HR Higher Apprentice, Hybrid (CIPD Level 5)

National Grid Plc; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Share Incentive Plans

Private medical insurance

Pension

Job summary

National Grid is offering an HR Higher Apprenticeship in Warwick with hybrid working (three days in the office). You will gain hands-on HR experience, support colleagues, learn HR systems, and work towards a Level 5 CIPD qualification over two years.

The programme emphasizes rotations across HR, stakeholder collaboration, and people analytics. Starting salary is £27,954 with development and progression opportunities within National Grid.

Qualifications

• Five GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including Maths at Grade 5/C and English Language at Grade 6/B or higher.
• Have or be predicted to achieve three A-Levels at Grade C or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with a range of audiences.

Responsibilities

• Get hands-on experience supporting key HR activities and learning how people processes help the business succeed.
• Build an understanding of HR systems, policies and best practice while working alongside experienced HR professionals.
• Use colleague feedback and engagement data to identify trends and support initiatives that improve the employee experience.
• Collaborate with HR specialists and business stakeholders to create tools, resources and guidance for colleagues and managers.
• Support a range of people-focused projects, from recruitment and talent initiatives to employee engagement and organisational development activities.
• Work with people data to generate insights, helping inform decisions that shape our workforce and culture.
• Gain exposure to both generalist and specialist areas of HR, developing a broad understanding of the function.
• Contribute ideas, perspectives and recommendations while developing the confidence to influence and support business decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Five GCSEs incl Maths and English

Three A-Levels or equivalent

Job description

National Grid is offering an HR Higher Apprenticeship in Warwick with hybrid working (three days in the office). You will gain hands-on HR experience, support colleagues, learn HR systems, and work towards a Level 5 CIPD qualification over two years.

The programme emphasizes rotations across HR, stakeholder collaboration, and people analytics. Starting salary is £27,954 with development and progression opportunities within National Grid.