HR Administration Apprentice

The Role

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated HR Administration Apprentice to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in HR. We’re passionate about developing our people and offer clear progression opportunities including the potential to undertake a CIPD apprenticeship in the future, supporting your journey towards becoming an HR Advisor for the right candidate.

About the Company: ‘HR with a Difference’

We provide an outsourced HR service to a wide range of businesses and charities at a cost that makes sense for SMEs. We become a company’s outsourced HR Department. We provide support to businesses across Somerset and beyond.

As an HR Administrator, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive HR administrative support to clients, including maintaining and updating HRIS systems, preparing and processing probationary review paperwork, and managing contractual change documentation.
• Managing incoming calls, offering basic advice where possible or taking accurate messages for the team.
• Uploading advice, documentation, and reports to our CRM system.
• Managing onboarding and HR systems setup.
• Liaising with third-party providers such as occupational health, DBS checks, and Breathe HR.
• Taking and typing up notes from client meetings.
• Personalising contracts of employment and assisting with the creation and updating of employee handbooks.
• Managing and updating our social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and contributing to our marketing plans.
• Preparing commercial client administration, including new client agreements, renewals, and insurance forms.
• Checking monthly insurance schedules to ensure all client details are accurate.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

We’re looking for someone who:

• Exceptional organisation skills and attention to detail
• Has a desire to work in an HR environment at assistant or administrator level.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and telephone).
• Can build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Is flexible, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks at once.
• Is a proactive self-starter who works well under pressure.
• Is resourceful, results-driven, and enjoys problem-solving.
• Has a positive, resilient attitude and enjoys being part of a supportive team.
• Has experience using Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Copilot, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

The Right Fit Will Be Someone Who

Is client-focused with a commercial mindset, who is able to think on their feet, juggle competing deadlines with ease, and solve problems quickly. Pays close attention to the little things that matter. Brings a professional, can-do attitude every day.

Training

During this advanced apprenticeship, you will learn a vast range of knowledge, skills and behaviours, covering topics such as project management, systems & processes, business structures and so much more.

You will undertake the ground-breaking Professional Apprenticeships HR Support Level 3 qualification. Professional Apprenticeships hold the title of Bristol and Bath Apprenticeship Training Provider of the Year for 2021. They also boast the highest Ofsted rating, which only a select few training providers in the region have.

The programme is designed to mould you into a high-level, all-rounded business professional. These modules are designed to jump-start your career and make you stand out in an increasingly competitive field, boosting your future earning potential.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that genuinely cares about doing great work for clients. This is an ideal opportunity if you’re looking to deepen your HR experience and build a long-term career in HR consultancy.

Benefits

Free Parking, Health Cash Plan, 33 Days Holiday (inc BH) plus your Birthday Off.

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Pay: £18,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person