Line of Service
Internal Firm Services
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
IFS - Internal Firm Services - Other
Management Level
Manager
Job Description & Summary
The Professional Qualifications (PQ) team is a 15‑person, UK‑wide group supporting learners across the firm as they complete their professional qualifications. As part of Learning Implementation & Reporting, we work closely with L&D, HC teams, business stakeholders, training providers and professional bodies to guide graduates and school leavers.
Reporting to the Head of Professional Qualifications, the PQ Programme Owner ensures effective and efficient delivery of PQ training for graduate and school leaver routes, while maintaining consistent service standards. The role requires strong collaboration with external training providers, fellow Programme Owners and key stakeholders across L&D and the Lines of Service.
What your days will look like:
* Collaborate with subject matter experts, training providers and business stakeholders to design, deliver and maintain professional qualification pathways, ensuring compliance, accuracy and up‑to‑date technical content
* Provide qualification‑specific training, materials and guidance to internal stakeholders such as recruitment, career coaches, HC and partners, acting as an escalation point for programme queries
* Contribute to syllabus reviews, prepares governance papers, manages relationships with professional institutes and third‑party suppliers, and supports consistent, high‑quality service delivery
* Oversee programme‑level reporting, budgeting and process improvement, while supporting and line‑managing junior team members to promote consistency and operational excellence
This role is for you if:
* You are motivated, proactive and able to influence positive change in people development, with a strong focus on wellbeing for Early Careers populations
* You are skilled in project management and organisation, with the ability to prioritise effectively, work to deadlines and maintain accuracy and attention to detail
* You are a confident and effective communicator with strong stakeholder‑management skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships at all levels
* You are commercially aware, goal‑focused and comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team, including supporting and guiding colleagues
* You are curious and innovative, with a strong interest in developing knowledge of learning methodologies, qualifications, technologies and market developments
* You are competent using data and digital tools, including Excel, data visualisation platforms, and Microsoft 365, with a positive, adaptable approach to ambiguity
What you'll receive from us:
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.
We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Benefits Realization Management, Business Case Development, Business Communications, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Continuous Process Improvement, Creativity, Cross-Functional Team Coordination, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Goal Alignment, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Organizational Structure, Process Planning, Professional Courage, Program Capacity Building, Program Management {+ 21 more}
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No
Government Clearance Required?
No
Job Posting End Date