HR Shared Services Apprentice

Renishaw is a market-leading, global provider of manufacturing technologies, analytical instruments and medical devices. We work closely with our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges. Our unique blend of pioneering research and product innovation helps our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges, meaning we touch billions of lives around the world. Our Early Careers cohort consists of around 195 Graduates, 203 Apprentices and 58 Placements. You are the people who can make a real difference. By bringing your new and innovative ideas you will help keep Renishaw at the forefront of the industry, and that’s why we invest in your continuous development and success from day one. Our Values At Renishaw you’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We are proud of our strong working culture and work hard to promote diversity and inclusivity. We encourage our people to act in line with our core values of: Innovation Inspiration Integrity Involvement What is an HR Shared Service Apprentice? This apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our HR Shared Services team journey and goals. You will have the opportunity to develop skills in administration, organisation and planning, problem solving, collaboration and communication. With support from a well-established team, you will develop the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours required to build a strong career in business administration within the HR function. What will I do? This Level 3 apprenticeship has been designed as an 18-month journey based entirely in the Shared Services function within the HR department. You will complete a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship, including a City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma. We partner with SGS College to deliver learning elements and support apprentices through to completion. Learning is done via weekly day release. You’ll gain experience across areas including: Employee Lifecycle Administration: Support the administration of the employee journey, including new starters, leavers, contractual changes and transfers. Assist with preparing HR documentation and maintaining accurate employee records. HR Support & Customer Service: Help manage the HR shared inbox, respond to employee and manager queries, and provide a professional, helpful and customer-focused service. HR Systems & Data: Develop experience using HR systems such as Workday, maintaining accurate and confidential employee information and supporting HR reporting and compliance activities. Process Improvement: Help maintain HR process guides, identify opportunities to improve ways of working and contribute to HR projects and wider team initiatives. Team Collaboration: Work alongside experienced HR colleagues, developing your understanding of HR policies, processes and employment legislation while supporting the day-to-day delivery of HR services. What will you gain? Hands-on experience across a wide range of HR activities and processes. An understanding of the full employee lifecycle and how HR supports the business. Experience using HR systems, including Workday. The opportunity to develop communication, organisation, problem-solving and customer service skills. Exposure to HR projects, process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives. Support and guidance from experienced HR professionals. The opportunity to develop digital skills and explore how technology can improve HR service delivery. What qualification do I need, and what will I achieve? You will need to provide evidence of a minimum of five GCSEs, including Maths and English. Following the completion of the apprenticeship you will transfer into a role within the HR function, if a role is available, where there will be continued improvement and development of your skills and knowledge. For the right candidates, continued study towards further apprenticeship or other sector-relevant qualification is supported where relevant. Where will I be working? You will be based at New Mills, Wotton-Under-Edge, Gloucestershire. You will need the ability to travel independently to college events and work. You will also have the opportunity to visit our other sites at Miskin in South Wales, Woodchester and Stonehouse. Hybrid working options are available. If you are enthusiastic, curious and ready to build a career in HR, we would welcome your application. What’s the application process? At Renishaw, we want to get to know you – your strengths, passions, and what excites you about starting an apprenticeship. That’s why we don’t ask for a CV or focus on your past experience or specific skills. Our process is simple and designed to discover your potential! Here’s what to expect: Easy Apply – no CV needed! Simply add in your contact details and education history (this is required for the qualification you’ll complete). The sooner you apply the better! Online Assessments*: Complete an interactive task-based online assessment to help us understand your key strengths. Plus, you’ll receive personalized feedback afterward to help you gain a deeper understanding of your own strengths. Telephone Call with the Early Talent Academy-Renishaw team: this is not an interview! Just a chance for us to have a conversation around what made you apply and what makes you a great fit! After the call, you’ll answer a few short questions that we’ll send to you to finalise your application. Assessment Centre: meet the team and get a great feel for why Renishaw is for you! * The assessments are just one part of our process; the final decision is made by line managers and the recruitment team based on your overall performance. We use testing to help structure interviews and guide the assessment centre process, supporting us in making well-rounded recruitment decisions. Equal Opportunities Renishaw are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact the team on [email removed]