HR Support Apprentice

HR Support Apprentice Kick-start your HR career as an HR Support Apprentice with The Mission Group. Learn hands-on, study Level 3, hybrid Bristol/London, and grow with a supportive People Team. HR SUPPORT APPRENTICE – PEOPLE TEAM Location: Bristol or London (hybrid working available) Salary: £25,000 Start Date: Immediate, with apprenticeship programme commencing in October 2026 Employment Type: 18-month fixed term WHO ARE WE? The MISSION Group Plc is The Brand Performance Group , delivering measurable, results-driven campaigns as the preferred creative partner for real business growth. We offer top-tier agencies, strategic specialisms and global reach delivering outstanding performance for brands. We call it Work That Counts™ www.themission.co.uk THE PEOPLE TEAM The People Team are based across several locations in the UK working both onsite with Agencies and remotely. We are a professional, close-knit team, comprising of 12+ specialists in Strategic HR, Recruitment, Learning & Development, People Services, Reward & Benefits and People Analytics. THE ROLE Are you organised, curious, and ready to learn? We're looking for a HR Support Apprentice to join our friendly People Team and gain hands-on experience while studying towards a nationally recognised Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in HR and business administration, working alongside experienced People professionals who will support your development every step of the way. You’ll be given the opportunity to work with all parts of our People Team, which includes, Operations, Business Partnering, Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development. Responsibilities: You'll support the People Team with a variety of tasks, including: Providing administrative support across the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding. Preparing employment documents, letters and contracts. Maintaining accurate employee records within our HR system. Supporting recruitment by arranging interviews and communicating with candidates. Helping organise inductions, training sessions and employee events. Responding to employee queries and directing them to the right person. Assisting with HR projects and initiatives. Ensuring all information is handled confidentially and accurately. WHAT DO I NEED? We're more interested in your attitude than your experience. You'll be someone who is: Enthusiastic and eager to learn. Organised with great attention to detail. Ambitious, always curious and happy to get stuck in. A confident communicator, both written and verbal. Comfortable using Microsoft Office or willing to learn. Able to manage your time and prioritise tasks. Friendly, approachable and enjoys working as part of a team. Interested in building a career in HR, People or Business Administration. AND IN RETURN… You'll be part of a supportive team culture that values collaboration and gives you the autonomy to succeed, with access to as much support as you need, whenever you need it. The role offers a dynamic working environment, allowing you to engage with a diverse range of people and teams across different locations. Based in London or Bristol, the position comes with the flexibility to work from home or remotely two days a week, though occasional travel to other sites will be required. Earn While You Learn - Complete a fully funded Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship, starting in October 2026, while gaining valuable workplace experience. Hands-On Experience – Build practical HR knowledge through real, on-the-job experience as part of our busy and supportive People Team. Expert Support – Receive dedicated mentoring from experienced HR professionals alongside guidance from your apprenticeship provider throughout your programme. Collaborate & Belong – Join an inclusive, supportive workplace where you'll work with experienced colleagues and make a real contribution from day one. Learn & Grow – Develop sought-after HR skills with structured training, practical experience and clear opportunities to progress your career beyond your apprenticeship. Generous Holiday Allowance – 25 days of annual leave (plus Bank Holidays). Future-Proof Pension – Enjoy peace of mind with our company pension scheme, boosted by enhanced employer contributions after your first year. Health & Wellbeing Support – Access our Medical Cash Plan with contributions towards dental, optical, physio and more, plus an employee assistance programme. Exclusive Discounts – Unlock a huge range of savings on shopping, gyms, travel and more with our Employee Discount Platform. Work Hard, Play Hard – Enjoy regular staff socials and team events. Festive Bonus Time – Company-wide Christmas closure (just 4 days taken from annual leave). We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience makes us stronger. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, neurodiversity, or socioeconomic background, feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed (Level 1) Employer. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to: ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, communicate and promote vacancies, and offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We’re working to ensure equity is at the heart of everything we do, from recruitment and progression to how we support and celebrate our people every day. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, we will do everything we can to support you. #LI-Hybrid Department Mission People Role Apprentice Locations Clifton, Bristol, Tottenham Court Road, London Remote status Hybrid About The MISSION Group MISSION is a collective of world-class digital marketing and communications agencies, founded in 2006. With more than 900 specialists across 27 locations and three continents, we bring together diverse expertise to deliver Work That Counts™ for global brands. Our agencies span integrated creative, digital, B2B, sports, lifestyle and property marketing. This breadth enables us to solve complex challenges and create impactful work that drives real business growth. At MISSION , collaboration, creativity and purpose sit at the heart of everything we do.