Programme Lead - 12 months - London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow
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Role Profile
Job Title: Programme Lead
Application Deadline: 17/10/2025
Job Type: FTC – 12 months
Location: London, Birmingham, Manchester or Glasgow
Introduction to EY Foundation
The EY Foundation is a charity established in 2014 to support young people from low‑income backgrounds. It works with employers, schools, and partners to deliver employability skills programmes, scalable digital interventions and systemic change. The Foundation operates across four hubs in London, Manchester, Glasgow and Birmingham, and follows a hybrid working model with office presence at least one day per week.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the EY Foundation, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are central to everything we do. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Your role as Programme Lead
You will report to a Regional Programme Manager and be responsible for delivering exceptional programmes to young people across our hubs. Your role will involve planning, managing, and evaluating programmes, as well as supporting corporate partners and volunteers. The position is a 12‑month contract aimed at increasing the number of young people participating in new delivery windows.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead all aspects of programme planning, management and delivery, including recruiting, onboarding and training of young people, employers and volunteers; coordinate logistics and administration.
* Develop and deliver programme curriculum and content.
* Manage stakeholder relationships with local schools, colleges, authorities, employers, corporate partners and EY stakeholders.
* Evaluate the impact of programmes using the Theory of Change and recommend improvements.
* Collect and analyse data and feedback from participants.
* Manage secondees or other team members where relevant.
* Represent the Foundation at internal and external events.
Your Skills, Knowledge, Experience And Qualification
Skills
* Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities.
* Excellent project management experience, including people and resource management.
* Delivering against a portfolio of projects effectively.
* Building positive relationships with a range of stakeholders.
* Excellent customer service to internal or external customers.
* Professional, flexible, positive, calm and resilient approach.
* Strong influencing skills and ability to establish effective relationships.
* Highly organised with attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
* Effective communication and collaboration with colleagues, stakeholders and clients.
* Collaboration and flexibility within a team, while working with minimum supervision.
Knowledge
* Professional or technical knowledge relevant to your area.
* Knowledge of issues and opportunities for young people from low‑income backgrounds.
Experience
* Experience in a delivery‑focused organisation.
* Experience with professional services and corporate clients.
* Experience managing complex projects with diverse stakeholder involvement.
* Experience managing teams, external partners and volunteers.
Recruitment process
The process includes a competency‑based interview, motivational interview, scenario‑based questions, followed by a presentation development stage.
* First stage interview: Competency‑Based Interview Questions, Motivational Interview Questions, Scenario‑Based Questions.
* Second stage interview: Presentation Development, Understanding of Our Organisation.
Key dates
* First round interviews: 29/10/2025
* Second round interviews: 06/11/2025
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