Colgate-Palmolive HR Graduate Trainee 2025

Afterskul; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the consumer goods sector is offering a Graduate Trainee Programme in Human Resources for recent graduates. This structured program will facilitate your development across multiple HR functions, equipping you for various career development opportunities. The role emphasizes collaboration, analytical skills, and attention to detail, ideal for candidates eager to learn and contribute effectively within the HR space.

Qualifications

• BCom Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or Law preferred.
• Prior working experience is advantageous.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Talent Requisition and Onboarding processes.
• Support Career Development, BBBEE, and SOX Audit preparations.
• Coordinate training administration and manage the Learnership Programme.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Collaboration abilities

Education

BCom Degree (Honours preferred)

Bachelor's in Human Resources

Bachelor's in Industrial Psychology

Bachelor's in Law

Job description

Colgate-Palmolive South Africa invites recent graduates to apply for its Graduate Trainee Programme 2025/2026 in Human Resources.

Travel Required: Up to 10%
Relocation Assistance: Not provided
Job Number: #168211
Work Model: On-site

Colgate-Palmolive is a world-leading consumer goods company, operating in over 200 countries. The company is known for trusted brands in oral care, personal care, home care, skin care, and pet nutrition. With a culture rooted in Caring, Inclusivity, and Courage, Colgate provides an ideal environment for growth and innovation.

About the Graduate Programme

This structured HR Graduate Programme is designed to help you grow and develop competencies across multiple HR functions, including:

• Talent Acquisition & Management
• Learning & Development
• Culture & Change Management
• Skills Development and BBBEE Compliance

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the Talent Requisition and Onboarding processes
• Support Career Development, BBBEE, and SOX Audit preparations
• Coordinate training administration and manage the Learnership Programme
• Help maintain accurate and confidential personnel records
• Support Compensation and Benefits administration
• Lead employee engagement and culture initiatives
• Assist in managing graduate programme activities
• Prepare and review HR metrics and reports
• BCom Degree (Honours preferred) in:
  • Human Resources
  • Industrial Psychology
  • Law
• Prior working experience is advantageous
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and numeracy skills
• Project management and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive, eager to learn, and results-driven