Apprentice - Digital; Software Development

2026 Apprentice - Digital (Software Development) - Manchester

• Full-time

We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future.

As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.

Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results.

We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport.

Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands.

PA are delighted to announce recruitment of Digital Apprentices in our Manchester office. We can offer you unique opportunities to develop your skills and gain hands on software development experience on some of the most complex digital initiatives, where you’ll be using contemporary coding platforms and modern tooling – working alongside our top digital talent. First, a little bit about us and what we believe in.

We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future.

As strategies, technologies and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.

Digital has changed businesses forever. Organisations that have embraced digital are leading their industry and influencing others – and those that haven’t are falling behind.

We work alongside clients across a broad range of sectors including Government, Health, Financial Services, Consumer, Defence and Transport, to help them take the opportunities of digital and data innovation for their customers, people, and organisations. Joining us as an Apprentice, you will work on a variety of real-life client projects delivering innovative software solutions to our clients' most critical business needs.

During your time on the Apprenticeship at PA, you’ll learn much of what it takes to be a top-notch software developer and consultant. You’ll be coached and guided by experts and have countless opportunities to broaden your experience on challenging projects and programmes. Whatever you work on, you’ll be part of the team and free to grow your networks, both here at PA and far beyond.

As well as being part of PA’s global Digital and Data community, you’ll also be part of our growing Manchester-based team, playing an active role in developing our business and connecting with partners and clients in the region.

Working with a team of experienced software developers and consultants to understand client requirements and develop custom software solutions

Learning and implementing new technologies and software development best practices

Participating in code reviews and ensure the quality of the code

Participating in meetings with clients to understand their requirements and provide solutions

Writing documentation and conduct training sessions to clients

Continuously improving your skills and knowledge in software development

First Stage Assessments:

Application form

Online Assessments

Shortlisting

Final Stage Assessments:

Assessment Centre

Final Stage Interviews

You will be enrolled on the L6 Digital Technology Solutions apprenticeship delivered by an external training provider. On successful completion of the 3-year apprenticeship you will gain a L6 Bachelor’s Degree in Digital & Technology Solutions Professional.

The opportunity to work alongside and learn from talented colleagues on real client challenges from the start

The support and coaching to grow your software development skills and experience on real client work, tackling real world technical and business challenges

The opportunity to work across all areas of the development lifecycle, from strategy to implementation, and to take on assignments in different sectors

To work closely…