Apprenticeship Operations Executive

At BPP, our Apprenticeship Onboarding Team sits at the heart of the learner journey, guiding apprentices and line managers seamlessly through the application process via our Join system. We make sure every learner is enrolled on the right programme quickly, accurately, and in full compliance with Department for Education (DfE) requirements.

Thanks to our continued growth and success, we’re expanding, and an exciting opportunity has arisen for 12 Apprenticeship Operations Executives to join the team.

The roles are available as 3-month Fixed Term Contracts (with the possibility to extend) and all candidates would need to be available to join us from 8th June 2026.

During your time with us, you’ll receive full training and will learn all about the world of apprenticeships. You’ll be the driving force behind a smooth onboarding experience, supporting both clients and learners as they begin their apprenticeship journey.

If you’re highly organised, have an excellent eye for detail and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, then we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing

In this role you will manage applications across the entire BPP Apprenticeship portfolio, assisting learners through the admissions and onboarding process.

As such, you will be responsible for:

• Managing a caseload of applications through the full onboarding journey, making decisions to accept or reject an application based on set criteria
• Collecting and verifying supporting documents such as VISAs, prior qualifications, job descriptions, contracts and funding arrangements
• Ensuring all paperwork is compliant with regulatory bodies such as Ofsted and the DfE
• Providing clear and tailored advice about the requirements and expectations of BPP’s apprenticeships and funding requirements
• Ensuring accuracy in the student management system
• Developing a detailed understanding of the apprenticeship funding rules set by the DfE and keep up to date with changes
• Building knowledge of the UK VISA and Immigration’s policies and procedures
• Building & maintaining excellent working relationships with key internal stakeholders such as account managers, academic leads and client service teams

What we’re looking for

To be successful in this role you will need to have a proven track record in the following areas:

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Highly organised with the ability to manage your own workload
• A keen eye for detail with the ability to carry out tasks with a high level of accuracy
• IT literate and can pick up new systems quickly
• Passionate about client service with a positive approach to supporting others
• Proactive, highly motivated and adaptable to changing priorities and workloads
• Ability to respond to and work within a fast-paced environment

How will this process work?

Should you be successfully shortlisted, the interview process will consist of the following stages:

• Pre-screen call via MS Teams with the Talent Acquisition Team w/c 4th May
• In-person Assessment Day at our Manchester Office on Tuesday 19th May 2026

Please note

the successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS Check

As a Disability Confident employer, BPP is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process. Candidates are encouraged to share any adjustment requirements ahead of interview so these can be considered and accommodated.

BPP part of Lyceum Education Group actively promotes equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates. BPP will select candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience. Please note that for those posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check in addition to BPP undertaking any necessary online searches. This is deemed appropriate and necessary from a safeguarding perspective, and in line with BPP safer recruitment practices

BPP part of Lyceum Education Group reserves the right to amend or withdraw this advertisement at any time prior to the closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications or if business needs change.

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