We’re Hiring: People Operations Apprentice
Apprenticeship | Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to £20,000 per anum
Location: Turnford, Hertfordshire, 2 office days per week
Are you organised, detail-oriented and looking to build a career in Human Resources? We're looking for a People Operations Apprentice to join our People & Culture team and gain hands-on experience supporting colleagues across the entire employee lifecycle.
Acacium Group are a leading global healthcare delivery partner and we are hiring a People Operations Apprentice. As part of our central People & Culture team, you'll support the delivery of operational HR services across the Group, helping to create an exceptional employee experience through accurate administration, compliance management, customer service and people data management, while completing a structured apprenticeship programme.
About the Role
In this role, you will:
Support the onboarding process by preparing contracts, issuing employment documentation and maintaining employee records across our People platforms.
Assist with compliance activities including right to work checks, DBS renewals, professional registration checks and audit preparation.
Provide high-quality administrative support across key people processes, including contractual changes, probation reviews, working parent cases and offboarding activities.
Deliver excellent customer service by acting as a first point of contact for colleague and manager queries through the People & Culture inbox.
Ensure employee data remains accurate and up to date across all People systems and platforms.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and support wider People & Culture projects as required.
What You'll Bring
We don't expect perfection. If most of this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you:
Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and data.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
A curious mindset with a genuine desire to learn and develop within People/HR.
Confidence asking questions and seeking guidance when needed.
Clear, professional communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
Why Join Us?
You'll gain exposure to the full employee lifecycle within a large, fast-paced organisation.
Your work will directly contribute to delivering an exceptional colleague experience.
You'll help maintain high standards of compliance and data accuracy across the business.
You'll be part of a supportive People & Culture team where learning and development are encouraged.
You'll have the opportunity to complete a structured apprenticeship qualification and build a long-term HR career.
Your Benefits
Pension scheme, free mortgage broker service & life assurance
Wellbeing Benefits - Employee Assistance Programme, Digital Health & Wellbeing App, Mental, Social, Physical & Financial Wellbeing Workshops
Recognition Benefits - Long Service Awards, Exceptional Performance Awards & Increasing Holiday Allowance
Discounts - Shopping, lifestyle and cinema discounts
Experience We're Looking For
No previous HR experience required.
A genuine interest in developing a career in People, HR or Employee Experience.
Willingness and commitment to complete a relevant apprenticeship qualification.
Previous experience in an administrative, customer service or office-based environment would be beneficial but is not essential.
Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
If you don't meet every requirement but believe you'd be a strong fit, please apply anyway, we value diverse experiences.
Inclusion & Accessibility
We are committed to creating a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. As an age-friendly and disability-confident employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and ages, recognising unique skills, experience and perspectives individuals bring at every stage of their career. Guided by our core value of Putting People First, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture and will consider flexible working options and reasonable adjustments wherever possible to suit individual needs.
