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As the Graduate Programme Manager at Arbor, you will play a crucial role in designing, delivering, and enhancing Arbor's first-ever Graduate Programme in India for the technical teams. Your responsibilities will include the full lifecycle of the programme, from establishing partnerships with universities to onboarding, training, rotations, pastoral support, and transitioning graduates into permanent roles. This hands-on role offers you the opportunity to shape the careers of bright new talent and build a strong pipeline of future talent for Arbor. Key Responsibilities: - Design and launch Arbor's 12-month Graduate Scheme in India, tailored to align with the company's culture and business requirements. - Develop the programme structure, including rotations, training modules, and assessment milestones. - Identify and oversee external training providers to deliver specialized content. - Build and nurture relationships with colleges and universities to position Arbor as an employer of choice in Technopark. - Manage the attraction and selection process annually, including assessment days and ensuring a positive candidate experience. - Provide line management and pastoral care for up to 10 graduates per cohort. - Oversee onboarding, induction, and offboarding processes at the conclusion of the scheme. - Facilitate a seamless integration of graduates into various teams during rotations. - Collaborate with technical team leaders to define placements and manage graduate performance feedback. - Monitor programme KPIs such as retention, performance, and satisfaction, and deliver regular reporting to leadership. - Handle budgets and contracts with training providers and vendors. - Develop a blueprint for expanding Arbor's early careers programme globally and serve as an advocate for early careers initiatives internally and externally. Qualifications Required: - Minimum 8 years of experience in HR, with a track record of effectively line managing teams. - Demonstrated experience in designing and managing graduate, internship, or early-career programmes in a rapidly growing organization. - Strong project and stakeholder management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. - Previous experience collaborating with universities, training providers, and internal business units. - Excellent communication, relationship-building, and coaching abilities. - Passion for nurturing and developing young talent. - Familiarity with working alongside technical teams and understanding their unique requirements. - Adaptability and resilience to launch new initiatives and iterate swiftly. In addition to the rewarding work environment and impactful role, Arbor offers benefits such as Group Term Life Insurance, 32 days of holiday (inclusive of companywide days), fixed salary disbursement with no variable component, and a standard work schedule from 9:30 am to 6 pm. Join Arbor's People Team and be a part of a dynamic workforce dedicated to fostering a culture where individuals can thrive and excel in their roles. As the Graduate Programme Manager at Arbor, you will play a crucial role in designing, delivering, and enhancing Arbor's first-ever Graduate Programme in India for the technical teams. Your responsibilities will include the full lifecycle of the programme, from establishing partnerships with universities to onboarding, training, rotations, pastoral support, and transitioning graduates into permanent roles. This hands-on role offers you the opportunity to shape the careers of bright new talent and build a strong pipeline of future talent for Arbor. Key Responsibilities: - Design and launch Arbor's 12-month Graduate Scheme in India, tailored to align with the company's culture and business requirements. - Develop the programme structure, including rotations, training modules, and assessment milestones. - Identify and oversee external training providers to deliver specialized content. - Build and nurture relationships with colleges and universities to position Arbor as an employer of choice in Technopark. - Manage the attraction and selection process annually, including assessment days and ensuring a positive candidate experience. - Provide line management and pastoral care for up to 10 graduates per cohort. - Oversee onboarding, induction, and offboarding processes at the conclusion of the scheme. - Facilitate a seamless integration of graduates into various teams during rotations. - Collaborate with technical team leaders to define placements and manage graduate performance feedback. - Monitor programme KPIs such as retention, performance, and satisfaction, and deliver regular reporting to leadership. - Handle budgets and contracts with training providers and vendors. - Develop a blueprint for expanding Arbor's early careers programme globally and serve as an advocate for early careers initiatives internally and externally. Qualifications Required: - Minimum 8 years of experience in HR, with a track
