HR Advisor Apprentice

Published 06.22.2026

Company : Safran Job field : Human Resources Location : Gloucester , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Apprenticeship Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Employees / Staff

2026-180554

Published 06.22.2026

Job Description

HR Advisor Apprentice

Skills: HR, Employee Relations, HRIS, MS Office, Communication, Compliance, CIPD

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:

Early finish on Fridays

Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review

25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)

Strong Pension scheme and life assurance

Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring

Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers

Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off ing for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Your Role

As an HR Advisor Apprentice, you will support the delivery of a professional and customer-focused HR service while developing your knowledge through a structured apprenticeship programme.

You will work closely with HR colleagues and business stakeholders to provide guidance on HR policies, support employee relations matters, and contribute to key people processes across the employee lifecycle. This role will develop you into a confident and capable HR Advisor within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing first-line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees

Supporting employee relations cases including absence, disciplinary and grievance processes

Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and HR administration activities

Maintaining accurate HR records and ensuring compliance with company policies and employment legislation

Supporting HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business

Completing apprenticeship learning and ing knowledge in a practical setting

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

Essential

Strong interest in developing a career in Human Resources

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to build relationships and work effectively with stakeholders

Strong organisational skills with attention to detail

Proactive attitude and willingness to learn

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Desirable

Previous experience in an administrative or customer-facing role

Basic understanding of HR processes or employment practices

Awareness of HR systems or databases

Interest in or working towards a CIPD level 5 qualification

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Here, we craft excellence together.

If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a company that's crafting the future of flight, today.

Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.

Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.

Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.

Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.

A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

Get involved:

We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Locate your future workplace

Cheltenham Road East GL2 9QH

Gloucester

England United Kingdom