Are you looking for a stable and supportive career where you can learn at your own pace, develop professionally, and build long-term expertise in a respected industry?At LivePay, we are offering a structured apprenticeship opportunity for someone who enjoys working carefully, takes pride in doing things properly, and would like to develop a specialist skill set within a friendly and established team.LivePay uses the latest technology to provide high quality payroll services to companies all over the UK. We have been established for over 40 years and have a wide variety of customers from household names employing several thousand people to small companies with only a few staff.Our goal is to make payroll as simple as possible for our customers and do this by employing enthusiastic people using the best of the latest internet technology. For more details of LivePay please take a look at our website www.livepay.co.ukThe vacancy is for an Apprentice Payroll Specialist who will be part of our Bureau Team. The Payroll Specialist role is the main entry point to the business where experience is built with the possibility of progression within that team or graduating into one of the other more specialist teams.We do not expect our Apprentices to have any knowledge of payroll as we will teach you all this, what we are looking for is someone who is keen to learn something new that will formulate their career within an amazing industry.The bureau team is responsible for the day to day processing of payrolls. Reporting to the Bureau Manager the candidate will be increasingly involved in all aspects of the payroll processing, including entering data, liaising with customers and problem solving on behalf of customers.Key Qualifications:
A-Level qualifications - subject matter not criticalGCSE Maths Grade C (Or modern equivalent)GCSE English Grade C (Or modern equivalent)
The successful candidate will be placed on a 12 month course with a local training provider to kick start their career. On completion of this all employees are offered to be sponsored to study a further course to achieve a degree level qualification in payroll.Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
Benefits:
Company eventsCompany pensionFree parkingOn-site parkingSick pay
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
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Working closely with the payroll department in the provision of relevant information along with assisting in the administration of the timesheet system
Processing payments in an accurate and timely fashion
Assisting in the month-end processes including in the pension reconciliation
Petty cash analysis and posting to the relevant nominal
Credit card analysis and posting to the relevant nominal
Other general ledger work to assist in the processing of timely and accurate information
Ownership and management of the “MAS credit” process
Ownership of the expenses process, including reviewing and approving claims in line with the company policy, sending queries to managers and production of monthly payment files
Other general finance tasks to assist in the effective running of the department
Training Outcome:
Progress to Level 3 Finance/Assistant Accountant apprenticeship
Move into roles such as Finance Assistant or Accounts Clerk
Take on responsibilities like payroll, budgeting, or reporting
Progress to senior roles (e.g. Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer)
Opportunity to gain professional qualifications (AAT, ACCA, CIMA)
Potential to move into Finance Manager or specialist finance roles
Employer Description:Eville & Jones is the leading supplier of official veterinary controls throughout Europe. We are committed to the safeguarding of public health and to maintaining the food supply chain through all our essential activities, while ensuring the protection of animal welfare.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
This apprenticeship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a business-critical HR and payroll system while working towards a Digital Support Technician Level 3 qualification.
The successful candidate will develop practical technical support skills while gaining valuable experience in digital systems, stakeholder collaboration, problem-solving, and business operations.
Main Duties
Deliver first-line support to Workday users across the business
Assist employees with system access, navigation, and user queries
Support troubleshooting activities for Workday and related systems
Help maintain support documentation and user guidance materials
Configure and maintain digital devices and user system settings where required
Prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines and service expectations
Track progress of support requests and assigned tasks
Support project activities and system updates within agreed timelines
Demonstrate effective organisation and time management skills
Compliance & Data Management
Follow company policies relating to data protection, confidentiality, and GDPR
Ensure sensitive employee and payroll information is handled securely
Understand the importance of cyber security and secure system usage
Support compliance with internal processes and relevant legislation
Use Microsoft Excel and reporting tools to analyse system data
Support data validation and identify inconsistencies or trends
Assist with reporting and data cleansing activities
Maintain accurate records of support requests and resolutions
Systems & Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve system processes and user experience
Support testing of new functionality, updates, and enhancements within Workday
Assist in streamlining processes to improve efficiency across HR and Payroll operations
Contribute ideas for continuous improvement initiatives
Investigate and support the resolution of system-related issues
Assist with diagnosing user and technical problems
Support root cause analysis activities where appropriate
Work with internal teams and external support providers when required
Teamwork & Communication
Work closely with the Workday Specialist, Payroll team, and wider business users
Build positive working relationships with colleagues across departments
Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users
Deliver a professional and customer-focused support service
Log and monitor support issues accurately
Escalate complex technical problems appropriately
Provide updates to users on progress and resolutions
Ensure issues are resolved within agreed service expectations
System Configuration
Support setup and configuration of user accounts, permissions, and system access
Assist with device and software configuration activities
Maintain accurate records of configurations and updates
Support users with hardware and software-related queries where required
Training:During this apprenticeship, you will follow a fully supported training programme with LearnTech, delivered through combined weekly remote classroom-based training, workplace assessment/training and online learning working towards completing the Digital Support Technician standard.
