HR Apprentice

You’ll be part of a fast-paced, friendly, and highly collaborative team where no two days are the same. As we continue to deliver a world-class employee experience across multiple regions, you’ll have the chance to develop meaningful HR skills while contributing to real business impact.

As an HR Apprentice, you will be hands-on from day one, supporting the full employee lifecycle and gaining experience across all areas of People & Talent, including:

Providing day-to-day HR administrative support to the People Team, managers and employees Assisting with onboarding, probation management, training coordination, and employee queries Supporting the delivery and tracking of key People initiatives, policies, and processes Coordinating ER-related documentation, meeting notes, and follow-up actions Maintaining accurate employee records, ensuring compliance with systems, processes, and audit requirements Assisting with HR reporting and People MI Collaborating with our People Team and Specialists across the UK and India to support wider People projects Playing a key part in building an inclusive, positive, and engaging employee experience

Training Outcome:
Completing a Level 5 HR apprenticeship positions you to step confidently into roles such as People Advisor, HR/Talent/ER Specialist, or early-stage People Partner roles It builds the capability to lead specialist people initiatives, influence stakeholders, and deliver strategic HR solutions - creating a clear pathway toward senior positions such as Senior People Partner, HR Manager

Employer Description:

At thebigword, we’re more than just one of the largest language service providers in the world - we’re pioneers in breaking down global communication barriers. We harness the power of extraordinary minds and cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional language services at scale, ensuring top-notch quality for our clients and our extensive freelance linguist network.

We are committed to providing the very best in translation, interpretation, localisation, and language technology solutions across a range of industries, serving businesses, the public sector, and individuals alike. With the ability to handle up to 50,000 assignments daily worldwide, we’re shaping the future of multilingual communication across borders.
 
Eradicating the Final Barrier of Global Communication
At the core of thebigword lies our drive to bridge the communication gap across the globe. Whether it’s face-to-face interpreters, telephone interpreters, or sophisticated language technology, we provide reliable and efficient services that make connecting people easier and more effective, no matter where they are or what language they speak.

A Diverse Team Leading Innovation
Behind the success of thebigword is a group of experienced, forward-thinking leaders who are passionate about innovation and excellence. Our team’s diverse backgrounds and wide-ranging expertise allow us to stay ahead of the curve in the language services industry. We are united by a shared goal - to continuously evolve, bringing fresh ideas and cutting-edge solutions to our clients.

Our board members, who come from various industries and have unique personal journeys, provide insightful leadership that drives thebigword forward. Their vision helps ensure that we not only meet today’s language needs but are also prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.

You can learn more about our senior leadership team, here: https://en-gb.thebigword.com/about-us/

At thebigword, we’re not just helping people speak the same language - we’re creating connections, driving innovation, and shaping the future of global communication. Join us and be a part of this exciting journey!

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm. Hybrid Working from our Leeds Office (3 days per week in-office)

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience