We are looking for a Project Management Apprentice to join our Project Management team. With big ambitions for the future there has never been a better time to join Victrex! You'll receive first class, on the job, training from a dedicated team, whilst earning a competitive salary - not to mention an industry recognised degree-level qualification too.

This opportunity is much more than a job - it is a development programme that has all the hallmarks to kickstart your career within a business which has a very exciting agenda. You will be joining a community of apprentices, who not only have the ability to drive positive change through the work they do on the job, but also shaping a culture where everybody at Victrex thrives. Therefore, whether you are interested in joining one of our Employee Representation Groups (ERG's), becoming an ally, or supporting our STEM agenda, we'll support you with your goals.

The Role

As a Project Management Apprentice, you’ll gain a combination of virtual classroom and on-the-job learning, playing a key role in supporting the successful delivery of a wide range of business and innovation projects. From day one, you’ll be immersed in real project environments, working closely with experienced Project Managers and project Sponsors to understand project strategy, identify risks and issues, and help ensure delivery to agreed cost, quality, and time targets.

In the early stages of the apprenticeship, you will focus on building core project management capabilities - consistently applying your learning to your role at Victrex, creating high-level project plans, maintaining project documentation, and supporting effective communication across project teams.

As you grow in confidence and capability, you will take on increasing responsibility:

• Shadowing Project Managers to understand delivery best practice

• Supporting project delivery and managing defined project workstreams

• Leading clearly scoped internal projects with appropriate supervision

• Progressing to independently managing and delivering your own projects, applying the full project management lifecycle

This is a structured 48‑month programme designed to help you develop into a fully capable Project Manager. Throughout, you will work towards gaining a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Project Management, supported by hands‑on experience, mentorship, and formal training.

Successful applicants will join our 2026 Apprenticeship Intake in September, becoming part of a future talent pipeline with real opportunities for long‑term progression and impact.

About You

To be eligible for this programme we need you to have 3 A-levels at grade 4/C or the vocational equivalent. Of course, we understand it is not all about grades and we are on the look out for the following skills/personal qualities:

• Communication skills

• Team working

• Self-starter / Initiative

• Attention to detail

• Organisation skills

• IT skills

• Problem Solving skills

• Analytical skills

• Practical science experience or an interest in science

Our Offer to You

We pay our apprentices a competitive wage at Victrex - so whilst you may be in training, you can be sure that you will be rewarded as your confidence and skills grow in role.

Apart from a great base salary, you will be enrolled in our company bonus scheme and be if eligible be invited to join our Company Pension Scheme where 5% employee contributions will attract contributions of 12% by Victrex.

We are supportive of flexible working, offer private medical insurance and give employees 29 days annual leave per annum + bank holidays with the option of purchasing up to 2 additional weeks leave too.

The perks are great, but so is our culture - and you can read more about it below.

You’ve Applied – now what?

So you’ve submitted an application to one of our Apprenticeship Programmes – nice work! The Talent Team will review your application in collaboration with the Hiring Manager and Training Providers to determine if you are eligible to undertake the Apprenticeship of your choice with us.

Afterwards, the selection process might look like so:

Stage 1 – Online Interview or Psychometric Assessments

Stage 2 – Assessment Centre (this might include an interview, show & tell presentation, site tours, case study)

Our Apprenticeship Programmes are very popular so please do bear with us whilst we process your application.

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.

At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.

About Victrex

Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.

With over 40 years‘ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders

Vision and culture

At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.

Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human-centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast-paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.

We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI-driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data-driven insights, and drive meaningful change.

As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human-centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.

Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever-changing landscape.

Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities. We are proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by ‘The Sunday Times’ in 2024!

Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:

The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.

We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.

We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat......whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!

That email is: enablerecruitment@victrex.com

Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.