HR Assistant (Apprentice)

Company: Confidential
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Location: London
Job Description:

Job Title: HR Assistant (Apprentice)

Location: London

Role: 24-month contract

Working Arrangement: Office Based

Salary: Flexible

The firm

Our client is a prestigious US-headquartered international law firm with a prominent and growing presence in London. The firm is renowned for advising many of the world’s leading businesses, financial institutions and investors on complex, high-profile matters, and offers a fast-paced, collaborative and high-performing working environment.

The role

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to begin and develop their career in Human Resources within a leading global law firm.

  • Supporting employee onboarding and offboarding, including new joiner paperwork, inductions and exit administration.
  • Coordinating background checks and right-to-work verification and maintaining accurate employee records.
  • Monitoring the HR inbox, responding to routine employee queries and escalating more complex matters where appropriate.
  • Maintaining HR systems, including ADP, and assisting with data quality checks, headcount tracking and reporting.
  • Supporting the administration of employee benefits, including pension, private medical insurance, life assurance and season ticket loans.
  • Assisting with recruitment administration, including interview scheduling, candidate communications and maintaining candidate records.

What do you need?

In order to be successful in this role you will need:

  • A genuine interest in developing a career in Human Resources.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional and proactive approach.
  • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
  • Good IT skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
  • At least five GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, alongside A-Levels or equivalent.

What do you get in return?

In return, you will receive a great opportunity to start a career within HR at a highly regarded international law firm. You will also complete a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship. The firm offers highly competitive benefits including free breakfast and lunch.

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Posted: October 4th, 2026