HR Apprentice (16-months FTC)
Hybrid
London, United Kingdom
£ 21,000 / year
Freelance
07-04-2025
Job Specifications
Salary Range: £15,000 - 21,000 per annum
Closing date: 20 April 2025
What is the purpose of this job?
The HR Apprentice will support the HR team in a range of administrative and coordinative tasks, offering a valuable opportunity to develop practical skills and experience in various HR functions within the Rail Delivery Group.
Throughout your 16-month apprenticeship, you will gain insights into aspects such as recruitment, employee relations, training, and HR policy implementation while working alongside experienced professionals. The role will work closely with our x2 People Operation Assistants.
What can I expect to do in this job?
This is not an exhaustive list, but this role will involve a variety of tasks, which may include:
Assisting in the recruitment process by coordinating interviews, preparing job postings, and liaising with candidates
Supporting the onboarding process and ensuring new starters have the necessary documentation and resources
Supporting the leaver process and ensuring leavers have been processed in a timely manner
Maintaining employee records and HR documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data protection regulations
Participating in HR projects and initiatives as they arise and providing support on an ad-hoc basis
Helping to organise training sessions and employee events, contributing to a positive workplace culture
Supporting our People Operation Assistants in answering/responding to queries via the People & Inclusion team inbox
Learning about HR best practices and legislation, putting theoretical knowledge into practical applications
Gaining exposure to various HR functions, including performance management, employee benefits, and health and safety
Requirements
A keen interest in HR and a desire to learn and develop in the field
Good organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise efficiently
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact confidently with team members and stakeholders
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and familiar with using technology to support HR activities
A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to undertake an apprenticeship and commit to training and development throughout the duration of the program
Benefits
30 days annual leave
75% reduction on UK rail travel (for work and leisure) - more below
Reduced international rail travel
Interest free season ticket loan
Contributory defined benefit pension scheme
Give As You Earn scheme
Subsidised private medical care
Healthcare cash plan scheme
Employee Assistance Programme scheme
Flexible working
30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (subject to eligibility)
Personal Development Days
Employees may sell up to a maximum of five days' leave. Employees can buy up to a maximum of five days' leave. These figures will be pro rata for part-time employees
About the Company
The Rail Delivery Group (RDG) brings together passenger and freight operators, Network Rail and HS2 to build a better railway, connecting the country and delivering more reliable services for customers. Investing for the long-term, we are working together to make journeys better and local economies stronger, giving communities the right to new economic opportunities, now and for generations to come. Note: On 24 October 2016, the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC) and the Rail Delivery Group adopted the single ... Know more
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