HRIS Trainee

Radisson Hotel & Spa Athlone; Móstoles; On-site; EUR 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Radisson Hotel Group is seeking an HRIS trainee for a 6-month internship to support HR processes and data management across the People & Technology teams. This role offers exposure to HR systems, APIs, XML, and integration projects, with opportunities to develop technical skills in a global hospitality environment.

The ideal candidate is curious about technology, fluent in English, and currently enrolled in a school program in Spain.

Qualifications

• Being enrolled in a school program to be eligible for the internship.
• Being fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Have a good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including data analysis, formulas, data manipulation, and reporting.
• Basic knowledge of programming concepts, APIs, data structures, or data transformation, with an interest in developing technical skills.
• Knowledge of XML is a plus; exposure to XSLT and SOAP Web Services is desirable.
• Experience with or basic knowledge of tools such as Jira, Postman, SOAP UI, or similar tools is a plus.
• An interest in HR systems, digital transformation, and the use of technology to improve HR processes.
• Nothing else than being your truly self and supermotivated to start an existing journey for at least six months.
• Being eligible to work in Spain, that can be any EU citizen or a non-EU citizen enrolled in a school program in Spain.

Responsibilities

• Support the People Technology global team.
• Assist in the development and support of the People Technology strategy for the organization.
• Foster trust and build relationships with key stakeholders. Engage with leadership to support innovative ideas and business priorities.
• Support the HR Process & Technology teams; take on assigned tasks, seek guidance on complex issues, and contribute to team efforts.
• Collaborate on projects involving the People & technology team, developing project management skills by gathering requirements and tracking fulfilment.
• Understand business needs and assist the team in finding solutions that enhance the employee experience and meet business objectives.
• Work with the team to identify areas for improvement and ensure effective use and management of data.
• Collaborate with IT and external partners to support rollout of functionalities and ensure systems align with business needs.
• Learn about the HR Operating model to support future Systems enhancements and People Operations teams.
• Provide support to the Integrations team by helping review XML files, understand XSLT transformations, and analyse SOAP Web Services requests and responses.
• Contribute to managing a feature list and product roadmap.
• Help maintain integration specifications, field mappings, troubleshooting guides, and records of incidents and resolutions.
• Gain exposure to APIs, data structures, XML, and XSLT to support data exchange, transformation, and integration between HR systems and other applications.

Skills

English fluency

Excel data analysis

Programming basics

APIs/XML/XSLT basics

Jira/Postman/SOAP UI knowledge

HR systems interest

Team collaboration

Education

Currently enrolled in school program

Tools

Jira

Postman

SOAP UI

XML/XSLT concepts

Job description

Company Description

Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with ten distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,660 hotels in operation and under development in 100+ countries. The Group’s overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos. People are at the core of our business success and future. Our people are true Moment Makers and together we bring the culture, spirit, environment and opportunities that empower you to be your best, every day, everywhere, every time. Together, we make Every Moment Matter.

Job Description

The HRIS trainee will support the HR team, with a particular focus on HR processes, and data management, while also providing occasional support to the Integrations team.

This role involves contributing to projects, following direction, providing daily support, offering the opportunity to work at the intersection of HR and technology, and aiding in the evaluation of systems to support the Human Resources department’s short and long-term goals.

The trainee will collaborate with various levels of the People & Culture Human Resources organization globally and gain exposure to key leaders.

Responsibilities include helping to identify system gaps, contributing to the development of system roadmaps, and supporting system efficiencies and the HR Team.

The trainee will also assist in the projects in which the People & Technology Team is involved, participate in the evaluation of potential upgrades or new software solutions, and learn about the process of selecting effective and efficient vendors.

The ideal candidate is curious about technology, enjoys working with data, and is motivated to develop technical skills while understanding how technology can improve HR operations and the employee experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Support the People Technology global team.
• Assist in the development and support of the People Technology strategy for the organization.
• Foster trust and build relationships with key stakeholders. Engage with leadership to support innovative ideas and business priorities.
• Support the HR Process & Technology teams; take on assigned tasks, seek guidance on complex issues, and contribute to team efforts.
• Collaborate in several projects in which the People & technology team is involved, offering management and collaboration on various technology-related human resources projects, having the opportunity to develop project management skills by gathering requirements from different stakeholders, tracking their fulfilment, requesting feedback, and participating in change management activities.
• Understand the business needs and assist the team in finding solutions that enhance the employee experience and meet business objectives.
• Work with the team to identify areas for improvement and ensure effective use and management of data.
• Collaborate with IT and external partners to support the rollout of functionalities and ensure systems align with business needs.
• Learn about the HR Operating model to support future Systems enhancements and People Operations teams.
• Provide support to the Integrations team by helping review XML files, understand XSLT transformations, and analyse SOAP Web Services requests and responses to assist in investigating integration issues and data discrepancies.
• Contribute to managing a feature list and product roadmap.
• Help maintain integration specifications, field mappings, troubleshooting guides, technical procedures, and records of incidents and resolutions.
• Gain exposure to APIs, data structures, XML, and XSLT to support data exchange, transformation, and integration between HR systems and other applications.

Duration: 6 months

Qualifications

• Being enrolled in a school program to be eligible for the internship.
• Being fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Have a good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including data analysis, formulas, data manipulation, and reporting. Experience with pivot tables, lookups, and data visualization is highly valued.
• Basic knowledge of programming concepts, APIs, data structures, or data transformation, with an interest in developing technical skills. Knowledge of XML is a plus; exposure to XSLT and SOAP Web Services is desirable.
• Experience with or basic knowledge of tools such as Jira, Postman, SOAP UI, or similar tools is a plus.
• An interest in HR systems, digital transformation, and the use of technology to improve HR processes.
• Nothing else than being your truly self and supermotivated to start an existing journey for at least six months.
• Being eligible to work in Spain, that can be any EU citizen or a non-EU citizen enrolled in a school program in Spain.

If you are curious about technology, passionate about data, and excited to discover how digital solutions can transform HR, we would love to hear from you!

Additional Information

Why Join Radisson Hotel Group?

• Live the Magic of Hospitality - Be part of a team that creates exceptional experiences and memorable moments every day. Let your Yes I Can! spirit shine as you bring hospitality to life.
• Build a Great Career - No matter your background or experience, we invest in your growth, learning, and career development—helping you reach your full potential.
• Experience the Team Spirit - Join a workplace that’s inclusive, fun, and meaningful. We celebrate diversity, support one another and foster a sense of belonging through our Employee Resource Groups and inclusion initiatives.
• Lead with Your Ambition - Your ideas, passion and drive matter! We empower you to make a difference—in hospitality, your community and beyond.
• Enjoy Global & Local Perks - No matter where you’re located, you’ll enjoy exclusive global benefits - like special hotel rates for you and your loved ones at our hotels worldwide. Plus, you’ll have access to local perks and rewards tailored to your country, making your experience even more rewarding!
• Enjoy benefits such as - up to 53% off your stay as a Team Member at over 1,500 Radisson Hotels worldwide
• Guaranteed minimum of 30% off for your Friends & Family
• Exclusive Discounts on Breakfast, Food & Beverage, Spa and more

Join us in shaping the future of hospitality! If you’re ready to bring your talent, energy, and passion, we’d love to hear from you.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. If you need any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.

The description of functions is merely indicative and not exhaustive. Accordingly, the employee shall perform any other duties inherent to the labour position and their professional group, in accordance with the company's directives.