Graduate HR Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate HR Assistant to join their dynamic HR team. This one-year program offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and expertise across various HR functions, including compensation & benefits, payroll, and HR projects. You will work closely with local and international HR teams, gaining valuable experience in supporting core HR processes and contributing to exciting initiatives such as Diversity & Inclusion and digital learning. This role is perfect for recent graduates eager to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours

Diverse national and international growth opportunities

Globally wellbeing standards with health programs

Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks

Employee Share Plan with matching shares

Performance bonus / incentives

Competitive Pension & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Recent graduates with a degree in Business or HR Management.
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with HRIS systems are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support core HR processes and administration for UK & Ireland.
• Collaborate on projects related to Diversity & Inclusion and Learning & Development.

Skills

Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

SAP or other HRIS systems

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Master's degree in Human Resources Management

Job description

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We in HR take care of our employees. Our people are our backbone, ensuring Henkel’s long-term growth and viability. We aim to further shape an equal and inclusive work environment where everyone feels appreciated and respected.

An excellent opportunity has arisen to take an active role in the HR Team in our day-to-day activities combining administration and general support alongside interesting project work. This one-year programme is designed to develop knowledge, skills and expertise across a wide range of HR functions – compensation & benefits; payroll; HR business partnering, DE&I and HR Projects.

Your Role

• Join the great team of Henkel’s Human Resources function with the exciting job opportunity as Graduate HR Assistant.
• You will work with local and international HR teams to support core HR processes and administration.
• You will understand and support the monthly and weekly compensation and benefits processes for UK & Ireland including requests from employees, business teams and Third Parties.
• Supporting data requests and updating and promoting our digital HR Hub.
• You will collaborate with the HR Business Partners on projects covering topics such as:
• Diversity & Inclusion,
• Learning & Development,
• Increase digital learning and learning about HR Digital strategy.
• You will provide support for our HR Business Partners with the opportunity to understand further about their roles and responsibilities.

Your Skills

• You should graduate (before September 2025 and no more than two years prior) with a Bachelor, Masters (or equivalent) degree in Business, Human Resources Management or related field.
• Strong IT skills; good working knowledge of MS Office tools especially Excel.
• SAP or other HRIS systems knowledge is an advantage.
• Exceptional attention to detail, excellent organisation and administration skills.
• Comfortable with data analysis.
• Good analytical skills and time management.
• Team player with clear communication skills.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies.
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities.
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs.
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks.
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
• Performance bonus / incentives.
• Competitive Pension & Life Assurance - Company contributes up to 10% of basic salary.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.