HR Apprentice – Bolton

“Working within the People team is fast paced and every day is different, we work together and have a great team, support and guidance is always available”

Libby, HR Advisor

What will you be doing:

You will be supporting and providing administration support to the HR Manager and People team to ensure an effective HR service for Aptus Utilities Limited.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the recruitment process including liaising with recruitment agencies and other external sources
• Arrange and co-ordinate interviews
• Maintain up to date job vacancy information on company website and recruitment platforms
• Assist with new starter inductions
• Liaise with IT support for new starters, leavers and role changes
• Coordinate employee development opportunities/changes
• Assist and maintain in the administration of holiday and sickness records
• Assist with company benefit schemes and provide information upon request
• Liaise with other departments to ensure HR information is communicated and relevant paperwork is provided
• Provide HR administration support to the management team
• Assist in note taking at relevant HR meetings, including but not limited to return to work meetings, welfare meetings and disciplinary meetings

What we ask from you

• High level of confidentiality
• Ability to work within timescales and to deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Understanding of and commitment to the company values
• Evidence of interest in, and commitment to, the success of the Aptus Utilities Limited
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating professionalism in dealings with all staff
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
• Able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation
• Must be able to multi-task and keep calm under pressure
• Experience in a similar working industry – desirable
• Previous HR administration experience – desirable
• Mental Health First Aid trained – desirable

What we can offer in return:

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few….. please click on our benefits brochure to view further details
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts
• Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round

Link to Apprenticeship vacancy can be found here – https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000208907

Job Type: Full time, Permanent Position

Location – Aptus House, Unit 19-20 Wingates Business Park, Barrs Fold Road, Bolton, BL5 3XP.

Whats next?

Please send your CV and contact details to careers@aptusutilities.co.uk

If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face-to-face interview.