The training covers the following core occupational duties:
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/digital-support-technician-v1-1Training Outcome:Upon completion of the apprenticeship, the successful candidate will have a level 3 qualification as a Digital Support Technician.Employer Description:Award-winning company and a leading Toyota and Lexus dealer group.
Established in Milton Keynes in 2002, we have subsequently grown to be an award-winning company and a leading Toyota and Lexus dealer group in the UK, with branches in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, East of England, Essex, Herefordshire, Hertfordshire, Kent, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Staffordshire, South East, South West Midlands, Suffolk, West Midlands, West Sussex and WorcestershireWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
General HR Administration
Employee Records and HRIS support
Recruitment support
Onboarding and New Starter administration
Induction and integration
Contractual changes and Employment Lifecycle
Support payroll administration
Employee support and HR Portal
HR reporting
Compliance and policy adherence
Training:
Training will take place at Andrews Sykes Hire Ltd with remote training delivered by our training provider
Training Outcome:
Further career opportunities within our company are dependant upon the individual and opportunities as they change
Employer Description:A little about us...
As the UK’s leading specialist hire company, we provide the best pumping, heating and cooling solutions for every conceivable need, location and application. Andrews Sykes has more than 30 depots strategically placed throughout the UK and Ireland, with around 300 dedicated employees.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm (1 hour lunch break)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Key Responsibilities
Supporting and learning from the current operations team in the following areas:-
Purchasing
Assist with supplier communication and purchase orders
Support stock and material control activities
Help maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
Order Intake & Sales Administration
Process customer orders accurately and efficiently
Liaise with customers regarding order updates and enquiries
Support the sales team with administration, quoting and reporting
Production Planning
Assist with production scheduling and planning activities
Help monitor production progress and delivery schedules
Support communication between departments to ensure smooth workflow
Quality
Support quality documentation and reporting processes
Assist with inspections and quality control administration
Help maintain compliance with company and customer standards
Health & Safety
Assist with maintaining health and safety records
Support audits, risk assessments, and compliance activities
Promote safe working practices across the business
Finance Administration
Learn and support sales invoice processing and general finance administration including purchase ledgers
Assist with data entry and maintaining accurate records
Work alongside the finance team on reporting and documentation
An understanding or Payroll and Banking Admin
Training & Development
This role is ideal for someone eager to learn and develop within a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will:
Receive training across multiple business functions
Learn directly from experienced professionals in their specialist fields
Gain valuable knowledge of manufacturing and business operations
Have the opportunity to identify and develop a future specialism within the company
The long-term aim is for the individual to grow into a specialist or leadership role once their training and development programme is complete.Training:For this Apprenticeship Standard, learners will have the opportunity to give focus on the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the standard that will allow for good business acumen, decision making and the understanding of tools and techniques in relation to time and project management. The completion of this Apprenticeship Standard will require monthly training visits from a qualified IPS Trainer to help support the Apprentice. This will allow them to develop skills and progress the building of the Apprentice portfolio to prepare the learner for End Point Assessment.
Delivery is primarily carried out through remote visits, but the trainer will visit the learner’s workplace quarterly and at the start of training to allow for a good working relationship between all parties for smooth delivery of the Standard. Upon successful completion, the learner will achieve the Level 3 Business Administrator Standard.Training Outcome:Talisman Group Rochester Ltd offers more than just a job — it offers the opportunity to build a career within a successful and forward-thinking manufacturing business. With a strong heritage, diverse customer sectors, and exciting plans for the future, Talisman is committed to developing talented individuals who want to grow with the company.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, future possible career outcomes could be joining the management team in commercial, purchasing, sales or accounts.Employer Description:Talisman Group Rochester Ltd is a long-established injection moulding manufacturer supplying products across a wide range of industries and sectors.Working Hours :8:00am to 4:45pm, Monday to Thursday (30 min break).
