Skills and Capability Apprentice (L3 Business Administration).

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an enthusiastic and analytical individual to join our Portfolio Management team as a Skills and Capability Apprentice within the Chamberlain’s Commercial, Change and Project Delivery (CCPD) service. 

To support the development of the skills and capability offer within Portfolio Management, in line with the City of London Corporation’s strategic priorities. To assist the Skills and Capability Officer in the roll-out and embedding of the Project Management Academy within the City of London Corporation, and associated career development opportunities relating to project and portfolio management.

To provide administrative support to the Skills and Capability Officer and the Assistant Director for Portfolio Management, as necessary and appropriate.

You’ll spend most of your apprenticeship actively learning in the workplace, gaining practical experience while developing your skills on the job.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative Support

• Assist in scheduling and organising training sessions, workshops, and meetings, including booking of training spaces.
• Maintain records of training activities, attendance, and feedback.
• Prepare and distribute training materials and resources, as necessary.

Communication and Coordination

• Act as a point of contact for training participants, answering queries and providing information.
• Work with trainers, facilitators, and external suppliers to ensure smooth delivery of training programs.
• Help in relaying updates and information related to further learning and development opportunities related to project management.

Data Management and Reporting

• Collect and analyse data on training effectiveness and participant feedback.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations on progress against training outcomes.
• Maintain and update databases related to training activities and participant information.

Support in Development and Implementation

• Help in the maintenance of training materials, tools, and templates.
• Assist in the implementation of new training initiatives and programs.
• Support the customisation of training content to meet the specific needs of different teams and projects, as appropriate.

Learning and Development

• Stay up to date on best practices and trends in the project management and learning and development spaces.
• Seek opportunities for personal and professional development within the apprenticeship.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Support

• Provide technical assistance as necessary, ensuring smooth operation of online/hybrid training.
• Troubleshoot any technical issues that arise during hybrid/online training events.

Project Assistance

• Support the Skills and Capability Officer in various delivery-related tasks appropriate to the grade.
• Assist in the regular review of documentation of project training processes and guidance documentation.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Essential Criteria

• 6 or over by the end of the summer holidays.
• Living in England.
• Not in full-time education at the time of applying.
• If you are a non-UK citizen, you must have permission from the UK government to live in the UK (not for educational purposes), and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least the previous three years before the start of the apprenticeship.
• Proof of identity.
• Proof of right to live and work in the UK.
• Proof of current address.
• Five years’ employment history (where relevant).
• Two satisfactory references.
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance (when required for the role).
• Medical assessment (which may include a medical examination by a Doctor named by the City of London Corporation).

To view the JD and application process, please click here –> The City of London Corporation – Skills and Capability Apprentice – Information Pack

Location: This apprenticeship role is based at Guildhall and will last for 18 months (including time to complete your End Point Assessment).