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Job summary

A leading organization in the UK is seeking a Senior Emerging Talent Manager to drive the execution of graduate and intern strategies. This role is vital for stabilizing and aligning early careers programs, with responsibilities including managing a team, overseeing budgeting, and using data for decision-making. If you are passionate about talent development and ready to make a significant impact, this position offers immediate engagement and potential for long-term growth.

Qualifications

  • Senior-level experience in emerging talent and programme leadership.
  • Strong track record in strategy, delivery, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Data-savvy with insights influencing talent decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategy and execution of graduate and intern initiatives.
  • Manage a small team and oversee programme delivery.
  • Drive improvements in development, retention, and internal mobility.

Skills

Strategic Planning
Stakeholder Engagement
Data Analysis
Team Management

Job description

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Client:

Practicus

Location:

swindon, wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Emerging Talent Manager

Remote - Ad hoc travel required to London

Initially 6 months (Inside IR35)

Urgent need!!

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior Emerging Talent and Performance professional to lead a critical early careers agenda at a large, well-established organisation. The team is high-performing, and the graduate and intern programmes are highly visible and well-supported internally.

The Role

You’ll lead the strategy and execution of graduate, intern, and early careers initiatives across the business. This includes designing talent pathways, overseeing programme delivery, managing a small team, and driving long-term improvements in development, retention, and internal mobility. There is an immediate need to stabilise, align, and drive delivery; while also influencing longer-term strategy.

Key Focus Areas

  • Owning the strategy and execution for graduate and intern schemes
  • Managing and developing a small team of experienced professionals
  • Partnering across Talent Acquisition, Learning, and the wider people function
  • Using data to define outcomes, measure success, and shape decision-making
  • Large Budget management
  • Leading on rotations, performance milestones, and alumni engagement
  • Enhancing talent attraction, experience, and retention

What You’ll Bring

  • Senior-level experience in emerging talent, early careers, or graduate programme leadership
  • Strong track record in strategy, delivery, and stakeholder engagement
  • Confident operating autonomously in complex, matrixed organisations
  • Data-savvy with experience using insights to shape talent decisions
  • Passion for early talent development, with a collaborative and energised approach
  • Comfortable managing budgets and leading high-impact programmes

Additional Info

  • Immediate start preferred
  • Potential for extension or to go permanent, depending on fit and business needs

Interested?

If you’re passionate about emerging talent and ready to make an impact in a dynamic and visible role, get in touch today.

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