Currock Engineering Company Limited
Human Resources Intern
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Position Overview
Currock Engineering is looking for an organised and enthusiastic HR Intern to support our department digitalisation and through a busy period. This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering a career in Human Resources to gain practical workplace experience within a busy manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will primarily support the HR Manager and Financial Controller with a project to digitise employee personnel records, helping us transition from paper files to secure electronic records. Alongside this project, there will be opportunities to assist with a range of day-to-day HR administrative activities and gain an understanding of how a busy HR function operates.
Subject to business needs and confidentiality requirements, there may also be opportunities to observe wider HR activities to support your learning and development.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the HR Manager and Financial Controller with the digitisation of employee personnel files and other business records.
- Scan, upload and accurately reference documents within electronic personnel records using agreed file naming conventions.
- Organise and maintain digital files in a consistent, logical structure to ensure documents can be located quickly and easily.
- Identify and report any missing, incomplete or illegible documentation to the HR Manager or Financial Controller.
- Prepare physical documents for confidential shredding in accordance with Company procedures and only after appropriate authorisation has been obtained.
- Handle all employee records and confidential information securely, maintaining confidentiality.
HR Administration
- Assist with recruitment administration, including arranging interviews, liaising with candidates and following up with managers for feedback.
- Produce routine HR correspondence using approved templates, such as probation confirmations, job changes, employment contracts.
- Assist in the creation and updating of policies and procedures.
- Update HR systems, spreadsheets and trackers.
- Monitor probation review dates and training records.
- Assist with filing and document management.
- Provide general administrative support across a range of HR activities.
- Carry out other reasonable administrative duties appropriate to the role as requested by the HR Manager.
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About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent attention to detail.
- Is highly organised and able to manage their workload effectively.
- Understands the importance of handling confidential information appropriately.
- Has good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Has strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Enjoys organising information and improving processes.
- Is keen to learn and develop within a professional HR environment.
This opportunity would suit someone who is studying towards, or has recently completed, a qualification in:
- Human Resources
- Business Management
- Business Administration
- Psychology
- Law
- Or another related discipline.
Previous office or administrative experience would be beneficial but is not essential.
What You'll Gain
This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience within an in-house HR team, including:
- HR administration
- Recruitment administration
- HR systems and record management
- Document management
- Exposure to a variety of HR projects and activities, subject to business needs and confidentiality requirements
You will work closely with the HR Manager, receiving guidance and support while developing valuable administrative, organisational and professional skills that are transferable to a future career in Human Resources or Business Administration.
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Confidentiality
Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will have access to confidential personal information. Maintaining confidentiality and complying with the Company's Data Protection, Information Security and Confidentiality policies is an essential requirement of the position.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
- Comply with the Company's Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
- Take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your actions.
- Follow site rules and emergency procedures at all times.
- Actively participate in Health & Safety reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
Working Pattern
Full Time (38 hours p/w) with flexible start/finish times
What we can offer you
- A paid internship for up to 3-months with the opportunity to gain valuable HR and Finance experience, plus a reference upon successful completion.
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata).
- Flexible start and finish times, with an early finish at lunchtime on Fridays.
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact careers@currock.com and we will be happy to support you.
Please apply with a copy of your CV to careers@currock.com
Please note we do not accept CV's from recruitment agencies.
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