Job Details
Job: Management Trainee
Starting salary: £30,024 per annum
Contract: Fixed term 2-year training programme
Location: Manchester city centre
Advert closing date: 31st May 2026
Virtual Information Sessions: An opportunity to find more about the job and ask questions. Please click on the link below to book on to the session.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/management-trainee-programme-information-session-tickets-1987982516221
Your role:
The Management Trainee Programme is designed for individuals eager to engage in the world of local government and develop skills that will set them on a successful path. Over two rewarding years, you will rotate through various teams and departments, spending 12 months in each role, ensuring every day offers fresh challenges and opportunities for growth. You will be actively involved in projects that help shape the city and benefit our communities.
You will collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds—learning from experienced professionals and fellow trainees as you participate in significant projects. Additionally, you will earn a nationally recognised qualification—either a Level 4 Associate Project Manager or Level 4 Policy Officer Apprenticeship—while you work. You will receive comprehensive support, including dedicated time to study and opportunities to tailor your learning to your interests. The qualification will correspond to your job placements and prior experience, enabling you to maximise your potential.
Alongside this, you will access further training and professional development to enhance your skills. You will join a cohort of fellow trainees, forming a valuable network from the outset. If you are ready to challenge yourself, develop as a leader, and make a difference, this programme is an excellent opportunity for you.
About you:
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) brings together the ten local councils of Greater Manchester, along with a directly elected Mayor, to drive positive change across the region. We’re shaping the future of Greater Manchester through ambitious projects in economic growth, regeneration and transport—making Greater Manchester an exciting place to live, work, study and create.
The Management Trainee Programme is your chance to kick-start an amazing career with a forward-thinking, socially-conscious organisation. You’ll take on real responsibilities from day one, working on high-impact projects that make a genuine difference to communities across Greater Manchester.
Expect to dive into varied and meaningful placements that put you at the heart of what matters most to our city region. With the pace of change in local government, we’re looking for talented people who thrive on challenge, who want to shape the future, and who aren’t afraid to bring new ideas to the table. We welcome trainees who can connect with people from all walks of life, enjoy working in diverse teams and are ready to tackle problems head-on—learning and growing along the way.
Bring your energy, resilience and drive, and help us make Manchester a brilliant place for everyone. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want a career where you can truly have an impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Application process:
Please complete our application form, where you’ll be asked about yourself and how your experience meets the programme criteria.
About us:
As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of a number of key Greater Manchester strategic functions and service providers including; Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS); Waste and Resources; Environment; Work and Skills; Research; Public Sector Reform; Police, Crime and Criminal Justice; Homelessness; the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.
We value the diversity of our employees, and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across Greater Manchester. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, Trans status and Non-binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
To find out more about working for us please click here: https://www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/
Our offer:
In return for your hard work, we offer our employees a competitive package as part of our offer that you can find out more about here:
Mandatory Information:
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Hybrid working
This role is part of GMCA’s hybrid working scheme. As part of our commitment to ‘Build Back Fairer’ in Greater Manchester following the Covid-19 pandemic, we have evolved our management methods by trusting and empowering staff to deliver their work in the best way that suits the business and their individual needs, and supports health and wellbeing. Our hybrid working policy sets out a flexible approach, combining attendance at our [Manchester city centre office / Fire and Rescue service HQ in Swinton / other location] with remote working, typically from home; the location of work is primarily dictated by the needs of the business: ‘Do what is right for you and the business on that day’. If appointed to the role you will work with your manager to agree and regularly review the best working pattern for you, your team and your work.