Are you a recent University of Greater Manchester graduate looking to take the first step in your professional career?

At the University of Greater Manchester, we are proud of our growing reputation as a student-focused institution. Through our strategy of “Teaching Intensive, Research-Informed, Assessment Enabled”, we are committed to delivering an outstanding experience for our students—and that starts with investing in our graduates.

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Graduate Trainee Scheme, designed to help you develop the skills, experience, and confidence needed to succeed in a professional environment.

About the Scheme

This two-year fixed-term programme provides you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a busy data department.

You will:

Work in a live operational and fast paced setting

Receive full training and ongoing support from the Student Data Management data team

Work on meaningful projects with real impact

Develop a broad set of transferable professional skills

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Graduate Trainee, you will be trusted with genuine responsibilities and the opportunity to contribute to the University’s operations. Your role will include:

Supporting the delivery of departmental objectives and key projects

Supporting the creation of student timetabling for the university

Assisting in data analysis and statutory reporting

Contributing ideas and innovative solutions to improve processes and services

Managing your workload effectively to meet deadlines and priorities

Communicating with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff and students

Supporting key University activities such as Open Days, Clearing, Graduation, and events

Ensuring compliance with University policies, procedures, and relevant legislation

About you

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic graduate who is keen to learn, develop, and make a positive contribution.

You will:

Be a recent graduate of the University of Greater Manchester (minimum 2:2) from 2024/2025 or 2025/2026.

Demonstrate strong communication, analytical, and organisational skills

Be confident using Microsoft Office and digital tools

Show the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Be proactive, adaptable, and willing to take on new challenges

Have an interest in developing a career within a professional services environment

A willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and a commitment to personal development are essential.

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment where you can grow your career, alongside a competitive benefits package, including:

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to a range of employee benefits

As a smaller University, you will benefit from broad exposure to different functions and the opportunity to make a real impact from day one.