HR Higher Apprenticeship 2026, People Function - Midlands (Warwick)

HR Higher Apprenticeship 2026, People Function - Midlands (Warwick)

About the role

Our Human Resources Apprenticeship Scheme offers an alternative route to university and provides you with the opportunity to earn a competitive salary whilst gaining on the job experience & knowledge across different teams and studying to achieve your professional Level 5 CIPD qualification.

Our People function enables the business to deliver on its strategic priorities through ensuring we have the right people, in the right place at the right time with the correct capabilities required to add value and drive action. We set the group strategy on talent, recruitment, performance management, employee relations, DEI, reward, culture, colleague communication and engagement as well as partnering directly with the business to ensure they are set up for success. On the program you will gain exposure to different parts of our business and be an integral part of the team from the start. The People function plays an important role across several different areas, and you’ll be actively involved in the following:

• Understanding the HR systems, policies and processes and supporting the delivery of cyclical BAU activities
• Support the delivery of key HR processes
• Analyse engagement results and help the business in develop action plans to further drive engagement across teams
• Work with different centres of excellence and business stakeholders to develop toolkits
• Provide internal and external insights to help facilitate thought leadership
• Support on key people projects and activities
• Reporting on people data and driving insights
• Provide services to the core business in the delivery of generalist and specialist HR services
• Playing an integral part in business decision making

Location

These roles are based in Warwick. We offer flexible, hybrid working.

About you

• GCSEs in Maths & English Language at grade 4 or higher
• 2 A-Levels at Grade C or higher, or equivalent, at a minimum

What you'll get

We are proud to offer a starting salary of £26,623.

As a first step to your career in the energy industry, our Higher Apprenticeship programmes are like no other! You’ll gain an insight into how we work at National Grid, understand what a career with us can offer, and receive some great rewards and benefits:

• 26 days annual leave + statutory holidays
• Level 5 CIPD qualification over 2 year Apprenticeship
• Pension scheme and Sharesave options
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work, buy/sell holiday to name a few
• Opportunity to enroll in our sharesave/share incentive plans
• You’ll develop well-rounded skills through practical experience
• A permanent position upon successful completion of your Apprenticeship

Our Values and Principles

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any adjustments that you require.

Further Information

• You can only apply for one Apprenticeship opportunity during this recruitment cycle.
• We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies once we have enough applications/based on volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as early as possible to ensure you obtain the place you want in the application process.
• Assessment centres will be held between January - April 2026.
• National Grid's Apprenticeship programme in the UK is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.
• Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin
• Please be aware that it’s your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as we're not able to provide advice on this.

At National Grid, it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger, so we pride ourselves on placing diversity, equity and inclusion at the heart of who we are and what we do and are committed to building a workforce of the future which represents the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office where and when needed. All our offers are based on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, the innovation from creating diverse teams and perspectives, as well as business need.

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the unique differences people bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation that comes with having diverse teams and business need.

We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and provide a working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.