Apprentice, HR and Payroll

Location: Weybridge, Surrey

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

WE’RE HIRING AN APPRENTICE!

HUMAN RESOURCES & PAYROLL

Weybridge, Surrey, UK Full Time | Permanent

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Kick-start your HR career with Saputo Dairy UK as an HR & Payroll Apprentice.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across HR services and payroll, build valuable skills and undertake relevant professional qualifications (CIPP/CIPD), learning from specialist teams in a supportive, flexible environment at our Weybridge headquarters.

By joining the company behind the UK’s much-loved dairy brands, Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life and Wensleydale, you’ll experience an inclusive, collaborative business where people are valued and encouraged to grow.

Saputo Dairy UK is part of Saputo Inc., a top ten global dairy company, offering the best of both worlds: the agility and warmth of a dedicated UK business with the support and resources of a global group.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

Building your skills through training, coaching, job shadowing and regular feedback

Providing administrative support for the whole employee lifecycle

Handling personal and business information with care, confidentiality and discretion

Supporting monthly payroll, expenses and third-party payment processes

Keeping employee records up to date on our HR systems

Responding to HR and payroll queries, with support from experienced colleagues when needed

Supporting projects and gaining experience of specialist areas including compensation & benefits, and employee relations

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU…

Want to develop a career in HR and Payroll

Are committed to completing required training to support future progression

Have good numerical, written, and verbal communication skills

Are helpful and able to take a professional approach to customer service

Demonstrate strong attention to detail

Are responsible and able to deal with confidential information, data protection matters and sensitive personal information appropriately

Are able to follow procedures, learn from feedback, ask questions and recognise when support or escalation is needed

Have a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with willingness to build more advanced skills and confidence with data

Desirable but not essential:

Previous experience in an office, administration or customer service environment

Prior exposure to payroll, HR, finance or shared services

An interest in using data to identify trends, answer questions and support evidence-based recommendations

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

Discounted SDUK products (Cathedral City cheese, Frylight oil & Clover spread - to name a few!!)

Generous employer pension contributions

Health Cash Plan - claim money back on essential healthcare (e.g. eye care, acupuncture, sports massage)

Life Assurance

Employee discounts portal - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers

Employee Assistance Programmes for employees and their families

Mental Health First Aiders on site

Cycle to work scheme

Free, onsite parking

Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION AT SAPUTO

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

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In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.

You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.