WTW
Difference makers
Begin your career with WTW where every step is an opportunity. Join a company with global scale and diverse perspective where you can make a difference.
Whichever early careers program you join, you’ll go into a role with real responsibilities and the opportunity to build up valuable experience. With WTW behind you, you’ll learn and develop the skills to succeed in your chosen role.
The Team
The HR (Human Resources) function is responsible for managing the employee lifecycle which typically covers recruiting new staff, onboarding, training, administering benefits, employee relations issues and helping exit employees. In addition, the HR function create company policies and support with business strategic priorities for example, inclusion and diversity.
Typical roles in the HR function could include HR Administrators, HR Business Partners, Recruiters, Compensation & Benefits Specialists and so much more.
The Role
*** Please note that we do not accept multiple applications and you should only select and apply to one programme per year***
Level 5 HR Consultant Apprenticeship Programme
Closing Date: 23rd June 2023
Location: Reigate
Are you looking to start your career in HR? An apprenticeship is a great way to learn on the job and gain valuable experience!
You’ll get to work alongside a brilliantly supportive and dedicated HR team and spend time on a rotational basis in different parts of HR including HR Services, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Inclusion & Diversity and so much more! We believe the rotational aspect of our programme is the best way for you to learn more about which area you want your career develop in.
You’ll be supported by a mentor and your manager who will help you to develop and grow… unlocking your potential!
Training & Qualifications
This Apprenticeship is a 24-36 month programme where you will be provided on the job training and a highly competitive study support package for the HR Consultant Partner Level 5 qualification. You will be fully supported by WTW and our official government approved Training Provider throughout the duration of the programme.
Sponsored by the HR senior leadership team, our programme also provides access to senior mentors and a “buddy network” to support your wider career development, with ample networking and experience-building opportunities.
This foundational programme is part of WTW’s culture of learning, which supports career development for all our colleagues, from apprentices through to senior leaders.
The Requirements
- 3 A-Levels or equivalent qualifications
- Enthusiasm and passion to learn about HR
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Ability to deal professionally with internal and external contacts, building strong working relationships
- Ability to work within a team to high standards and tight timescales
- Good IT skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Self-discipline, determination and an appreciation of the demands of studying while working
- Initiative and an eagerness to learn with a desire to take on responsibility
The start date for the UK Apprenticeship Programme will be September 2023.
The Application Process
Stage 1: Online application, including CV Stage
2: Online testing Stage
3: Video interview – in partnership with the Bright Network, we have created an academy module on “How to Ace your Video Interview”. Click here to sign up and watch it!
Stage 4: Online assessment centre Stage 5: Offer and on-boarding
WTW is an equal opportunity employer
WTW believes that effectively managing a diverse workforce is vital to our business strategy. We have an obligation to our organisation, ourselves and our clients to hire and develop the best people we can find. We will continually review our policies and practices to ensure that all areas of the employment process (including recruiting, hiring, work assignments, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, company-sponsored development programs and overall workplace experience) are free from discriminatory practices. We are committed to equal employment opportunities at WTW.
Why work at WTW?
WTW offers a variety of benefits to support your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing, as well as help you develop in your career, and balance your life inside and outside of work. Among other things, these include WTW Work Flex, shared parental leave, a range of Learning & Development (L&D) opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package (which includes Private Medical Insurance and Life Insurance).
WTW Work Flex
At WTW, we see things differently. We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we have a variety of different working arrangements which we call “WTW Work Flex”. We encourage colleagues and candidates to make requests for the types of flexible working arrangements that suit them. Visit our career site for more information: https://careers.wtwco.com/wtw-work-flex/
Recruiting tips
WTW specializes in preparing for the unknown. Here’s how to get ready for the big day: https://careers.wtwco.com/hints-and-tips/