Talent Programmes Officer

The British Museum; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free exhibition entry

25 days annual leave

Discounts at onsite catering

Wellbeing and development programmes

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

The British Museum is seeking a Talent Programmes Officer to lead and support our apprenticeship and early‑career initiatives. You will coordinate programmes, ensure successful learner outcomes and work with managers, providers and partners to create meaningful experiences from induction to progression.

You will monitor progress, maintain records, maximise levy utilisation and help design engaging early-career activities, including workshops, events and briefings, while fostering inclusive

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating apprenticeship or early-career programmes.
• Good understanding of apprenticeship funding and levy requirements.
• Confidence working with data, systems and reporting.
• Collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused.

Responsibilities

• Oversee apprenticeship programmes and ensure learners are supported.
• Monitor progress, maintain records and maximise levy utilisation.
• Design and deliver early-career experiences and events.
• Build partnerships with schools, colleges, universities and community organisations.

Skills

Programme coordination

Apprenticeship funding

Data reporting

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

At the British Museum, we're looking for a Talent Programmes Officer to play a key role in developing and supporting our apprentices, interns and early-career colleagues. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by helping people build skills, gain confidence and thrive in their careers, while contributing to the future workforce of a globally renowned organisation. As Talent Programmes Officer, you'll be at the heart of our apprenticeship and early-career initiatives, combining programme management with meaningful people-focused support. You'll work closely with apprentices, managers, training providers and colleagues across the Museum to create an outstanding experience for participants from the moment they join through to successful completion and progression. You'll oversee apprenticeship programmes, ensuring learners are supported, funding is managed effectively and compliance requirements are met. You'll monitor progress, maintain accurate records, maximise levy utilisation and work proactively to resolve challenges before they impact learning or development. Beyond apprenticeships, you'll help design and deliver engaging early-career experiences, from inductions and development workshops to networking events, manager briefings and progression opportunities. You'll also build valuable partnerships with schools, colleges, universities and community organisations, helping us widen access to opportunities and attract diverse talent. We're looking for someone who combines strong organisation and attention to detail with a genuine passion for supporting people to succeed. You'll bring experience of coordinating apprenticeship or early-career programmes, a good understanding of apprenticeship funding and levy requirements, and confidence working with data, systems and reporting. Most importantly, you'll be a collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused individual who is committed to helping others develop and reach their potential. In return, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a tangible impact on people's careers and lives.
• Help shape the Museum's future talent pipeline.
• Work with a wide range of colleagues and external partners.
• Contribute to a culture of learning, development and inclusion.
• Play a key role in delivering programmes that create meaningful pathways into work.

National Museum Directors' Council, National Museums Liverpool, World Museum, William Brown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EN

At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do and have designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. We've outlined some highlights below:

• Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years).
• Discounts at onsite catering, Museum shops and local Bloomsbury partners.
• Social and wellbeing perks including Staff parties, social clubs, CSSC sports and leisure, and support from the Civil Service Retirement Fellowship.
• Peer support and allyship with five diversity networks for community.
• Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications.
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for counselling, wellbeing support and more.
• Eyecare vouchers for VDU tests and contributions toward glasses.
• Interest-free loans including season ticket, rental deposit and bicycle loans.

Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered:

• Care Deeply
• Embrace the Unknown
• Spark Curiosity
• Value Many Voices

Unfortunately, for this role we are unable to offer Sponsorship to applicants.

The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.