Project Management Apprentice

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Contract Type: Two year fixed term

Location: Horizon Business Centre, Broadland Business Park, Peachman Way, Norwich, NR7 0WF

Would you like to be a part of a team that supports local communities and businesses whilst gaining a qualification? We are looking for someone with great communication skills and an organised nature to provide support for projects delivered by the council’s Economic Growth Team.

Projects will be varied as the team are responsible for a diverse range of activities including supporting local businesses, managing carparks, parks and woodlands and delivering a range of larger scale projects. This will include understanding the decision-making process, maintaining accurate and up-to-date project trackers, business case development, budget monitoring and making funding claims.

The successful applicant will have good numeracy and literacy skills and ability to thrive in a busy work environment. Being able to travel independently across the districts to deliver projects would be an advantage. You will be expected to study for your Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship alongside your role; for which you will be given study time during your working hours. You will need to meet the minimum entry requirements for apprenticeships in England.

Minimum entry requirements for apprenticeships in England include:

English and maths at Level 2 (GCSE 4/C or above). If you have not previously achieved these grades, or if you are unable to provide evidence of the qualifications, then you may need to complete these qualifications during your apprenticeship training.

As this is a Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship, you should not already possess substantial skills or qualifications of the same level or higher, in this subject.

You must be a citizen of the UK or European Economic Area (EEA) or have lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 consecutive years and have a Right to work in the UK.

Closing Date: Sunday 29th November 2026
Interview Date: week commencing 14th December 2026

For further information about the role or our organisation, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the recruiting manager, or the People Team as follows:

Tanya Nelson - External funding and Capital Programmes Lead
Email: tanya.nelson@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk
Tel: 01508 533874

People Team: peopleteam@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk
Tel: 01508 533995

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

To hear why our employees think that working for us is so special, please visit our website.

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.