Human Resources (HR) Apprentice

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in-house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without even realising it!

We are looking for a proactive, approachable apprentice to support the HR function and develop their skills.

Key responsibilities
• Maintain and manage HR Information Systems, ensuring accurate and timely updates for new starters, leavers, personal details, and job information.
• Monitor and record absence-related documentation.
• Prepare and issue employee correspondence as required.
• Compile and input weekly absence KPIs.
• Attend meetings, take accurate minutes, and track follow-up actions.
• Handle incoming and outgoing telephone communications professionally.
• Keep internal communication channels up to date, including notice boards and digital screens.
• File and manage documents.
• Provide support to managers and supervisors.
• Raise and manage purchase orders as needed.
• Assist with agency labour audits and ensure compliance.
• Support the preparation of data and documentation for ethical audits.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of company and ESG events, such as Wellbeing Week, Easter, and Christmas celebrations.
• Administer the company healthcare scheme, ensuring timely updates for new starters, leavers, and address changes, and verifying invoice accuracy.
• Oversee the Cycle to Work scheme, addressing queries and processing applications efficiently.
• Track and log monthly Values Award nominations, collaborate with site management to select winners, and prepare announcements.
• Assist with the coordination and hosting of site visits.

Humdinger has an array of excellent benefits including;
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions).
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts.
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme – buy up to one extra week per year (subject to meeting minimum criteria).
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria).
• Family friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave above the statutory minimum.
• Annual engagement calendar covering an array of activities and educational events promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Participate in supporting your local community with opportunities to spend one day per year volunteering or fundraising and gain company-matched sponsorship.
• Company Wellbeing agenda including annual Wellbeing Week, Menopause Support Group and Mental Health First Aid programme.
• Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts.
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’.
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards.
• Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships).
• Engagement with GroceryAid.