Project Management

Job Description

IMPROVE OUR NETWORK FOR EVERYONE Join the team responsible for coordinating mobile network growth (through upgrades to the existing infrastructure & the procurement of new sites), enhancing our network and improving the Customer experience for everyone around the UK. Grow your potential as a Project Management Apprentice and join them in connecting communities, earning £30,000 whilst doing it. Make things happen As an apprentice, you’ll get involved in reviewing potential and proposed acquisitions to ensure they’re compliant to all statutory requirements, whilst aligning to the Business; strategy, commercial constraints and in-year targets. Explore what it takes to upgrade existing sites or build brand new sites, getting involved in the full management of new acquisitions. You’ll gain a good understanding of our legal undertakings, the design compliance process, third party management, procurement routes, and more. Day-to-day, you could be: *Learning everything there is to know about the legal elements of Code rights as a Telecommunications company *Visiting sites to understand how they’re designed & built, the decisions we need to make and how drawings translate into a physical build *Leading on supplier relationships to ensure targets are met Who we are The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions. Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do. The must haves This role will be based in our Wythenshawe office for approximately 10 months. We are relocating our offices to central Manchester, so successful candidates should be comfortable travelling to central Manchester after this period. You will need at least 5 GCSEs level 4-9, or a level 3 equivalent to be eligible for this scheme. The other stuff we are looking for We’re looking for confident individuals who aren’t afraid to push back when required and have a real belief in what they’re doing. You should have proficient IT skills and the confidence to manage internal stakeholders and external third parties. Having a driving licence will be useful within this role, as you’ll be visiting sites and suppliers, but it’s not an essential requirement for this role. Other qualities we’d like to see include: *Good understand of the Microsoft Office suite *Effective communication skills *Strong focus on detail *Strong team working ethics With inclusivity at our hearts, we’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society, so we’re keen to hear from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. The only barrier to applying would be if you didn’t have the right to work in the UK and were unable to obtain it without our support. What's in it for you This scheme is the perfect kickboard for any career in the Telecommunications industry. Not only will you be working towards a level 4 project management apprenticeship, but you’ll have dedicated learning time with team members each week to gain a full understanding of our network and processes. Join us on a starting salary of £30,000 with an increase at 12-months to £33,000. Final landing salaries start from £40,000 upon successful completion. Plus, you can enjoy our amazing benefits, including: *25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 5 years *Your birthday off! *Flexible benefits package including matching up to 10% of your pension contributions, medical plans, and buying and selling holiday *Wide range of discounts on everything from days out to household bills ...and loads more! Next steps If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an online test, a telephone interview, a coaching call and an assessment centre. When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family. #LI-DND