Employability Manager
Location: Birmingham, B37 7YE
Hours of work: 37.5
Contract Type: Permanent
This is a unique opportunity to lead on apprenticeships and inclusive recruitment for a major national contract with our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK.
With a focus on empowering individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to access careers in Facilities Management, this role is ideal for someone passionate about inclusion, innovation, and leading change at scale.
Job Description
As the Inclusive Recruitment & Apprenticeships Lead, you will manage a nationwide team, setting the strategic agenda and driving its implementation with autonomy and vision.You'll work closely with the business to design impactful, tailored approaches that make a real difference, establishing partnerships with organisations such as Job Centres and community groups.With high volumes of inclusive hiring, strong apprenticeship uptake, and initiatives supporting T Level students, this role is about transforming lives while differentiating the business through meaningful social value.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a team of 5 focused on supporting disadvantaged individuals into employment
- Oversee delivery of employability services with a target of 4,000 people supported over 7 years
- Build and maintain relationships with job centres, colleges, and charities to drive engagement
- Lead team in promoting and facilitating apprenticeships across partner networks
- Support recruitment activity, including delivery of employability sessions at local venues
- Monitor team performance and outcomes against contract targets
- Represent the programme with stakeholders to drive awareness and participation
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
- Experience working with disadvantaged groups and government-led programmes
- Proven ability to manage dispersed teams effectively
- Skilled in assessing situations and developing action plans to meet objectives
- Strong communication, relationship management, and influencing skills
- High resilience and ability to manage ambiguity and ensure accountability
- Strong written and verbal communication with high computer literacy
- Knowledge of apprenticeships, T-Levels, and related government initiatives
