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Project Manager Operations Lean Centre of Excellence Apprentice ASTRAZENECA UK LIMITED

In AstraZeneca reporting to the project sponsor, you will help define project scope, goals, resources, and budget, manage the project team, track deliverables and present progress reports to collaborators.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 17 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £21,500.00

    £21,500 starting base salary + 11% benefits fund + bonus. We offer a relocation package to help with the costs and process of moving for candidates who currently live more than 60 minutes from the site location for this Apprenticeship.

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm or 8.00am - 4.00pm

    Total hours per week: 36.5

  • Expected duration

    39 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    23 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 6 (Degree with honours)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000124579

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Operations Lean Centre of Excellence.

The Lean CoE is a global central capability for Lean within Operations reporting to the Head of Lean Digital & feeding into the Global Operations Strategy & Transformation function.​

Responsible for developing and deploying the behaviours, principles, standards & tools of the AstraZeneca Supply System across our network through Lean capability development to drive tangible business value​.

We encourage & foster close collaboration with other Lean professionals across AZ​.

Every project, whether large or small, needs to be managed to ensure its success. In the role of a Lean/Digital Project Manager, you'll develop Project Management skills and utilise methodologies that drive real tangible value across Global Operations - through delivery of the improvement projects that you lead, you will also develop your Lean expertise, coaching, influencing and business partnering skills.

In AstraZeneca reporting to the project sponsor, you will:

  • Help define project scope, goals, resources and budget
  • Manage the project team
  • Track deliverables 
  • Present progress reports to collaborators

You will play a key role within the Global Operations Lean Centre of Excellence, helping transform processes and implement change to enable the business to become more efficient and effective using Lean as the key driver to shape how we deliver for our people and our patients.

Day to day, you'll work with various Operations collaborators - regional and functional Lean, Digital and Business leaders so you can learn about the wider organisation and are fully supported to drive improvement and a Lean/Digital culture within the supply chain, regions, sites and functions. You’ll work with IT specialists across the organisation where digital solutions are being developed to connect the activities and maintain alignment with the Lean Digital vision. Strong communication skills are a must as you plan, capture, report, coordinate and support the team to deliver their ambition. 

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

In return for your drive, determination, hard work and dedication to AstraZeneca, we are delighted to be able to sponsor you through completing your Bachelor of Science Degree in Project Management with Digital Technologies https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/project-manager-integrated-degree-v1-0 at Northeastern University - London through a 3-year programme.

Training is delivered via blended learning, primarily online with some blocks of face-to-face learning in London.

A degree apprenticeship combines full-time paid work with us and part-time university learning whilst being involved in real-life delivery, practical learning and getting paid.

As well as this, you will be supported on a day-to-day basis with:

  • Opportunities to apply your learning in the workplace
  • Reasonable time out to attend university and study (during study leave)
  • Focussed objectives and goals for the duration of each rotation
  • Further development to support broader learning
  • Time with your line manager, mentor, buddy, and Early Talent network

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On successful completion, apprentices may apply for other positions at AstraZeneca.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Team working, Multi-task and prioritise, Proficient with Microsoft, Desire to learn and grow, Collaboration skills, Act independently

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent I.T (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
A Level or equivalent (Business, Economics or STEM subjects preferred) (Grade B or above) Essential
A Level or equivalent (Business, Economics or STEM subjects preferred) (Grade B or above) Essential
A Level or equivalent (Business, Economics or STEM subjects preferred) (Grade B or above) Essential

Things to consider

Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IFATE) states typical duration for this programme is 48 months (this does not include EPA period), however, NU- London offers this programme over 39 months.

About the employer

AstraZeneca in the UK A global pharmaceutical company with a major UK presence. Our purpose is to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. The best way we can help patients is to be science-led and share this passion with the scientific, healthcare and business communities of the UK. Employment -We employ 6,500 employees across five sites in the UK and support around 35,000 other jobs. Investment in the business -We are continually investing in our UK business and have made a number of significant investments including: a purpose-built R&D centre and corporate HQ in Cambridge, an investment of £120 million in a new facility at our manufacturing centre in Macclesfield, Cheshire. Innovation - Investment in the business - We continue to be an integral part of the scientific community in the UK, employing more than 2,600 employees in the UK focused on high value R&D activities. This is backed up by significant R&D investment.

Employer

ASTRAZENECA UK LIMITED

Address

Charter Way

Silk Road Business Park

Macclesfield

SK10 2NA

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Training

Training provider

NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY-LONDON

Apprenticeship standard

Project manager (integrated degree)

Level 6 (Degree with honours)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 17 Feb 2023