Human Resources Apprentice

Your day to day work will include:

Managing existing HR records and maintaining accurate and up to date employee data on the HRIS (Personio).  Producing reports as required Administering the documentation in support of new joiners including producing new joiner paperwork and carrying out reference checking Administering the documentation in support of the annual HR processes (Appraisal, Training Applications, Salary Review, Bonus) Supporting the Internal Recruiter with recruitment activities; job adverts, candidate management through the ATS, email notifications to candidates, booking interviews and monitoring the careers inbox Carry out monthly checks such as work anniversaries, probations and benefit enrolments Assist with various HR led internal events such as in-house training sessions, well-being week, and any other internal events that may require support Provide administrative support to HR activities e.g. recruitment campaigns, careers fairs, induction, training, benefits, absence management Provide administrative support to our L&D programme; system administration, managing delegate lists, sending out invites, booking and setting up meeting rooms, updating our HR SharePoint portal, putting learner packs together, assisting in the creation of learning material (i.e. PowerPoint, ‘how to guides’, handouts etc.) Logging Sickness, and ensuring sickness records are closed by employees and escalating any sickness cases to the relevant members of the HR Team Monitor the HR inbox responding or escalating as appropriate Holiday cover for the HR Coordinator Supporting on HR Projects as and when required Ensuring good standards of data quality and protection are adhered to at all times Act as a first line responder for basic employee queries/requests and escalating to the relevant members of the HR Team as required Any other duties that may be required in support of the day-to-day remit of the HR function The role will be based in our Marks Tey office but will involve travel to our other offices e.g. for inductions and you should therefore have a driving licence and access to a car

Training:
The apprentice will be working towards the HR Support Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Monthly classroom attendance at Colchester Institute (Colchester Campus)

Training Outcome:

This role is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to start a career in an impactful, creative, influential and rewarding profession. You will join an established and well thought of team of other HR professionals at various stages of their career, who will act as trusted mentors to you. You will experience a fantastic team spirit; committed, creative, confident and hardworking - giving you the perfect environment to start your HR career. 

Employer Description:

Holmes & Hills Solicitors is a large regional firm of solicitors with seven offices across Essex and Suffolk and over 200 legal professionals across a number of specialist departments. Holmes & Hills works in partnership with clients across East Anglia, including businesses, individuals, families and local authorities, to build long standing relationships, protect clients' interests and support clients' growth and development.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm and Fridays 9:00am - 5:00pm with a one-hour lunch break each day.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Previous admin experience,Client/customer experience,Microsoft Office knowledge,Good literacy and numeracy