Job Ref: THE1110
Branch: thebigword UK - Shared Services
Location: thebigword UK - Shared Services, Leeds
Salary/Benefits: £24,000 P/A, Hybrid Working, Great Team, with Great Perks!
Contract type: Fixed Term
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: 9AM - 5.30PM
Hours per week: 37.5
Posted date: 27/05/2026
Closing date: 28/06/2026
The Role Unveiled
Join our People Talent Team at thebigword as our next HR Apprentice, where you’ll play an active role in supporting a truly global organisation. This opportunity is designed for someone who has already completed a Level 3 HR apprenticeship (or equivalent), and is ready to confidently step forward into their Level 5 qualification. Those with relevant UK Employment Law/ HR Experience, will also be considered.
You’ll be part of a fast-paced, friendly, and highly collaborative team where no two days are the same. As we continue to deliver a world-class employee experience across multiple regions, you’ll have the chance to develop meaningful HR skills while contributing to real business impact.
As an HR Apprentice, you will be hands-on from day one, supporting the full employee lifecycle and gaining experience across all areas of People Talent, including:
- Providing day-to-day HR administrative support to the People Team, managers and employees
- Assisting with onboarding, probation management, training coordination, and employee queries
- Supporting the delivery and tracking of key People initiatives, policies, and processes
- Coordinating ER-related documentation, meeting notes, and follow-up actions
- Maintaining accurate employee records, ensuring compliance with systems, processes, and audit requirements
- Assisting with HR reporting and People MI
- Collaborating with our People Team and Specialists across the UK and India to support wider People projects
- Playing a key part in building an inclusive, positive, and engaging employee experience
This apprenticeship provides structured development aligned to Level 5 standards, supported by real-world exposure and mentoring from experienced HR professionals.
We’re looking for someone passionate about developing a career in HR and ready to take their next step. You’ll bring:
- Completed Level 3 HR Apprenticeship (or equivalent qualification)
- Practical HR experience — either through an apprenticeship, HR administrator/coordinator role, or equivalent exposure
- A strong dedication and committment to the Level 5 HR Apprenticeship
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment
- Strong communication skills and exceptional attention to detail, with a commitment to producing high-quality written and visual materials, including internal communications, presentations, proposals, and email content.
- The ability to build relationships and provide great service to employees, managers, and senior leaders
- Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to learn
- A proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset
- Ability to handle sensitive information with absolute discretion and professionalism
If you’re excited to deepen your HR expertise, contribute to a global People function, and grow your career with a supportive and ambitious team — we’d love to hear from you!
Perks That Make You Smile!
See all of our amazing perks, here: https://careers.thebigword.com/pages/perks-uk
We are eradicating the final barrier of global communication!
At thebigword, we specialise in language solutions, translating over 1 billion words annually, support more than 250 languages and handle millions of interpreting minutes each year. As one of the largest language service providers globally, we utilise the greatest minds and boundary shattering technology to deliver phenomenal quality at scale to both our clients and linguist network. We’re proud that our services support thousands of people every single day, from those using the National Health Service to global brands across the world such as google, Honda, and Unilever.
Joining our team is not just a career, it’s being part of something much bigger!
Equal Opportunities:
At thebigword, we prioritise the physical and mental health of our global teams. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have signed the Menopause Workplace Pledge, and are proud to have signed the Mental Health at Work Commitment. Should you require reasonable adjustments for your interview or subsequent employment, please notify our team. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams, celebrating differences and encouraging everyone to join us and be themselves at work. To find out more about our dedication to Equality, Diversity Inclusion, and our EDI Committee, click here: https://careers.thebigword.com/pages/our-commitment
