Mis, Funding & Data Manager - Apprenticeships

Job: MIS & Data Manager - Apprenticeships

Salary: c£40,000

Location: Home/Hybrid - once a week in Hertfordshire (Negotiable)

Company:

Join a leading apprenticeship training provider on an exciting journey of growth.

With over 700 apprentices on program and ambitious plans to scale, this is a really exciting time to join us.

The provider also has an AEB contract of £4m and an established Data & Funding service working on Adult Learning. This person will be responsible for setting up the Funding & MIS Apprenticeship service.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a MIS, Funding & Data Manager with expertise in apprenticeships. As we expand, there is a crucial need to bolster our Data & MI capabilities, particularly within our Apprenticeship division.

The successful candidate will spearhead efforts to analyse data comprehensively, establish robust processes, and collaborate closely with the Managing Director to instil a culture of data and MI excellence within the Apprenticeship business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement new processes to streamline data management, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Data & MI team and senior management, providing strategic insights and recommendations.
• Act as an apprenticeship funding expert, possessing a deep understanding of ESFA funding rules and regulations.
• Establish an internal audit cycle to monitor error rates, drive continuous improvement, and enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar role within the apprenticeship sector, with a strong understanding of funding and regulatory responsibilities of an Apprenticeship provider.
• Prior experience in conducting internal audits, managing DAS & ILR for an Apprenticeship provider
• Experience manipulating large data sets and advanced Excel skills would be advantageous.

Salary:

• c£40,000 per annum
• 26 days leave + bank holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Flexible working