HR Social Policy and Industrial Relations Placement (12.5 months)

Airbus; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 hours per week

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working options

Half day Fridays

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited is seeking a student intern to support the Social Policy and Industrial Relations team in UK HR operations. You will gain exposure to employment law, policy drafting, and stakeholder engagement within a transnational company.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates in Law/Business/HR with strong research, writing, and analytical skills, and an interest in Labour relations and compliance. Hybrid working and a 35-hour week are available where role permits.

Qualifications

• Ideally pursuing a Law, Business, or HR-related degree.
• Undergraduate throughout placement duration must be maintained.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing social policy and IR policies.
• Support employment law research and trend benchmarking.
• Draft and review company-wide HR guidance and policies.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and senior management.

Skills

Active listening

Communication

IT proficiency

Proactive attitude

Creative problem solving

Research & benchmarking

Research analysis

Education

Law/Business/HR-related degree

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: 16 August 2027

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 12.5 months

Applications close on 25 October 2026!

We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for, however, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time. We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

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Benefits:

Salary: £24,246

35 hours per week // Flexible working hours // Hybrid working options available depending on the role // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

About us:

The Social Policy and Industrial Relations (SPIR) Team is part of the UK Commercial Aircraft Human Resources function with the primary roles of:

• Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and external social policy;


• Informing Company policy and processes to ensure effective employee engagement and relations;


• Providing advice and solutions on industrial/employee relations topics.

As part of this, engaging with stakeholders across the Company, including the Trade Union, is a key part of our activity within a dynamic environment - no day is the same!

Additionally, the Employment Rights Act makes this an exciting time to join our team, offering you a unique opportunity to help us embed these critical legal changes.

What will you be doing?

• Develop an understanding of Social Policy and Industrial Relations in a transnational company;


• Gain knowledge of the Employment Law and see first hand how it drives business operations day to day;


• Be involved in various projects and topics across the employment law and industrial/employee relations spectrum, giving lots of opportunity and experience in this field of HR;


• Contribute to the research, drafting, and review of company-wide HR policies and guidance, gaining exposure to complex sensitive topics.

Your typical day may consist of:

• Providing support in grievance and disciplinary and other HR procedures;


• Developing and writing social/employment policies, including identifying the impacts on different stakeholders;


• Researching, analysing trends and benchmarking of employment policy and law;


• You will have the opportunity to take ownership of projects;


• You will gain stakeholder management skills working closely with HR Business Partners. Trade Union representatives, and senior management.

Requirements

Our placements are open to Undergraduates only. Therefore it is mandatory for candidates to be an undergraduate for the whole duration of the placement. Please inform your graduation date on your application.

*Your application should include a CV along with a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.*

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Ideally studying towards a Law, Business, or HR-related degree, with an interest in Employment Law and Industrial Relations;


• The ability to listen, understand and communicate information


• Proficiency in basic IT software, such as Google suite and/or Microsoft Office suite;


• Exhibits a positive and proactive attitude to approach challenges and tasks within a team;


• Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems;


• Experience in research and benchmarking to support decision making;


• Demonstrated ability to conduct research, analyse legislative updates, and support decision-making.

Security Clearance: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

Contact

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Internship

Experience Level:

Student

Job Family:

Support to Management

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