The Laurus Trust is thrilled to announce that Yvonne Drennan, a dedicated member of our Payroll Team, has been awarded the title of “Apprentice of the Year” at the recent Apprenticeship Awards, hosted by Macclesfield College.
Yvonne’s journey with the Trust has been nothing short of inspiring. From the moment she joined the Payroll Team, she has demonstrated an exceptional level of curiosity and a strong desire to understand and improve processes. Her inquisitive nature has not only benefited the immediate team but has also developed collaboration and learning across HR, Recruitment, and Finance departments.
Laurus Trust Payroll Manager, Emma Buchanan, highlighted her remarkable contributions during the award presentation and said:
“Yvonne has been a real asset to our team from the get-go. She is inquisitive and has a desire to understand processes. Her questions have enabled us to explain and review our processes, not just within our team but with our wider HR, Recruitment, and Finance teams too. As she progressed through her apprenticeship, she spoke of what she was learning each week. This became a learning/teaching environment for us all within the team, it encouraged discourse, aided understanding, and challenged us to ensure, as a team, we all understood the why for our processes and ensured we were all up to date with the latest legislative requirements. She is a hard worker, a credit to herself and us, very professional in all she does. We wholeheartedly recommend her for the Payroll Apprentice of the Year award.”
National Apprenticeship Week
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, The Laurus Trust are proud to highlight Yvonne’s achievements. This week is dedicated to recognising the value apprentices bring to businesses and the economy. Yvonne’s success story is a testament to the positive impact apprenticeships can have, providing individuals with the skills and experience needed to excel in their careers while contributing significantly to their organisations.
Yvonne’s dedication and professionalism have made a significant impact to the Trust. Her commitment to continuous learning and improvement has created a positive and dynamic work environment for all within her team. The Trust are incredibly proud of her achievements and look forward to seeing her continue to excel in her career.
The Laurus Trust would also like to extend its gratitude to Macclesfield College for recognising Yvonne’s hard work and contributions.