OEG is a leading energy solutions business, providing mission critical infrastructure assets and services to the global offshore energy industry. Through our specialist divisions - topside, marine, subsea, cables, logistics and industrials, we are a pivotal link in the global offshore energy project chain, ensuring our customers’ projects are delivered safely, reliably and efficiently. We are currently seeking a Graduate/Apprentice Programme Manager to support our Group Human Resources department.
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Core Purpose
* To lead the development, delivery and continuous improvement of OEG’s early careers programmes.
* Design, implement and manage structured early careers programmes that attract, develop and retain emerging talent across the business.
* Acting as a key ambassador for OEG, building strong relationships internally and externally to ensure programmes align with business needs.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Strategy and Framework Development:
* Design and implement OEG’s graduate and apprenticeship strategy from inception.
* Develop structured programme frameworks, including rotations, competencies, mentoring and performance milestones.
* Align early careers initiatives with workforce planning and succession strategies.
* Source and select appropriate apprenticeship standards and graduate pathways.
* Build relationships with universities, colleges, and accredited training providers.
* Develop onboarding, development and progression frameworks.
* Create monitoring tools to track performance, retention and ROI.
Recruitment and Employer Branding:
* Develop attraction strategies to position OEG as an employer of choice.
* Lead annual graduate and apprentice recruitment campaigns.
* Represent OEG at career fairs, industry events and networking opportunities.
* Embed diversity and inclusion within early careers pipelines.
Stakeholder Engagement:
* Partner with senior leaders and operational managers to identify skills gaps and future talent requirements.
* Coach and support line managers in developing early careers talent.
* Act as the central point of contact for graduates, apprentices and training providers.
Compliance and Governance:
* Ensure compliance with apprenticeship regulations and funding requirements.
* Implement quality assurance measures to maintain programme standards.
* Align all activity with company policies and QHSE Management Systems.
Skills and Experience
* Proven experience building or significantly developing graduate or apprenticeship programmes.
* Experience within energy, engineering, or industrial sectors is desirable.
* Strong understanding of apprenticeship standards, funding and regulatory requirements.
* Experience in setting up and managing global schemes.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into operational delivery.
* Commercially aware and able to align talent development with business needs.
* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
* Self-starter comfortable working in a role with autonomy and accountability.
* Willingness to travel regularly.
* Passionate about developing future talent and creating sustainable career pathways.
Qualifications
* Degree in HR, Learning and Development, Business or related discipline.
* CIPD or L&D qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all applicants.
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