Human Resources Apprentice (British International Investment)

HR Operations & Systems

The HR Apprentice will provide day to day administrative and operational support, helping to ensure HR processes run smoothly and accurately.

Support the maintenance of employee records on HR systems, ensuring data is accurate and up to date Assist with contracts, letters and other HR documentation Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing paperwork and coordinating internal steps Respond to basic HR queries from employees, escalating more complex issues as appropriate Support reporting and data checks relating to people processes, under guidance from the team

Talent Acquisition, Onboarding & Global Mobility

The apprentice will support activities that help attract, hire and welcome new colleagues to the organisation.

Provide administrative support across recruitment campaigns, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates Assist with the coordination of onboarding activities for new starters Support the maintenance of recruitment trackers and systems Help prepare recruitment materials and documentation Gain exposure to all future talent programmes, supporting on key campaign activity Support aspects of global mobility processes, such as documentation and coordination, where appropriate

 Learning & Talent Development

The apprentice will support learning and development activities that help colleagues build skills and progress in their careers.

Assist with the coordination of internal training events and programmes Support communications relating to learning opportunities and programmes Gain exposure to building digital learning pathways in LinkedIn Learning

 HR Business Partnering

The apprentice will gain insight into how HR works with managers and teams to support people management across the organisation. Provide administrative and coordination support to HR Business Partners Assist with the preparation of documents, presentations or reports for people related initiatives Support processes related to performance management, engagement and wellbeing Help maintain organised records relating to HR projects and activities Develop an understanding of how HR policies and people practices are applied in a business context

Reward, Benefits & Wellbeing

The apprentice will support the administration and communication of employee reward and wellbeing offerings.

Assist with responding to basic queries about employee benefits and wellbeing resources Support the maintenance of benefits information and guidance materials Help coordinate benefits related communications to employees, including newsletters Gain exposure to reward and payroll processes and annual activities, e.g., PSA, under supervision Support data collection or administration tasks linked to reward and benefits Benefits Fair preparation and coordination Assist with benchmarking activities

Cross-Team & Development Responsibilities Across all teams, the HR Apprentice will:

Work collaboratively with colleagues across HR and the wider organisation Build professional HR knowledge through the Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship Develop core skills such as communication, organisation, time management and attention to detail Act with professionalism, integrity and discretion at all times Contribute to HR projects and initiatives as required Take responsibility for personal learning and development, with support from the team

Training Outcome:

The opportunity to progress to a higher certification, and depending on performance conversion to a full-time role.

Employer Description:

British International Investment are the UK's development finance institution and impact investor, backed by the UK Government. With over 70 years’ experience, we are a trusted investment partner to businesses in Africa, South Asia, Indo-Pacific and the Caribbean. We invest to create more productive, sustainable and inclusive economies, enabling people to build better lives for themselves and their communities. We currently partner with over 1,600 businesses, working with our investees to help them succeed and grow impactful businesses.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9:00 am-5:15 pm.

Skills:
IT skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Microsoft Office applications,Willingness to learn,Interpersonal skills,Collaborative,Able to work independently,Adaptability and flexibility,Positive attitude,Professional approach to work,Strong work ethic,Reliability and accountability