HR Advisor Apprentice

Safran; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish on Fridays

Competitive salary and annual bonus

25 days' holiday + bank holidays (buy–

Job summary

Safran is seeking an HR Advisor Apprenticeship in Gloucester to deliver a professional, customer‑focused HR service while developing through a structured programme.

You will advise managers on HR policies, support employee relations matters, assist recruitment and HR administration, and contribute to key people processes across the lifecycle. Training includes CIPD Level 5 and ongoing mentoring.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in a career in human resources.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Discretion with confidential information.
• Experience in administrative or customer-facing roles.
• Basic understanding of HR processes and practices.
• Awareness of HR systems and databases.
• Interest in CIPD Level 5 qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line HR advice and guidance to managers and staff.
• Support employee relations cases including absence and discipline.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and HR administration tasks.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure policy compliance.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Complete apprenticeship learning and apply knowledge in practice.

Skills

HR

Employee Relations

HRIS

MS Office

Communication

Compliance

CIPD

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Tools

HRIS software

MS Office suite

Job description

Skills: HR, Employee Relations, HRIS, MS Office, Communication, Compliance, CIPD

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:

• Early finish on Fridays
• Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
• Strong Pension scheme and life assurance
• Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring
• Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Your Role

As an HR Advisor Apprentice, you will support the delivery of a professional and customer-focused HR service while developing your knowledge through a structured apprenticeship programme.

You will work closely with HR colleagues and business stakeholders to provide guidance on HR policies, support employee relations matters, and contribute to key people processes across the employee lifecycle. This role will develop you into a confident and capable HR Advisor within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities include

• Providing first-line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees
• Supporting employee relations cases including absence, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration activities
• Maintaining accurate HR records and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment legislation
• Supporting HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business
• Completing apprenticeship learning and applying knowledge in a practical setting

What You'll Bring

• Strong interest in developing a career in Human Resources
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively with stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Previous experience in an administrative or customer-facing role
• Basic understanding of HR processes or employment practices
• Awareness of HR systems or databases
• Interest in or working towards a CIPD level 5 qualification