At McLaren, our mission is to set the standard for high performance in sport. Everyone, in every part of the team, plays a critical role in our success, both on and off the track.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Early Careers Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping our future workforce. This position will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive Early Careers Strategy, ensuring the long-term success and sustainability of our talent pipeline.
Reporting to the Head of Talent Acquisition, this role will lead the Early strategy and proposition at McLaren Racing, providing top talent with apprenticeship, summer internship, industrial placement and graduate opportunities.
Principal Accountabilities:
Strategy Development and Execution:
- Develop and implement a robust Early Careers Strategy aligned with the organisation's overall business objectives.
- Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for apprentices, industrial placements, summer interns, and graduates, from application to hire.
- Ensure consistency and alignment across all early careers initiatives to foster a high-performance culture.
Talent Acquisition and Partnerships:
- Build strong relationships with top universities and training organizations to attract high-calibre candidates.
- Expand outreach to diverse talent pools to enhance our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) initiatives.
- Leverage data-driven insights to optimize recruitment strategies and improve candidate quality.
Program Management and Development:
- Design and deliver engaging and impactful early careers programs that foster professional development and skill acquisition.
- Provide ongoing support and mentorship to early careers cohorts, ensuring their success and integration into the organisation.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of early careers programs and identify areas for improvement.
- Work with the People Experience team to design and implement development interventions.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Collect and analyse data on early careers initiatives, including recruitment metrics, program outcomes, and employee retention.
- Generate insightful reports to inform decision-making and demonstrate the value of early careers programs.
- Forecast future talent needs and adjust early careers strategies accordingly.
