Benefit Cosmetics UK
HR Apprentice
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Benefit Cosmetics HR Apprentice
Calling all rule-breakers!
We’re Benefit Cosmetics, the indie beauty brand-turned-prestige powerhouse under Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy. Founded in 1976 by twins Jean & Jane Ford, we’re now in 59 countries with over 3,000 BrowBars and 6,000+ trained service experts. At Benefit, we believe laughter is the best cosmetic—because when we’re laughing and having fun, that’s when we’re at our most beautiful.
We work smart, laugh hard and thrive in a collaborative environment where creativity and teamwork reign. If you’re smart, sassy, scrappy, and know how to laugh, this could be your place.
Join the team as a HR Apprentice
Our Employee Relations team is looking for a dynamic and bright individual on a fixed-term contract (12-18 months), paid at the National Apprenticeship wage of £8.00 per hour.
About the Role
As an HR Apprentice, you’ll support, deliver and report on core HR initiatives, fostering strong employee-stakeholder relationships. Your role will involve driving engagement opportunities, ensuring HR policy compliance, and contributing to annual objectives. You’ll act as the bridge between employees, management, and HR, leaving a positive impact from day one.
Key Responsibilities
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Employee Administration
- Ensure smooth HR operations for store-based employees—from issuing employment contracts and starter packs to handling contractual changes.
- Guarantee all HR paperwork is accurate, compliant and up to date.
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HR System Support
- Update HR records for employees (personal details, employment history).
- Provide daily support for HR system functions, including payroll integration.
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HR Inbox & Query Management
- Respond accurately and promptly to employee inquiries via the HR inbox.
- Categorise emails daily for further internal team action.
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Audit & Compliance Support
- Assist in conducting internal audits.
- Help maintain alignment with employment laws, company policies, and best practices.
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Employee Relations & Tracker Management
- Weekly updates for ER trackers, including maternity leave, sickness absence, and flexible working requests.
- Monitor data accuracy and completeness to inform management decisions.
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Reporting
- Prepare regular HR reports, such as:
- Weekly employee headcount
- Overdue probation reviews
- Employee turnover statistics
- Engagement survey results
- Prepare regular HR reports, such as:
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Leaver Processing
- Manage all administrative tasks during employee departures (file paperwork and HR system updates).
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Meeting Support
- Take accurate notes during Employee Relations meetings (investigations, disciplinaries, grievances).
- Maintain confidentiality and precision in documentation.
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Reference Checks & Compliance
- Verify new starter right to work documentation.
- Conduct reference checks for store-based employees.
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Employee Uniform Management
- Organise and track uniforms, ensuring timely distribution.
Requirements
Skills & Qualities
- Interest in Human Resources and people management.
- Strong analytical skills (data evaluation from sources such as Excel).
- Ability to communicate clearly across diverse teams.
- Creative, open-minded and eager to learn.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Highly organised, with time management skills.
- Collaborative and team-oriented with adaptability to change.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
No prior HR experience is essential—what matters most is your enthusiasm, work ethic, and cultural fit with our fun, fast-paced team. We’re here to nurture and train our people, so bring your talent, personality, and passion for beauty, harmony and raising the bar. Ready to cause some holiday?!
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