Job Description
DescriptionJob title: Human Resources Higher ApprenticeLocation: Samlesbury and WartonSalary: Starting from £23,748 with annual progression through the scheme durationWhat you’ll be doing:You will give specific advice and coaching on the interpretation of people policies and provide support on people related elements of business projectsWorking across a variety of business areas, each placement will offer a unique experience, and you will support that business area to deliver their objectives through their people plan.You will work with stakeholders inside the HR function, other internal stakeholders, and external stakeholders as appropriate.The ability to communicate, influence and negotiate is key whilst adopting evidence-based decision making.You will use data to provide insights into people trends and issues and support colleagues and leaders in creating solutions to deal with them.What qualification will you get?Level 5 People Professional apprenticeship, which aligns with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development for Associate Member status.Benefits:As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.The Air team:The Air sector leads in aerospace innovation, designing advanced aircraft, supporting global customers, and developing cutting-edge technology. With 23,000 employees worldwide, it offers world-class training, career growth, and opportunities to impact the future of Aviation.Please note you must not book any annual leave within the first 3 months of your apprenticeship. Following this, leave will be considered depending on the individual training delivery schedule and must be approved by your line manager.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference.
You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.Export Control/Security:Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions.
These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Click here for more information on national security vetting levels.Qualification requirements5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9-4 / A*-C which must include Maths & EnglishAND72 UCAS points (or equivalent) (excluding UCAS points gained at AS level)Start date:21/09/2026