8:00am to 1:00pm, Friday (no break).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Willingness to Learn,Positive Attitude,Proactive,Independent....Read more...
Accounts Payable duties:
Processing purchase Invoices (checking, coding & matching)
Liaising with invoice approvers to ensure timely approval
Reconciling supplier statements
Preparing supplier payment runs
Reviewing aged creditors and resolving queries
Setting up new supplier accounts, including CIS checks with HMRC
Reconciling and posting monthly credit card statements
Reviewing & approving staff expense claims per month in line with expense policy
Accounts Receivable duties:
Raising and issuing sales invoices
Sending monthly customer statements
Monitoring aged debt and liaising with customers regarding outstanding payments
Setting up new customer accounts and maintaining payment records
General Ledger and Month end duties:
Performing monthly bank reconciliation
Posting journals including prepayments & accruals
Update VAT mileage schedules
Posting Payroll Journals
Reconciling CIS liabilities and supporting CIS returns
Maintaining the fixed asset register and posting depreciation
Training:The Level 4 AAT apprenticeship standard includes 4 AAT exams, in addition to the Synoptic Assessment as part of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) process.
The knowledge units will be delivered at the EMA training hub in Derby, or online (depending on apprentices’ location) through day release.
Modules will include:
Applied Management Accounting
Internal Accounting Systems and Controls
Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements
Business Tax
Personal Tax
Attending the EMA hub in Derby city centre for classroom sessions delivered by specialist trainers. You will also be supported by a dedicated mentor through your portfolio of work and end point assessment. Training Outcome:Opportunity for a full-time position within the team upon completion of the apprenticeship programme. Employer Description:A high performing workplace full of happy, healthy people… it’s the dream! But how do you get there? Start with an office design that gives your team the resources they need to do their best work.
We’ll help you define your needs, then design and build a bespoke workplace that supports your business to achieve its goals. A space where people can be happy, healthy, productive, and are equipped to perform at their best.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm + 1 hour lunch breakSkills: Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Knowledge of Xero....Read more...
If you enjoy talking to people, passionate about building a long-term career, where you will have time invested in you and the support to learn and develop this could be the start you are looking for!
If you enjoy talking to people, passionate about building a long-term career, where you will have time invested in you and the support to learn and develop this could be the start you are looking for!
In this role, you will learn how to deliver proactive support of HR Service Centre (HRSC) and may support services across payroll, benefits, staffing/onboarding, recognition, employee relations, and more.
As you progress you learn all about working within a HR service centre operation, the technology and transaction processes in place to support all things people. You will also gain a sound knowledge and understanding of HR principles to help team members, managers and customers.
What is in it for you?
A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal
A strong open door policy within management
An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
Pension scheme
25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy additional holiday
FREE Onsite Parking & Gym
Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days working from home)
Cycle to work Scheme
Discount and retail rewards scheme
Our Apprenticeship Offers the Opportunity Learn about:
Supporting one or more human resource functional areas in the HR Service Centre (HRSC)
Providing first level response support to managers, team members, employees and other customers
Receiving inquiries and responds to requests following appropriate policies and practices; provides basic interpretation of policies
Participating and providing coordinative support to project teams and collaborates with other team members to achieve deliverables
Preparing correspondence and reports
Inputting and maintaining data relevant to processing employee data changes
Maintaining documentation or records within appropriate systems
Determining best method(s) to resolve issues ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to company policies and practices as well as legal regulations
Working cross-functionally with in the HRSC (as required) to coordinate customer resolution
What about you?
A creative, self-driven individual who possesses:
Strong numeracy and analytical skills
Strong communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
A passion for building relationships
Resilience and a positive attitude
A passion to join a team where learning is an everyday occurrence
Join us today and unlock your full potential as a Human Resources professional within the electronics industry! Training:As you progress you learn all about working within a HR service centre operation, the technology and transaction processes in place to support all things people. You will also gain a sound knowledge and understanding of HR principles to help team members, managers and customers.Training Outcome:Potential to be taken on permanently as a HR Specialist.Employer Description:Avnet powers the technology behind everyday life - from consumer devices like your coffee maker or your electric vehicle to advanced industrial systems. As a global technology distributor of electronic components and technology solutions, we connect innovators with the manufacturers who bring breakthrough products to market. Our engineering and supply chain expertise accelerates the journey from concept to production.Working Hours :Monday - Friday
9am - 5pm
30 minutes unpaid lunchbreakSkills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills....Read more...
