Project Management Apprentice

Who are we? 
At Roche Diagnostics, our culture of constant innovation fuels our vision: to empower our customers by providing the highest quality, most innovative diagnostic solutions.  

We are passionate in our pursuit of diagnostic leadership because when we empower pathology professionals, we improve patient care. 

As part of this vision, the Laboratory Transformation Team is responsible for the design and implementation of diagnostic solutions through the application of lean principles, change management and Project Management, ensuring the best experience for our customers. 

Overview: 
We are now looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice.? 

The successful candidate will commence as a member of the Project Management Office (PMO) which provides evidence-based centralised management of the process, methods and technologies used by the organisation's regional project teams. 

Your responsibilities within the Project Management Office will provide the foundation of your development journey providing you with the core skill on how to deliver projects at Roche. 

Duties: [will be to:]  

• Learn and understand the Roche internal and external operating environment and the relationship of its key functions for project delivery 
• Provide the utilisation of the Roche tools and process which contribute to successful project delivery 
• Learn and understand the structure and implementation of the Programme Portfolio & Project Management within Roche 
• Provide the principles of capacity planning for project teams 
• Provide the Internal stakeholder management and governance structures 
• Provide the best practice for Project Planning & Management 
• Provide project justification and viability though the initial stages or project set up 
• Learn and understand the Roche business strategy and its implementation 

Over time the successful candidate will grow and progress through our Project Management Career Pathway further underpinning their academic understanding with practical experience of how to deliver Roche projects: 

Once the successful candidate has gained sufficient knowledge and experience, they will then start to independently deliver projects reinforcing there academic and technical skills through practical application. 

What we are looking for:  
You will have a proven track record of maturity, determination and initiative.?  

Desired skills & experience:
You will epitomise Roche’s values of Integrity, Courage, Passion and demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Shows good judgment in decision-making 
• Basic commercial awareness 
• Listens well and is open to the input of others 
• Expresses ideas fluently and eloquently 
• Fosters an exchange of ideas and support amongst colleagues 
• Works effectively with other people over whom they have no direct authority 
• Team focused and a team player 
• Resilient and?able to deal with stress; calm under pressure 
• Cares and has empathy for people 

Entry requirements for this programme are as follows: 

• Level 3 Qualification (Apprenticeship/1 x A Level in any subject/BTEC etc.)? 
• OR equivalent work experience (typically 2 years in a relevant role)? 
  PLUS
• 5 x GCSE’s including English & Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above 

Expectation / Interview process:
Phase I:
Purpose - our focus on this first stage is to understand why you have applied for this role and what you will bring to the role to ensure team and personal success:

• Cover letter & CV
• Video interview

As part of your cover letter, Roche is keen to understand your motivation in applying for this position. You should, therefore, provide responses to the following:

• Why Roche: What do you know about Roche and why do you want to work here?
• Why you: If you had to choose a single example or achievement in your life, that you feel would make you suitable for this role, what would it be and why?
  Your cover letter should not exceed one page.

Phase II:
Final Assessment Centre

Benefits: 

• Free on-site gym 
• Free tea and coffee 
• Discounted restaurant and coffee bar 
• Networking and social activities 
• Bonus and benefits scheme 
• Annual salary adjustment 
• Company car 

Investing in you: 
Roche Diagnostics UK & Ireland is in an exciting phase of growth, where the business is channelling its energy, focus, functions and processes towards enhancing customer and patient experience in the countries it operates in.  

Future prospects: 
90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship.  
Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks. 

Important information: 
Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. 
Apply now!