Project Management Apprentice

Virgin Media Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading telecommunications company as a Project Management Apprentice. This exciting role offers hands-on experience in delivering innovative tech solutions while you earn a competitive salary. You will work closely with experienced professionals and gain valuable skills in Agile project management methodologies. With a strong commitment to inclusivity, this apprenticeship not only provides a pathway to a nationally recognized qualification but also opens doors to a rewarding career in a fast-paced environment. Don't miss your chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values your growth and development.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus birthday off

Flexible benefits package

Medical plans

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm to learn new things is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Support project management by keeping workflows on track.
• Help shape project roadmaps and identify risks.
• Assist in removing roadblocks to ensure project delivery.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

5 GCSEs level 4-9 including Maths and English

Job description

EMBRACE THE TECH REVOLUTION

Our CIO Delivery Team are at the heart of delivering complex technology projects, driving innovation, and enabling collaboration across technical teams. As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll play a key role in supporting the rollout of innovative tech solutions at Virgin Media O2, all while earning a starting salary of £25,000!

Make things happen

As an apprentice, you’ll be right at the core of bringing technical solutions to life – learning by doing and building skills that will excel you in your career. You’ll be working closely with experienced Project Managers, Business Analysts and Solutions Architects to understand how large-scale technology projects are delivered in a fast-paced environment. This is about building your confidence in real-world tech delivery and gaining hands-on experience with Agile project management methodologies, from Waterfall to Agile. You’ll see how big ideas turn into action through iterative, hands-on delivery. Day-to-day, you could be:

- Keeping projects on track – With support and guidance, you’ll help manage workflows and project plans, stay connected with stakeholders, work alongside others, and make sure things are delivered on time.

- Shaping the roadmap – You’ll help put together clear, simple roadmaps that show where we’re heading and how we’ll get there. This might include breaking projects into stages, spotting what needs to happen when, and helping highlight any risks.

- Clearing the way – You'll play a part in spotting and solving anything that could slow us down. That means helping remove roadblocks, raising any issues early, and making sure teams have what they need to keep things moving.

With inclusivity at our hearts, we’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society, so we’re keen to hear from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. The only barrier to applying would be if you didn’t have the right to work in the UK and were unable to obtain it without our support.

What is involved with studying for an apprenticeship?

This apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to become skilled in your role, and combines on the job learning and academic study, where you’ll spend approximately 20% of your working hours completing learning with one of our training providers. As part of the programme, you’ll complete coursework and a final assessment but don’t worry, you’ll be well-supported throughout your learning journey. After completion, you’ll receive a nationally recognised qualification.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions. Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

With inclusivity at our hearts, we’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society, so we’re keen to hear from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. The only barrier to applying would be if you didn’t have the right to work in the UK and were unable to obtain it without our support.

The must haves

You will need at least 5 GCSEs level 4-9 including Maths and English to be eligible for this scheme.

The other stuff we are looking for

Bring your authentic self

We’re looking for curious problem-solvers who are ready to embrace challenges and tackle work that really makes an impact. We value team players who are adaptable to change and excited to contribute to innovative, evolving projects. You’ll also be supported every step of the way through a dedicated line manager focused on your development, a buddy system for guidance, and project teams you’ll work with directly on live initiatives. You will need at least 5 GCSEs level 4-9 including Maths and English to be eligible for this scheme. Other qualities we’d like to see include:

- Enthusiasm and curiosity to learn new things

- Strong communication and team working skills

- Attention to detail

What's in it for you

What’s in it for you

You’ll join an inclusive team where we encourage each other to be the best we can be. Enjoy a starting salary of £25,000 with the opportunity to increase at 12-months to £28,000. Final salaries start from £33,500 upon successful completion of your Level 4 Project Management apprenticeship. We’ll also support you to pursue your Association of Project Management Qualification (APM PMQ). Plus, you can enjoy our amazing benefits, including:

- A minimum of 23 days holiday, as well as your birthday off

- Flexible benefits package including matching up to 10% of your pension contributions, medical plans, and buying and selling holiday

- Wide range of discounts on everything from days out to household bills

...and loads more!

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an online test, a telephone interview, a coaching call and an assessment centre. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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