Location
Southampton, Head Office

Hours
Full Time, Monday to Friday with hybrid working; you will be required to work from the head office three days a week.

Salary
Up to £28,000 per annum plus pension, BUPA, ShareSave Scheme, and 6.6 weeks holiday

About the Role
Join B&Q’s HR Pathway Programme, a permanent opportunity including an approximately 36-month Apprenticeship Scheme designed to provide a dynamic and comprehensive experience in Human Resources. Working from our Southampton Store Support Office, you will support our stores, people, and business to help millions of customers create homes they love.

This programme offers structured on-the-job apprenticeship experience, comprehensive training, and support, culminating in industry-recognised qualifications at Level 3 and Level 5, including CIPD Level 5. You will gain broad exposure through rotational roles across key HR disciplines such as Talent Acquisition, People Operations, Business Partnering, Learning & Leadership, and Employment Relations.

Throughout the programme, you will develop essential skills including communication, prioritisation, presentation, and stakeholder partnering, while gaining a deep understanding of B&Q’s business. Upon completion, you will continue in an HR role with encouragement to apply for higher-grade positions, supporting our leadership succession pipeline.

We are looking for ambitious individuals ready to help improve ways of working, simplify processes, and contribute to an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong.

Experience
No prior HR experience is required; this programme is designed for those committed to learning and development on the job.

About you
- Ambitious about building a long-term HR leadership career, aiming for WL2 roles and beyond
- Takes ownership of personal development and committed to continuous learning
- Exemplifies B&Q behaviours with sound judgement and influence
- Confident, curious, and willing to challenge norms
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Able to deliver quality work under pressure
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative team player who builds effective stakeholder relationships

Qualifications
You will work towards professional HR qualifications as part of the apprenticeship, including Level 3 and Level 5 certifications, with CIPD Level 5 included.