Apprentice PMO Analyst

Are you passionate about making a difference in the education sector? Join our dynamic and friendly Entrust team in Stafford as an Apprentice PMO Analyst! This role will offer the right person the opportunity to learn and develop new skills alongside gaining a qualification, and you will also play a hands-on role within the team driving project and programme progress.

We offer a supportive and knowledgeable team environment, opportunities to work on impactful projects that benefit local schools, and a chance to develop your skills and advance your career in project management.

Your key responsibilities will include liaising with clients to understand their needs and expectations, coordinating with the surveying team to ensure project milestones are met, and managing budgets and timelines to deliver successful outcomes.

As part of our commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from people who are from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds.

Job Title
Apprentice PMO Analyst - CDM (Construction Design & Management)

Job Description
What you’ll be doing:

• To receive, record and monitor progress of project commissions.
• To receive, file and manage project documentation.
• To effectively maintain a range of spreadsheets, ensuring they are kept up to date with the latest information.
• Monitor project milestones and achievement of deadlines.
• Liaise with contractors, making requests for information.
• Act as a key point of contact for project stakeholders.
• Attend weekly meetings with the CDM Advisor to highlight key dates and actions required.
• Support the efficient operation and delivery of all services.
• Support the production and distribution of Building Manuals/Operation & Maintenance Manuals.
• Support with the collation of evidence to support accreditations.
• Provide administrative support to the wider Design Team when required.

• Proficient in using MS 365 applications.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with enthusiasm, commitment, and a positive approach.
• Ability to use a variety of business software and self-develop skills and knowledge which assist the business.
• Work to deadlines and targets where defined.

Entrust is a joint venture company between Capita and Staffordshire County Council and has supported educational establishments across England to improve outcomes since 2013. ‘Excellence in education’ is the heart of our business. Our passion is inspiring futures and improving outcomes for children, young people and adults. We work in partnership with schools, academy trusts and Local Authorities to provide specialist expertise, ensuring every child and young person receives a good education, is in a safe and healthy environment, and is given expert guidance to realise their full potential.

We also work with clients across a range of other sectors including central government, health, and the private sector. Our achievements are underpinned by our vision ‘to inspire futures’ by being Open, Ingenious, Collaborative and Effective. By building on our reputation for excellence and delivering what we promise, we want to help make every school in England a good school, ensuring every child and young person gets the education they deserve.

• A salary in line with National Living wage based on the age of the successful person.
• 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave.
• A hybrid role, initially based onsite but once the probation period is passed, the opportunity to work from home when business needs allow.
• The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice.
• Auto-enrolment to our company pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more.
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
• Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform.

You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss. For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.