Liberty IT has launched a recruitment drive for five new Apprentice Software Engineers aimed at people interested in starting a career in technology including secondary school leavers and those seeking a change in career.

Through its TechStart Apprenticeship Programme, the industry leader in digital innovation provides on-the-job learning and structured academic and development programmes giving each participant the opportunity to complete a BSc (Hons) Computing Systems at Ulster University while they work.

Emma Mullan, Liberty IT’s Senior Director of Talent said: “At Liberty IT, we are committed to playing a key role in the tech talent of the future and are proud to invest heavily to support this. Our TechStart Apprentice programme blends technical, career and business education through training exposure and experience over an 18-month period in support of skill building and development and is an excellent route to help entry-level employees begin a career in tech.

We are delighted to be recruiting for five new Apprentice Software Engineers for 2025 intake, providing on-the-job learning about the fundamentals of engineering, programming skills and helping to identify clear career progression opportunities. As a key member of the Liberty IT team, Apprentices will work with experienced Software Engineers to design, code, test and maintain a range of platforms and services for our Fortune 100 parent company, Liberty Mutual Insurance.”

“We recognise the importance of valuing and rewarding our team members for their hard work, and dedication and offer a highly competitive starting salary and benefits package for our Apprentice Software Engineers roles,” Emma added.

Emma White, an Apprentice Software Engineer said: “Being an Apprentice Software Engineer at Liberty IT has been an incredible journey for me so far. I have absolutely loved the opportunity to work and learn simultaneously, allowing me to develop my skills while gaining practical knowledge. What's even more amazing is the level of independence I have gained at such a young age and the confidence to know what I want to do for a career.”

For further information on Liberty IT’s TechStart Apprentice Programme, search Liberty IT jobs or visit liberty-it.co.uk/careers before Friday 1 March.