Project Manager Degree Apprentice (Fixed term contract)

As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll have the opportunity to hone a diverse skillset, mastering the art of stakeholder engagement, governance, financial control, and risk mitigation. You’ll immerse yourself in the rapidly evolving world of organisational change, leveraging cutting-edge quality management frameworks to drive continuous improvements. From procurement and contract management to strategic planning sessions, you’ll gain invaluable experience shaping projects that powerfully align with our business objectives.

A day in the life can involve:

Collaborating with cross-functional teams Participating in strategic planning sessions Managing project budgets and timelines for optimal resource allocation Engaging with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with business objectives Presenting progress updates to senior leadership, leveraging data-driven dashboards to clearly communicate project status and forecast future outcomes Conducting risk assessments, proactively identifying potential roadblocks and collaborating with stakeholders to implement strategic mitigation strategies Supporting and leading projects, having the opportunity to innovate and simplify from Day 1

 

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are adaptable, have a passion for problem-solving and a strong desire to learn and grow. As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll need to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative spirit. Critical and analytical thinking will be essential, as you leverage data-driven insights to navigate complex business challenges. An eye for detail and the ability to multitask will empower you to seamlessly juggle project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Equally important, is your ability to think strategically, aligning project objectives to broader organisational goals. Adaptability and a growth mindset are a must, as you’ll be expected to navigate shifting priorities and embrace new technologies or methodologies along the way. Your innate curiosity should drive you to continually expand your expertise, sharing knowledge to uplift and empower your cross-functional teammates.

Here at Amazon, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Within this apprenticeship you’ll have the opportunity to learn by doing, putting newfound knowledge into practice every day. Our first-class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work will empower you to reach new heights. If you’re a curious learner eager to grow, this is your chance to unlock your full potential and build the future you envision.

You will gain a vast range of useful experiences and skills whilst working towards the BSc (Hons) degree in Project Management. As a working student your focus is to complete your studies in your 20% off the job time by learning and developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours to work towards successful graduation. You will be set objectives and goals by your training provider and manager to support your studies.

You will build your skills over a 42-month period, starting in September. These skills will help you develop personally and professionally. Your apprenticeship will be made up of classroom/virtual based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training at your Amazon base location, online learning as well as mentoring from our experienced team members.

Training:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying

Training Outcome:
Alongside extensive development of your technical skills, you will also grow your abilities in crucial complementary areas like organisation, prioritisation, data and problem-solving techniques, teamwork, communication, and presentation skills

Once you have successfully completed you will be able to apply for relevant roles across the business.

Employer Description:
Amazon offers a range of opportunities to suit candidates with different backgrounds, qualifications and career aspirations. That is why we believe it is the perfect place to learn new skills. We believe that building a culture that is welcoming and inclusive is integral to people doing their best work and is essential to what we can achieve as a company. We take steps to ensure our colleagues have a sense of belonging, value, and opportunity.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working