HR) Apprentice

Turner Townsend; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking motivated apprentices for their social sustainability program. This role will engage with stakeholders to promote environmental initiatives and community investments. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 GCSEs and be flexible to work across various project locations in the UK. The apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in corporate responsibility and aims to enrich the local community through various initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• Flexible and prepared to work away from home.
• Time management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver social sustainability objectives including community engagement.
• Research and analyze social sustainability trends.
• Support development of local delivery plans for social sustainability.

Skills

Strong literacy skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data collection and analysis

Education

4 GCSEs at C/4+, including Maths & English

Minimum of 72 UCAS points across 3 A levels

Job description

Role Overview

We're looking for bright and motivated apprentices who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry, and maximise the socio-economic benefits our projects deliver in their local community. As part of the social sustainability function, you will be working alongside experienced Social and Environmental Advisors, supporting with the development of delivery of action plan data collection, reporting, and evaluation.

While under supervision, the role will include working within teams, engaging stakeholders and communicating across functions to ensure that the Laing O'Rourke Sustainability strategy is embedded across all our projects. The role will typically be working on multiple initiatives, covering a variety of projects, focus areas and stakeholders. These initiatives encompass elements of school engagement activities, community investment programmes, employability initiatives and communications. Therefore, the day‑to‑day responsibilities will vary depending on circumstances and could mean you work independently, in a team or collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities

• Delivery of social sustainability objectives, including school engagement, environmental initiatives and community investment activities.
• Communicate with multiple teams, embedding key sustainability activity into day‑to‑day practices.
• Research social sustainability related trends, and identify opportunities & risks.
• Champion the social sustainability strategy by influencing colleagues to adopt new habits and make a positive difference.
• Coordinate the capture and reporting of numerical data from various sources to demonstrate impact through the calculation of social return on investment.
• Support the development of local delivery plans for social sustainability commitments on projects, and in offices.
• Contribute to team meetings, offering ideas and sharing best practice across working groups.
• Collaborate with key external partners to ensure we understand, and meet expectations.
• Act as an ambassador for the social sustainability function across Laing O'Rourke.

Specific Tasks and Duties (Rotations)

Specific tasks and duties will be required during rotations in different parts of the business.

Location

As a project‑led business, the location of our work can vary depending on project needs. This role may require you to be prepared to work away from home at project sites across the UK.

Apprenticeship Level and Standard

Corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner - Level 4, 36 months.

Entry Requirements

• 4 GCSEs at C/4+, including Maths & English.
• Minimum of 72 UCAS points across 3 A levels or equivalent.
• Strong literacy skills.
• Flexible as you may be required to work away.
• Eligible to work in the UK – unfortunately, we cannot offer visa sponsorship.

Application Process

CV Submission

Submit your CV for review. We will assess your application against the entry criteria for the role you are applying for.

Online Assessment

Complete a series of assessments designed to understand how you approach workplace situations, your preferred ways of working, as well as exercises to evaluate your critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills.

Video Interview

You will be invited to record responses to two questions set by our hiring team. You will have sufficient time to prepare and ensure you present yourself confidently.

Assessment Centre

Our in‑person assessment centres, held at a LOR office, provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills through a combination of individual tasks, short interviews and group activities. This is also a chance to experience our culture first‑hand.

Outcome

We aim to provide feedback and communicate the outcome of your assessment centre within two weeks.

Application Deadline

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible so you don’t miss the opportunity to be considered.

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact [e-mail].

The Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2026.