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We are currently seeking an experienced Apprenticeship Funding & Compliance Manager to join our team working specifically with the Mercedes-Benz Apprenticeship Programme on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the effective management and oversight of apprenticeship funding and compliance activity, on behalf of Mercedes-Benz ensuring that they meet their responsibilities associated with its apprenticeship funding contract.

The role will work closely with the wider programme teams to ensure apprenticeship records, funding evidence and compliance processes are accurate, timely and audit-ready.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee apprenticeship funding and compliance activity across the Mercedes-Benz Apprenticeship Programme
• Ensure apprenticeship records and evidence meet current funding rules and contractual requirements
• Monitor learner data, documentation and funding eligibility
• Support the management of apprenticeship starts, changes, breaks in learning and completions
• Carry out regular compliance checks and identify areas requiring corrective action
• Support internal and external funding audits
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready evidence
• Work closely with programme, delivery and administration teams to ensure compliant processes are followed
• Provide advice and guidance to colleagues on apprenticeship funding and compliance requirements
• Monitor changes to apprenticeship funding rules and help implement required changes
• Produce appropriate compliance and funding reports for Mercedes-Benz stakeholders

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Strong knowledge of UK apprenticeship funding rules and compliance requirements
• Experience working within an apprenticeship or work-based learning environment
• Experience of apprenticeship funding, audit and evidence requirements
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to compliance
• Confidence working with learner data and management information systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• The ability to interpret funding guidance and translate it into practical processes
• A collaborative approach and the confidence to challenge where compliance requirements are not being met

Experience working with an employer-provider or organisation holding its own apprenticeship funding contract would be advantageous.

Our Calex Core Values

We are looking for an individual who aligns with our company core values:

• Caring & Supportive
• Open & Honest
• Welcoming & Inclusive
• Collaborative & Inspiring
• Enjoyable & Rewarding
• Flexible & Adaptable
• Accountable & Reliable
• Healthy & Sustainable

Salary & Benefits: Up to £35,000 depending on experience. 25 Days Annual Leave, Calex Employee Benefits Packages (Inc Private GP and Healthcare Services, High Street Discounts, Discounted Gym Memberships and on Demand 24 Hour Wellbeing Service (Counselling and Advice), Life Assurance, Pension, optional private Healthcare cover.

Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover) / Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Place of Work: Milton Keynes

Pre-employment Checks: Calex will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated referees, as well as checking candidate ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks (confirmation will be provided through the recruitment process). The nature of this role may necessitate that we undertake a DBS check.

Employment: The successful candidate will be employed by Calex UK (www.calexuk.com).

Visa Sponsorship: Although Calex UK is on the register of Worker and Temporary Worker licensed sponsors, there is not an opportunity of sponsorship for this specific role.

Pay: Up to £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person