Employee Benefits Apprentice

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies Overview The Employee Benefits Apprentice will join our dynamic Employee Benefits team, supporting the EMEA region. This entry-level role is designed to provide hands-on experience and professional development in employee benefits administration, under the guidance of the EMEA Health, Lifestyle, and Wellbeing Manager. The apprentice will start by mastering foundational tasks, progress to contributing to strategic initiatives, and gain exposure to a range of activities that enhance employee wellbeing and engagement across the region.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in HR and employee benefits while working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities/Duties Foundational Tasks:

• Respond to employee queries regarding benefits programs, ensuring timely and accurate support.
• Maintain and update employee benefits materials, including candidate brochures and employee intranet pages, to ensure they are current and accessible.
• Support the maintenance of employee data systems, ensuring accurate and confidential handling of employee information.
• Assist with compliance-related tasks, such as preparing and organizing renewal documentation for benefits programs.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to process invoices related to employee benefits, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.

Advanced Responsibilities (with progression):

• Conduct research into new employee benefits initiatives to support innovative health, lifestyle, and wellbeing programs.
• Participate in projects, such as system enhancements or process improvements, contributing ideas and supporting implementation.
• Assist with annual enrolment activities, including preparation, coordination, and employee support during enrolment periods.
• Draft and issue employee communications related to benefits updates, ensuring clarity and alignment with company branding.

Key skills

• Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with employees and stakeholders.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a willingness to learn HR and employee data systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take on increasing responsibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively under guidance and as part of a team.
• Interest in employee benefits, HR, and wellbeing programs, with a proactive approach to research and problem-solving.
• Basic understanding of financial processes (e.g., invoice handling) is a plus but not required.

The Employee Benefits Apprentice will receive ongoing mentorship from the EMEA Health, Lifestyle, and Wellbeing Manager, ensuring comprehensive training and support to grow into a confident and capable professional in the employee benefits field. UK Benefits include: Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program It’s possible we’re hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/ Hybrid working By default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote Hiring process Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process About AVEVA AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/ Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/ AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.