Early Careers Lead: Build Talent Pipelines & Programs

Kepak Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Dublin is looking for an Early Careers Lead. This pivotal role is responsible for designing and managing graduate, apprenticeship, and placement programmes while collaborating with educational institutions to attract top talent. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Early Careers programmes and excellent stakeholder engagement capabilities. Join us to make a real impact in the food industry and advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company Pension

Further Education support

Employee Discount Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Long Service Awards

GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in running apprenticeship and placement schemes.
• Knowledge of best practices in Early Careers programmes.
• Ability to create structured training plans.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of an Early Careers strategy.
• Lead the delivery of graduate & apprenticeship programmes.
• Design structured training plans tailored to pathways.
• Collaborate on recruitment campaigns and assessment.
• Build partnerships with educational institutions.
• Provide pastoral support to early talent cohorts.
• Act as an ambassador for Early Careers.
• Manage the Early Careers budget effectively.
• Produce reports on programme effectiveness.

Skills

Proven experience in designing, managing, and evaluating Early Careers programmes

Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship building capabilities

Skilled in developing learning content across multiple formats

Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and pastoral support

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

HR Platforms

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company in Dublin is looking for an Early Careers Lead. This pivotal role is responsible for designing and managing graduate, apprenticeship, and placement programmes while collaborating with educational institutions to attract top talent. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Early Careers programmes and excellent stakeholder engagement capabilities. Join us to make a real impact in the food industry and advance your career in a supportive environment.