Early Careers Partner

Reporting into our Early Careers Manager and working primarily out of our newly opened office in the centre of Birmingham with occasional travel to our other UK offices.

The Early Careers Partner will develop others and drive our apprenticeship scholarship intern graduate and T-Level programmes and other outreach and early career activities. Overseeing both the academic and pastoral support of our early career community identifying training and development opportunities for them to progress their careers and realise their full potential. Becoming a mentor coach advisor teacher and trusted confidant.

The Early Careers Partner will work with HR and TA to build our talent pipeline for Smiths future and raise our profile as an employer of choice. 

This is a full-time role  based out of our Birmingham office 4 days per week.  

Duties:

    To lead and deliver a high-quality apprenticeship programmes  across our Group functions for new staff and existing employees that supports the growth development and success of apprentices
    Partner closely with HR our TA team and hiring managers to recruit and attract new candidates
    Create and deliver onboarding training for Apprentices Interns and Graduates and their Managers successfully induct new Apprentices into the business
    Provide day-to-day leadership support and performance management for apprentices
    Conduct regular 1-to-1 reviews/check ins setting development goals and supporting apprentices with HR and compliance needs to ensure they successfully pass EPA
    Oversee and design our rotational Apprenticeship programmes
    Partner with line managers to ensure apprentices receive appropriate on-the-job training 
    Build strong relationships with Training Providers to monitor feedback and look for improvements. 
    Develop and implement strategies to enhance apprentice engagement retention and completion rates
    Ensure apprentices gain their qualifications and successfully pass EPA
    Monitor our DAS account and provide monthly reporting on Apprentice activity
    Work with HR and work force planning activities to ensure we have the right skills and talent for Smiths future
    Deliver training for line managers to ensure they are managing Apprentices Inters and Graduates effectively
    Partner with Marketing and Communications to raise the profile of our Apprenticeship programmes and Smiths Group as an employer
    Develop an outreach strategy and partner with universities and local schools/colleges 
    Seek potential bursary funding from government/local authority
    Provide safeguarding support and pastoral care for our EC community
    Create opportunities for early career professionals to connect network support community initiatives and have fun!

You should note that your title and job description are not exhaustive and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake other reasonable tasks within your capacity. 
 

Qualifications :

Essential:

    A background in either HR/L&D and or Talent Acquisition
    Previous experience of recruiting for setting up and managing apprenticeship intern or graduate programmes
    Extensive knowledge of the Growth and Skills Levy DAS Accounts and Apprenticeship Standards
    Experience of creating content for and delivering training 
    A background in safeguarding quality and compliance of apprenticeship delivery
    Knowledge of apprentice levy funding rules and regulatory requirements
    Strong organisational and time management skills
    A strong leader with line management skills who builds trust and accountability
    Energetic and enthusiastic approach to fit in with our business culture

Desirable:
    Energetic and enthusiastic approach to fit in with our business culture
    Experience of managing Outreach programmes 

Additional Information :

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Be a key part of our digital transformation journey with opportunities for professional development and career progression within a global enterprise.
• Impactful Work: Lead initiatives that have a direct impact on the efficiency and success of a world-class business.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate experts in a culture that thrives on innovation collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package and flexible working options that support your well-being and work-life balance.

Join us for a great career and competitive compensation & benefits whilst keeping the world a safer place.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation including but not limited to interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation including but not limited to interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time