Apprentice - P&C

Colt provides network, voice and data centre services to thousands of businesses around the world, allowing them to focus on delivering their business goals instead of the underlying infrastructure. 

Apprentice Program Purpose

The HR Apprentice Program is designed to develop early-career talent into capable HR professionals through structured exposure to core HR operations, compliance, systems, and employee lifecycle management.

The program aims to build strong foundations in accuracy, integrity, stakeholder communication, and operational excellence.

Program Objectives

The apprentice will receive structured exposure across:

• Employee Lifecycle Management (Hire-to-Retire)
• Onboarding & Exit Management
• Benefits & Employee Wellbeing
• Employee Data Management & Documentation
• HR Systems (HRIS) & Reporting
• Regulatory & Compliance Support
• Employee Engagement & Communication
• Basic HR Analytics & Metrics

Program Structure

Quarter 1 – Foundation

• Learn HR policies and processes
• Support onboarding and documentation
• Understand HR systems and data management
• Build strong discipline around confidentiality and accuracy

Quarter 2 – Process Ownership

• Coordinate onboarding and benefits processes
• Support payroll inputs and attendance tracking
• Handle basic employee queries
• Strengthen communication and time management skills

Quarter 3 – Systems & Analytics

• Assist in HR reporting and dashboards
• Understand HR metrics (attrition, headcount, etc.)
• Support compliance and audit preparation
• Identify process improvement opportunities

Quarter 4 – Ownership & Initiative

• Lead a small HR initiative or engagement activity
• Manage routine HR processes independently
• Document a standard HR process (SOP)
• Present your learning journey to HR leadership

Governance & Review Mechanism

• Monthly 1:1 feedback discussions
• Quarterly formal performance review
• Defined competency evaluation across:
• Integrity & Confidentiality
• Accuracy & Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Ownership & Initiative
• Analytical Capability
• Professional Conduct

Success Criteria

By the end of the program, you will be able to:

• Independently manage routine HR operations
• Respond confidently to employee queries
• Support compliance and documentation processes
• Prepare basic HR reports
• Demonstrate ownership and professional maturity

Post-Program Outcome

Based on performance and organizational needs,

• High-performing apprentices may be considered for full-time opportunities based on performance and business requirements
• Awarded a completion certification                 

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline (recent graduate).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.

• Eager to learn and build a long-term career in HR

What we offer you:

Looking to make a mark?

At Colt, you’ll make a difference. Because around here, we empower people. We don’t tell you what to do.

Instead, we employ people we trust, who come together across the globe to create intelligent solutions.

Our global teams are full of ambitious, driven people, all working together towards one shared purpose: to put the power of the digital universe in the hands of our customers wherever, whenever and however they want.

We give our people the opportunity to inspire and lead teams, and work on projects that connect people, cities, businesses, and ideas. We want you to help us change the world, for the better.

Diversity and inclusion

• Inclusion and valuing diversity of thought and experience are at the heart of our culture here at Colt. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to be yourself because we believe that’s what helps our people to thrive. We welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, neurodiversity, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or place of birth.

Most recently we have:

• Signed the UN Women Empowerment Principles which guide our Gender Action Plan
• Trained 60 (and growing) Colties to be Mental Health First Aiders
• Please speak with a member of our recruitment team if you require adjustments to our recruitment process to support you. For more information about our Inclusion and Diversity agenda, visit our DEI pages.

Benefits

Our benefits support you through all parts of life, for both physical and mental health.

• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
• Extensive induction program with experienced mentors and buddies.
• Opportunities for further development and educational opportunities.
• Global Family Leave Policy.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Internal inclusion & diversity employee networks.

A global network

• When you join Colt you become part of our global network. We are proud of our colleagues and the stories and experience they bring – take a look at ‘Our People’ site including our Empowered Women in Tech.