People Development Specialist - Early Careers Northampton/Midlands £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience Company Car Permanent, Full Time (Monday – Friday; 40 hours per week) We’re looking for a passionate and driven People Development Specialist: Early Careers to join our People Development team. This is a key role in shaping the next generation of talent by managing and developing our early career professionals, including graduates and apprentices. About the Role Reporting to the Head of People Development, you will be at the forefront of Forterra’s early careers strategy—leading the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of early talent. Your role will directly impact our talent pipeline and play a key part in ensuring we provide engaging, high-quality development experiences. What you’ll be doing: * Recruitment & Onboarding: Design and support recruitment strategies, facilitate assessment centres, and lead our corporate induction programme. * Talent Development: Manage apprenticeship, graduate, and internship journeys, ensuring high engagement and progression from start to finish. * Apprenticeship Levy: Oversee the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS) Levy and work closely with Finance to ensure effective utilisation. * Learning Programs: Develop tailored learning experiences and development pathways that reflect our business goals and values. * Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate L&D records, provide meaningful reports, and support LMS updates and tracking. About You: * Proven experience in early careers, talent development or L&D. * Strong understanding of apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and associated funding (including the DAS Levy). * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. * Ability to manage multiple projects and work both independently and collaboratively. * A proactive, organised, and people-focused approach. What We Can Offer You: * Generous holiday allowance – 27 days per annum plus bank holidays * Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution * Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme * Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members * Employee Referral Scheme * Service Awards * Sharesave Scheme eligibility * Holiday Exchange Scheme * Financial Wellbeing Program * Personal development and opportunities for progression * Company Annual Bonus Scheme We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick. Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems. Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects. We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces