HR Apprentice Employee Lifecycle

Fixed Term Contract (this will continue for the duration of the apprenticeship, which is likely to be 18 to 24 months)

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about delivering excellent HR/Payroll support and administration? We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic Employee Lifecycle team at Bath & North East Somerset Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting our employees throughout their journey with us; from onboarding to offboarding and everything pay-related in between.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As the first point of contact for HR Operations queries, you’ll provide efficient and timely support to employees and managers via telephone, email, and our employee portal.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Onboarding processes for new starters
• Processing changes to terms and conditions of employment
• Issuing necessary contractual amendment letters
• Coordinating offboarding for leavers
• Managing multiple inboxes, as well as the employee portal and phones
• Ensuring all work completed is accurate and compliant with up-to-date employment legislation and Council policy

You’ll work closely with colleagues across the wider HR & OD service to drive continuous improvement and deliver a high-quality service.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience in administration and data input
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Has strong numeracy skills and can utilise MS Excel to analyse and interpret data
• Can prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Is a confident communicator with a customer-focused approach
• Works well in a team and embraces collaboration

As part of this role, you will work towards achieving the CIPP Level 3 qualification, gaining valuable professional expertise while you work.

Why Work for B&NES Council?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible and hybrid working options, including flexitime and home working (up to 3 days per week, subject to service needs)
• Generous annual leave - up to 31 days plus bank holidays
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
• Opportunities for professional and personal development, including in-house training and accredited qualifications
• A modern, award-winning Civic Centre in Keynsham, ideally located between Bath and Bristol with excellent transport links

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, we encourage you to apply.

To find out more about this role, please contact: Carrie-Anne Thridgould, Lead HR Officer - Employee Life Cycle on View phone number on findajob.dwp.gov.uk or email View email address on findajob.dwp.gov.uk

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