Deputy Manager – Apprentice Program

About the role

The Deputy Manager Apprentice Program will lead the end‑to‑end execution of the flagship apprenticeship initiative, ensuring alignment with business needs, regulatory compliance and stakeholder expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Drive the full lifecycle of the Apprentice Program, from sourcing strategy and induction planning to onboarding, performance tracking and potential absorption.
• Manage vendor governance for canteen services, overseeing performance, SLA compliance, hygiene standards and billing cycles.
• Lead employee pilgrimage programmes, handling quota management, financial approvals, registrations, disbursements and travel support.
• Maintain relationships with regulatory bodies, vocational institutes and grievance‑redress frameworks.
• Execute SAP transactions (PR, RO, SES), assign user roles and coordinate with IT for access compliance.

Required profile

• Minimum bachelor’s degree (master’s/LLB preferred) with at least 3 years of corporate experience.
• Strong analytical ability to assess market trends, design stipend structures and manage program finances.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in SAP transaction processing (Purchase Requisition, Release Order, Service Entry Sheet).
• Experience in program management and regulatory compliance.