Higher Level Apprentice in BSc (Hons) Human Resource Management in Derry, Londonderry

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 datasphere.

As an industry leader, Seagate provides unique career opportunities to be part of today’s major technology shifts. 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.

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.

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.

You will have opportunities to work within:

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

Throughout the programme, you will:

• 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

Earn While You Learn: £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. You will demonstrate:

• 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 and business operations
• A desire to develop a long-term career within a global technology organisation

Essential requirements:

• Be aged 18 or over by 1 September 2026
• Meet the entry requirements for the Ulster University programme
• Have GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Have GCSE English Language at Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Achieve A-Level grades of BCC
• Provide predicted grades with your application if you do not have your actual grades.

This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week (Monday to Friday), 4 days on-site working, 1 day at Ulster University in Belfast. During some of the years course study, the time on-site at the University in Belfast may be 2-3 days per week, but usually it is just 1 day per week.

At Seagate we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. Seagate Technology is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of sex, marital status, religious affiliation, age, disability or ethnic origin.

Location: Derry, Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Our Springtown site in Derry/Londonderry is one of the largest manufacturers in the area, and we’re proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work.

Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at our subsidized on-site cafe. Looking for an active break from your workday? We’ve got you covered. Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym.

Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate!

See list below of many of our company benefits:

• Health – Private healthcare, for employees and dependents, Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare service, Employee assistance programmes, Group income protection and On-site gym/ exercise classes / personal trainer.
• Work Life Balance – Annual leave, Part-time working, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave.
• Finance – Pension – employer contributory scheme, Life assurance, Employee stock purchase plan, Competitive base pay, Company bonus scheme, Reward and recognition, Perks at work discount programmes, Pay for civil / jury duty.
• Career – Degree / non-degree assistance, Externally accredited training and development opportunities, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.