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Level 7Master's apprenticeship · MSc

Senior people professional

Improve people practices in organisations in order to drive organisational performance and effectiveness.

Typical duration
3 years
Training funded
up to £19,000
Route
Business and administration
Standard ref
ST0813
Where this apprenticeship leads
Human Resources Manager and DirectorAI exposure 30% · Moderate
Starting out
£30,000 - £40,000
Experienced
£50,000 - £65,000
Senior
£90,000+
Full career profile - salary progression, top employers, AI outlook →

Role overview

A Senior People Professional leads the strategic HR, people, and organisational development agenda within an organisation, influencing culture, talent, and workforce planning at the highest level. This level 7 master's-level apprenticeship supports progression to CIPD chartered fellow status and prepares professionals for CHRO, HR director, or VP people roles. Apprentices work on complex, organisation-wide people challenges with real commercial impact.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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Human Resources Manager and Director
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