Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship
The Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce & Industry LTD · Oakington · posted 24 July 2026
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Event Project Management:
- Support the planning and delivery of Chamber events from initial concept through to completion.
- Assist with creating and maintaining project plans, timelines and action trackers.
- Monitor project progress and help ensure deadlines are met.
- Support event budgets and monitor expenditure where appropriate.
- Assist with post-event evaluation and reporting.
Event Delivery:
- Support the delivery of conferences, exhibitions, awards, training courses and other events.
- Liaise with venues, exhibitors, sponsors, suppliers and speakers.
- Prepare event documentation, schedules and operational plans.
- Coordinate event logistics.
- Assist with venue setup and on-the-day event delivery.
- Support health and safety planning and risk assessments.
Stakeholder Management:
- Build positive relationships with members, partners and suppliers.
- Respond professionally to enquiries.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Administration:
Working alongside the Operations Coordinator to:
- Maintain accurate project documentation.
- Update project trackers and databases.
- Maintain accurate event records.
Your training
The programme is delivered through ARU's Chelmsford campus using a blended learning approach. This combines:
- In-person teaching.
- Online and distance learning.
- Self-directed study.
- Practical learning in the workplace.
You will not be expected to travel to Chelmsford every week.
Teaching is delivered in short study blocks throughout the year, rather than on a weekly day-release basis. As a guide, ARU advises:
- Year 1: approximately 16 days of on-campus teaching.
- Year 2: approximately 16 days.
- Year 3: approximately 9 days.
- End Point Assessment period: no scheduled teaching days.
Where it leads
A career in project management/events.
We may offer a full-time role following the successful completion of the apprenticeship.
About The Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce & Industry LTD
For more than a century, the Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce has been the trusted partner for businesses across Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, and Stamford. Today, we are one of the UK’s most dynamic Chambers – connecting over 70,000 businesses, championing business interests at the highest levels, and opening doors to global opportunities.
As an accredited member of the British Chambers of Commerce, we are part of the UK’s most powerful business network – 51 Chambers nationwide and more than 75 international partners – giving our region a voice and opportunities for growth that carry far beyond local borders.
Our purpose is simple: to help your business grow. Whether you’re starting up, scaling up, or expanding overseas, we provide the connections, insights, and influence you need to succeed. We also work with the public, academic and charity sector to help them engage with the business community.
Cambridgeshire Chamber of Commerce delivers over 100 events each year, bringing together businesses from across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Events range from small networking breakfasts to large-scale exhibitions, conferences, awards ceremonies and business support programmes.
Things to consider
Full clean UK driving licence.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- A Level N/A (grade N/A) — desired
Where you'll work
- CLIFFORD HOUSE, STATION ROAD, OAKINGTON, CAMBRIDGE, CB24 3AH
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