Project Management

Job Description

Our Core Engineering Delivery team are responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of our key Network Projects, improving our fixed and mobile networks and the services that run them, so that our customers have the best experience possible. Grow your potential as a Project Management Apprentice by taking the lead on these projects from day one and earning £25,000 whilst doing it! Make things happen As an apprentice, you'll be working on Projects from start to finish with the support of the team. From ensuring the scope of work is clear and managing the work through delivery, to the successful handover to our operations teams. We’ll also take you into the labs to see how our networks are created and maintained – bringing to life why these projects are so important to us and our customers. Day-to-day tasks you could own as part of these projects include: *Creating reports for senior managers on the status of delivery, risks, changes and dependencies *Running workshops with project team members to remove blockers to progress *Building and maintaining relationships with internal customers, suppliers and strategic partners to ensure the requirements are being 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 You will need at least 5 GCSEs lever 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 are ready to tackle exciting but challenging work. Our team is here to give you the building blocks you need to have a successful career with us, so we need you to have a desire to grow and passion for learning. Other qualities we’d love to see are: *Enthusiasm and curiosity to learn new things *Strong communication skills *The ability to work with people who have different skills and knowledge *The confidence to challenge and negotiate to get things done * The confidence to work with data *Attention to detail 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 You’ll join an inclusive team where we encourage each other to be the best we can be. We’ll offer you a starting salary of £25,000, with an opportunity to increase at 12-months to £28,000. Final landing salaries after successful completion of the scheme starts from £32,000. Plus, you’ll get to 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