HR Intern, Full Time, Fixed Term

Brownthomasarnottscareers; Limerick; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Contributory Pension

Annual leave entitlement

Team member discount

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning & Development offerings

Flexible working model

Talent programmes

Job summary

Brown Thomas Arnotts is seeking an HR Intern to support the People Team with high-quality HR administration, data management, and project coordination in a fast-paced retail environment. You will be the first point of contact for team member HR queries and gain exposure across recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, and HR systems, while upholding GDPR and data governance standards.

This role offers a strong foundation in HR operations, with opportunities to contribute to employer

Qualifications

• Experience with HR administration and data handling.
• Familiarity with recruitment processes and candidate communication.
• Ability to coordinate onboarding and calendar management.
• Understanding of GDPR principles in HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration of the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, changes, and leaver processes
• Assist with recruitment activities including job postings, candidate communication, interview coordination, and onboarding documentation
• Promote recruitment campaigns through internal platforms and external tools such as LinkedIn, Glassdoor and Indeed
• Support Learning & Development coordination including calendar management, communications, and attendance tracking
• Maintain Core HR systems by updating employee data, unlocking user access, and supporting digital governance processes
• Manage team member swipe card and access setup, including EPOS training authorisations
• Ensure GDPR and internal audit guidelines in all HR data handling and records management
• Assist the HR Information Specialist and HRBPs on ad-hoc projects and system administration
• Maintain a professional and welcoming front-of-house environment in the People Team office
• Contribute to key HR-led initiatives that enhance the employee experience and support the People strategy

Skills

HR administration

Data management

Recruitment support

Onboarding

GDPR compliance

Communication

Job description

GET TO KNOW US

At Brown Thomas Arnotts, we are Reinventing Retail. Our purpose is to enrich our customer’s lives, which we achieve by living our values – Going Above and Beyond, Driving Creativity and Innovation, and Doing the Right Thing. We are one business with two iconic brands, bringing exciting experience to life through our digital and physical destinations. Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time.

KNOW THE ROLE

As a HR Intern, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the People Team through high-quality HR administration, data management, and project coordination. You will be the first point of contact for team member HR queries, while gaining broad exposure across recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, and HR systems. This role will provide a strong foundation in HR operations within a fast-paced, values-driven retail environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support the administration of the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, changes, and leaver processes
• Assist with recruitment activities including job postings, candidate communication, interview coordination, and onboarding documentation
• Promote recruitment campaigns through internal platforms and external tools such as LinkedIn, Glassdoor and Indeed
• Support Learning & Development coordination including calendar management, communications, and attendance tracking
• Maintain Core HR systems by updating employee data, unlocking user access, and supporting digital governance processes
• Manage team member swipe card and access setup, including EPOS training authorisations
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and internal audit guidelines in all HR data handling and records management
• Assist the HR Information Specialist and HRBPs on ad-hoc projects and system administration
• Maintain a professional and welcoming front-of-house environment in the People Team office
• Contribute to key HR-led initiatives that enhance the employee experience and support the People strategy

KNOW WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Builds effective relationships across the People Team and wider business, promoting teamwork and a positive HR experience
• Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and responsiveness in handling team member enquiries and tasks
• Manages multiple responsibilities efficiently with a high attention to detail and follow-through
• Comfortable in a dynamic environment with changing priorities; shows initiative and flexibility
• Strong written and verbal skills, able to engage clearly and respectfully with stakeholders
• Confident in working with systems and data, applying accuracy and analytical thinking to HR processes
• Supports employer branding and resourcing efforts by promoting roles and engagement initiatives through social media and digital tools, aligned with our inclusive and innovative culture
• Eager to learn, contribute ideas, and grow within the HR profession, demonstrating curiosity and enthusiasm for people development and innovation
• Demonstrates confidentiality, fairness, and respect for others in all HR practices

KNOW WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to curate a meaningful career that enhances professional and personal development. That is why we foster a culture of belonging and inclusiveness where your voice is valuable. A great customer experience starts with a great people experience, and we’re proud to have been recognised by multiple industry bodies for our progressive workplace culture.

As a Brown Thomas Arnotts team member, you will benefit from:

• Competitive Salary
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Competitive annual leave entitlement
• Team Member discount across the world’s most iconic brands
• Recognition Days for Volunteering & Wellbeing
• Wellbeing Initiatives
• Extensive Learning & Development Offerings
• Leading Talent Programmes
• Flexible Working Model
• Additional Benefits

KNOW HOW WE WORK

Experience is our business:Our customer engagement sets the bar in service and experiential retail, giving our customers something to love every time.

We Are More Than Shops:We create enjoyable places, to excite, where people socialise, discover, learn and are inspired, and where local communities are enriched.

We are Curators:Our unique range of product and services are key to the sense of excitement that Brown Thomas Arnotts is renowned for, whether for a special day or every day, thoughts thatmake our customer’s lives better.

We Care for Our People:We believe a great customer experience starts with a great people experience. That is why we promote a culture where talent is nurtured and where creativity and learning are valued.

We Succeed by Working Sustainably:We are community-focused and our aim is to cultivate retail environments that are conscious, considerate and commercial.

Brown Thomas Arnotts is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where culture and creativity come together. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all team members – their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. We don’t discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, and / or membership of the Travelling community.