Head of Pathways

Centrica Plc; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Centrica Plc seeks a 'Head of Pathways' to lead strategic programmes supporting Service Leavers and Veterans. This role focuses on developing a first-class experience from attraction to career development, requiring strong leadership and knowledge of military transition pathways. Ideal candidates will demonstrate collaboration, strategic awareness, and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Total rewards plan supporting financial, physical, and emotional well-being

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of MOD and UK Armed Forces community.
• Proven track record of leading complex programmes.
• Experience managing competing priorities in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver strategic vision for Forces and Athletes programme.
• Lead program design and execution, ensuring governance and effective delivery.
• Report on performance and drive continuous improvement based on data insights.

Skills

Program Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in HR, Recruitment or Program Management

Job description

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

At Centrica, we’re proud to champion the unique strengths of the Armed Forces and Elite Athlete communities. As we expand our commitment, we’re seeking an inspiring and strategicHead of Pathwaysto lead our flagship programmes supporting Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists, Military Families, and high-performing athletes.

In this key role, you’ll be responsible for shaping and delivering our Armed Forces and Athlete strategy, creating a first-class experience from attraction and onboarding through to long-term career development. You’ll oversee internal and external workstreams, build strong partnerships with organisations such as the Career Transition Partnership (CTP), Forces Employment Charity (FEC), and X-Forces Enterprise (XFE), and represent Centrica across national military and sports networks.

As the face of our network, you’ll identify transferable skills, champion inclusion, and ensure every candidate has a clear and supported journey into civilian employment. Your in-depth understanding of military transition pathways and talent pipelines will be vital in driving innovation and meaningful change.

If you’re passionate about unlocking potential, influencing positive transformation, and building rewarding careers for outstanding individuals, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role:

You’ll shape and deliver the strategic vision for Centrica’s Forces and Athletes programme, translating this vision into structured workstreams, ensuring strong governance, clear planning, and effective delivery—particularly across our flagship Leadership Placement Programme.

You’ll lead programme design and execution, working closely with internal teams such as recruitment and talent, as well as external partners, to develop tailored solutions that support long-term success. From high-level planning to detailed task management, you’ll ensure the programme runs smoothly and delivers measurable impact.

Using data insights and industry best practice, you’ll report on performance, drive continuous improvement, and adapt plans to meet evolving needs. You’ll also manage senior stakeholders, oversee risk and issue resolution, and ensure deployment and development plans are well-timed and targeted to maximise engagement.

The Person:

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven leader from within the Armed Forces community and a passion for delivering impactful, business-aligned programmes. You will bring a collaborative approach, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation. Your ability to think creatively and drive cultural change will be key to the success of this role.

Key Skills & Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of the MOD and UK Armed Forces community including transition pathways, national support networks and veteran organisations

• Proven track record of leading complex programmes aligned to strategic business objectives

• Significant experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple functions

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment

• Background in HR, recruitment, or programme management; experience within Forces-related initiatives is highly desirable

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills, with confidence in engaging senior internal and external audiences

• Experience leading teams and fostering cross-functional collaboration

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with attention to detail

• Skilled in building and maintaining effective partnerships and professional networks

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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