Early Careers Co-Ordinator

at  AmcoGiffen

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Previous experience as an Administrator or Coordinator in an Early Careers context is preferred.
• Familiarity with liaising with learning providers and understanding funding mechanisms.
• Competent in using MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with various levels of personnel.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Track record of building and maintaining professional relationships.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

As the Early Careers Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Learning & Development (L&D) team by coordinating and administering our Early Careers programs, which include apprenticeships, traineeships, and graduate opportunities. This position involves collaboration with various stakeholders to build a strong talent pipeline while ensuring a comprehensive onboarding and development experience for our early career professionals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program Coordination: Assist the L&D Manager in administering development programs aligned with the company’s strategic goals.
• Talent Pipeline Support: Work closely with the Recruitment Manager to identify and recruit prospective apprentices, trainees, and graduates. Oversee the assessment processes to select candidates that align with business needs.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain partnerships with external educational institutions to support recruitment efforts and development needs for apprentices, trainees, and graduates.
• AmcoGiffen Academy Support: Collaboratively work with Barnsley College and other educational partners to enhance the learning experience.
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with the L&D Manager to evaluate and improve development programs, talent management initiatives, and other L&D offerings.
• Onboarding Support: Assist the HR & Recruitment team during the onboarding process for all early career employees.
• Networking: Maintain an external network to fulfill the company’s Early Careers needs and liaise with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) for effective levy utilization.
• Apprenticeship Levy Oversight: Manage the apprenticeship levy spending to ensure optimal use of resources.
• Support and Mentorship: Act as a primary support source for graduates, trainees, and apprentices throughout their development programs.
• Communication Efforts: Collaborate with the communications team to promote the benefits of AmcoGiffen’s Early Careers programs externally.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Foster strong working relationships with the L&D Manager, HR teams, and business leadership to enhance program effectiveness.