HR Apprentice

**About the Role**

As an HR Apprentice for SMT GB, you will gain hands-on experience and develop a strong foundation in human resources. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in HR and develop their skills in a professional setting. You will work closely with experienced HR professionals and be involved in a variety of tasks, including recruitment, employee relations, and HR

**What will you be doing?**

**HR Administrative Support**:

- Organize and maintain employee records.
- Process all HR administration relating to leavers, family leave, flexible working, sickness and more.
- Monitor shared inboxes and respond to employee queries regarding HR and training matters.
- Attend low level ER cases as note taker when required by Business Partner
- Ensure the timely and smooth transfer of information to the payroll team.

**L&D / Training Coordination**:

- Coordinate internal and external training sessions, workshops and other development programs.
- Maintain training records and frameworks
- Support the administration of the apprenticeship programme
- Arrange travel accommodations and process invoices.

**Additional Responsibilities**:

- Day to day management of department post.
- Logging and processing of departmental invoices.
- Collate data and prepare reports and presentations related to HR and training activities.
- Work collaboratively with the wider HR community to implement HRIS modules.
- Supports the transformation programme in HR and region.
- Assist and support the L&D, Recruitment and Payroll function administration providing cover during annual leave and absence.

**Requirements**:

- A keen interest in pursuing a career in human resources.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- A proactive and positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths; A-Levels or equivalent qualifications are advantageous.

**Benefits**

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

- 5% Employer Pension contribution
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance 4 x annual salary
- Yulife - Wellbeing App offering discounts and vouchers
- Financial/Physical/Mental Health Counselling and Coaching sessions
- Free Will writing service
- EAP, which includes 24/7 Doctor access
- Healthshield - Cashplan for all employees
- Family Friendly policies
- Company events