HR Apprentice

Big Science Sweden; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic HR services provider is seeking an HR Apprentice to join their team at their Headquarters in Macclesfield, UK. This role is perfect for individuals eager to begin a career in Human Resources. The HR Apprentice will handle various administrative tasks related to the employee lifecycle, including onboarding and benefits administration, while reporting to the HR Service Delivery Manager. An initial 2-year fixed-term contract could convert to a permanent role upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for starting a career in Human Resources.
• Ability to manage competing priorities professionally.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of HR services across the business.
• Assist with onboarding new starters.
• Coordinate family leave processes and manage benefits administration.
• Coordinate leaver procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Prioritization

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and ambitious HR Apprentice to join our HR Service Delivery Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is eager to begin their career in Human Resources and gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, professional environment.

As an integral member of the team, the HR Apprentice will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high‑quality HR services across the business. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and a positive attitude.

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to develop a broad foundation in HR, as you will be involved in a wide range of administrative tasks that span the entire employee lifecycle—from onboarding new starters, supporting family leave processes, and managing benefits administration, through to coordinating leaver procedures.

The Role

The HR Apprentice will report to the HR Service Delivery Manager on an initial2-year fixed term contract ,with the potential to convert to a permanent role on the successful completion of the apprenticeship. The role is based at our global Headquarters, Jodrell Bank, Macclesfield, UK and is ideally suited to recent graduates, school leavers or those seeking a new career path.