Chartered Manager Degree Apprentice

Embark on an exciting journey towards a Chartered Management degree while gaining hands-on commercial experience with Howdens, the UK’s leading trade kitchen supplier.

Our Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship offers a unique, end-to-end insight into our business. Through a structured rotational programme, you’ll gain real-world experience across Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, Supply Chain, Commercial, Finance and HR, building a broad and valuable understanding of how a major UK business operates based at our site in Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire.

You’ll earn a competitive salary from day one, graduate without the burden of student debt, and secure a permanent role upon successful completion of your degree, setting you up for a long-term career with Howdens.

We’re proud to be ranked among the UK’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers, with 1 in 12 of our employees having started their Howdens journey as an apprentice. Our management apprentices are helping to shape the future of leadership in the UK, developing confident, capable leaders of tomorrow.

About the role

Location | Howden, East Yorkshire

Contract | Full Time, Permanent

Salary | £24,000 per annum

Assessment day | Thursday 7th May 2026

Application and Assessment Process

Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we will be in touch with all applicants. If you are shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next stage of the process. This will include online assessments and attendance at an Assessment Day on Thursday, 7th May, held at our site in Howden, East Yorkshire. Attendance on this day is essential.

Am I eligible for this programme?

We are searching for future leaders who will commit to learning how a multifaceted organisation operates in a fast-paced environment.

To be eligible for the programme, you must:

• Be 18yrs or over, by 1st September 2026.
• Not be in full-time education (or have finished education by 1st September 2026).
• Be a UK, EU, or EEA citizen or have the right to work in the UK.
• Be a resident in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Not be on a Tier 1, Tier 4 or Tier 5 Visa.
• Provide evidence of a Level 2 qualification in Maths & English at GCSE grade A*- C / 9-4 or equivalent (if unable to provide evidence, then you would need to complete Functional Skills in English & Maths alongside the apprenticeship).
• 3 x 'A' Levels grades or expected grades of C or above.
• Be a confident communicator with excellent people skills.
• Possess excellent attention to detail.
• Be able to work collaboratively with others and solutions-focused with a positive outlook.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary of £24,000 + Bonus.
• A permanent role with Howdens upon successful completion of the degree apprenticeship.
• A BSc (Hons) in Applied Business Management.
• An option to be assessed for the internationally recognised Chartered Manager certificate from the Chartered Management Institute.
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%).
• Exceptional training programme.
• Apprentice community of over 400 apprentices across the U.K.
• Graduation ceremony on completion of programme.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days.
• Free daily lunch at our on-site restaurant.
• Exceptional reward and recognition events.

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery, the UK's leading trade kitchen supplier, offers a diverse range of products in kitchens, joinery, and hardware. With over 950 depots across the UK and Europe, we are the top choice for over 460,000 trade professionals. We have recorded sales of £2.4bn, and our ambitious growth plans are fuelled by our strong, entrepreneurial spirit and dynamic work environment. We are proud to be voted one of the top 10 best big companies to work for.

About your Degree Apprenticeship

Our training provider offers degree apprenticeships that bridge the gap between degree education and the working world, putting cutting-edge academic theory into practice. Our industry-led curriculum and personalised delivery provide the ideal foundation for a thriving career.

With a degree apprenticeship in Applied Business Management in partnership with Howdens, you can build sought-after professional skills and knowledge that lead to a successful management career. Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll receive 1-1 coaching, support, and guidance from a dedicated team to maximise your work experience.

Programme award and length

Award – BSc (Hons) Applied Business Management

Length – 2.5 years accelerated degree apprenticeship (including End Point Assessment)

Programme content

Gain core professional competencies in communication, management, teamwork, and leadership. Our programme structure provides immediate impact and builds confidence with measurable results, including:

• Management and Leadership Practice
• Using and Presenting Business Intelligence
• Managing People and Teams
• Technology, Innovation and Change
• Sales and Operational Planning
• Finance for Non-Financial Managers
• Contemporary Issues in Business and Management
• Strategic Management
• Managing Business Projects
• Synoptic project: Research
• Synoptic project: Development
• Integrated digital skills enable you to embrace innovation and drive organisational strategy and growth.

Accreditation

Successful completion of the programme will enable degree candidates to gain an accredited undergraduate degree, whilst building invaluable work experience and industry knowledge. You will also receive a CMI Foundation Chartered Manager status upon successfully completing End Point Assessment with the CMI (Chartered Management Institute).

How to Apply:

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can start your career as a Chartered Manager Degree Apprentice, then we are keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

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