Higher Level Apprentice in BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management

About Our Group

Seagate products help more people store, share, and protect their valuable digital content. With 97% of the world’s information being stored on hard drives, the rapid growth of digital data makes Seagate more important every day.

Seagate products help more people store, share, and protect their valuable digital content. With 97% of the world’s information being stored on hard drives, the rapid growth of digital data makes Seagate more important every day.

Seagate is where the future is read and written, with continuous innovation proving that a hard drive is not “just” a hard drive". Find out how we are shaping a new era of storage as we craft the data sphere.

As an industry leader, Seagate provides unique career opportunities to be part of today’s major technology shifts. They can be found around the globe and on our website.

The Seagate Derry / Londonderry Manufacturing site has been open for 30 years this year. We have over 1700 people working in our facility, which is among the most advanced in the world, in the design, development, and volume manufacturing of recording heads. These recording heads write information onto and read information from the recording disc, within the data storage device.

Are you ready to earn a salary, gain real-world experience, and achieve a university degree without paying tuition fees?

At Seagate, we're looking for an ambitious and motivated individual to join our Human Resources team as a Higher-Level Apprentice. This four-year programme combines practical workplace experience with academic study, giving you the opportunity to develop a professional career in HR while completing a BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management through Ulster University.

From day one, you'll become part of a global technology leader, working alongside experienced HR professionals who will support, coach, and mentor you throughout your apprenticeship.

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, this challenging 4-year programme gives the opportunity to work at the forefront of technology, and you will be required to train with and support the existing Human Resources teams on a wide variety of technical skills. The Apprentice in Human Resources will be supported and mentored, gaining training in and exposure of the tasks and responsibilities detailed, reflective of a Human Resources professional.

Course Link to what modules are covered:
Human Resource Management BSc (Hons) at Ulster University 2026/27 entry
- Full-time Undergraduate Study in Belfast

Successful candidates will be employed by Seagate to gain valuable experience in our thriving global manufacturing business while studying for a BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management degree qualification with no fees or costs associated with higher education. Throughout the four years you’ll develop invaluable skills in all elements of human resources, supported by close mentorship and academic guidance from Ulster University.

• Employee Relations
• HR Central Team
• Talent Acquisition (Recruitment)
• Learning & Development
• Total Rewards and Benefits

• Build practical HR knowledge and professional skills
• Support HR projects and day-to-day business activities
• Develop strong communication and organisational capabilities
• Learn how HR contributes to business success
• Work alongside experienced HR professionals in a global organisation
• Study one day per week at Ulster University in Belfast while earning a salary
• Gain valuable workplace experience that complements your academic learning

• £13.85 per hour
• Annual salary of £28,087.80
• No university tuition fees to pay
• Paid work experience from the start of the programme

We're looking for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys working with people, and is interested in building a career in Human Resources.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• A positive and professional attitude
• Self-motivation and enthusiasm to learn
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• An interest in Human Resources…