Apprenticeship Programme Delivery Manager

TL;DR

Apprenticeship Programme Delivery Manager: Managing a caseload of employers and overseeing the end-to-end delivery of apprenticeship programmes with an accent on compliance, stakeholder engagement, and progress reporting. Focus on ensuring regulatory adherence, facilitating onboarding, and maintaining strong relationships with apprenticeship leads to support workforce planning and learner success.

Location: Hybrid role based in Milton Keynes, UK; requires regular office attendance (at least once per week).

Salary: £38,784–£42,254

Company

hirify.global is the UK’s largest university and a world leader in flexible, part-time higher education.

What you will do

• Manage a caseload of employers, conducting regular meetings to ensure smooth apprenticeship delivery.
• Oversee the end-to-end onboarding and registration process for new apprentices.
• Ensure full compliance with Department for Education (DfE) funding rules and internal policies.
• Collaborate with university faculties to identify skills gaps and plan future apprenticeship cohorts.
• Monitor apprentice progress, escalate concerns, and provide regular reports to employers.
• Facilitate information sessions and webinars for both employers and applicants.

Requirements

• Must be based in the UK and able to commute to the Milton Keynes office.
• Experience in a similar role within an apprenticeship or training provider setting.
• Strong understanding of Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeship programmes and the Apprenticeship Levy.
• Knowledge of DfE compliance, quality assurance, and accurate data collection (ILR).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for dealing with large organizations.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple demands effectively.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to flexible working arrangements, including job shares and part-time options.
• Supportive environment focused on work-life balance.
• Access to comprehensive staff benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a mission-driven organization transforming lives through education.

Hiring process

• Face-to-face interviews are anticipated to take place on-site at the Milton Keynes campus on Wednesday 8 July 2026.