Hr Apprentice (Bridgnorth Aluminium)

Notis Design; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking an HR Administrator to manage employee records and support payroll processes. This varied role provides opportunities for personal growth and development in Human Resources. Responsibilities include maintaining HR systems, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and coordinating training activities. If you’re organized and detail-oriented, this position offers a solid foundation for a successful HR career.

Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS and payroll processing is required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the HR Information System.
• Prepare payroll files ensuring compliance with UK legislation.
• Support new starter inductions and manage training records.
• Administer probation reviews.

Skills

HR Information System (HRIS) management

Payroll preparation

GDPR compliance

Training coordination

Education

Relevant HR qualification

Job description

Bridgnorth Aluminium is the UK's leading manufacturer of flat rolled aluminium coils and the only fully integrated UK operation where all stages of research, development and production are managed on one site including casting, hot/cold rolling, heat treatment, slitting, levelling, and degreasing. With more than 80 years of heritage, Bridgnorth Aluminium serves a wide range of industrial sectors including printing (offset lithographic printing plates), foil stock for pharmaceuticals and household packaging, construction (anodized panels and building facades), automotive components, transformer coils, battery foil stock, and common alloy sheet formats.

The company is also deeply committed to quality, environmental and social best practices. It invests in sustainable operations from resource efficiency and renewable energy to strong community involvement through apprenticeships, and charitable giving. With a strong export/customer base spanning 14 countries, around 340 employees, and a turnover of £260 million per year, Bridgnorth Aluminium is a major player in both the UK and international aluminium markets.

Career Progression - HR Administrator

You will maintain accurate employee records and systems, act as the first point of contact for HR and payroll queries, and ensure processes are carried out in line with company policies and legal requirements. With a strong focus on personal growth, we will invest in your development, providing mentoring, training, and exposure to all areas of HR to help you thrive. This is a varied and hands-on role that offers exposure to the full scope of HR activities, making it an excellent opportunity to develop strong foundations for a successful career in Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update our HR Information System (HRIS) and time and attendance system, including new starters, leavers, and any internal changes
• Support with preparing the payroll file on a monthly basis for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with UK legislation
• Be the first point of contact for all general HR and Payroll queries, escalating where necessary
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with GDPR and company policies, including onboarding and induction documentation
• Conduct drug and alcohol testing for all new starters
• Support with the coordination and booking of external training activities, including scheduling courses, booking venues, arranging transport and managing the attendee list
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements
• Support with the preparation of new starter inductions and monitor induction completions, escalating where necessary
• Process all voluntary leavers, including supporting on exit interviews to gather feedback and insight
• Complete all employment reference requests in line with policy
• Maintain starters, leavers, and internal moves report is kept up-to-date and sending out a weekly report to relevant stakeholders
• Administer probation reviews by liaising with line managers across the business, escalating concerns within the team where necessary
• Maintain up-to-date notice boards within the HR and reception area
• General HR Administration duties

Monday - Friday (45 min unpaid break). Flexible contract with core hours: Mon - Thur 9:30am - 4pm, Fri 9:30am - 3pm.