Human Resources Placement Student

Hybrid Closing Date: 17th March 2024 The opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious placement student to join our HR team in supporting our Baker McKenzie Belfast Centre! This opportunity is ideal for students who are on track for a 2:1 degree or above which includes at least one HR-related module. As part of this role, the successful candidate will support the HR team with a range of generalist HR administration tasks and projects and gain exposure to the workings of an HR function within a global law Firm. Baker McKenzie is the world's leading law firm with offices all over the world. Our Belfast Centre is home to over 400 teammates in both legal and professional services such as finance, IT, marketing and business support. We offer one of the best workplace benefits packages in the business with comprehensive private health cover, income protection, life assurance and a full employee assistance plan. We are committed to promoting inclusion, diversity and equity for all and are confident we can provide a career as individual and as exceptional as you. New Joiner and Leaver administration Performance Management and Probation Administration Preparation of the monthly Payroll file Benefit administration & query resolution Maintaining HR Records and systems, including reporting Processing of HR related invoices HR Projects Any other duties as required (including an opportunity to gain exposure to specialist areas within our People Team including Learning & Development) Essential Criteria: To be successful in this role you will need: 1 degree or above in any subject which includes at least one HR-related module. (1 based on the grades you achieved in your last completed year of academic study) Be an undergraduate university student expecting/ hoping to undertake a work placement in your third year. Experience of using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Good communication skills (oral and written) Team player with the ability to work autonomously and proactively Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability Excellent attention to detail Organisational skills to manage conflicting priorities in a busy role Personal qualities: These personal qualities represent the shared characteristics of high performers across Baker McKenzie, regardless of job level or location. Willing to learn and show an enthusiasm for human resources and people matters Shows dedication and drive in understanding the various HR processes and projects Dedication: Driven by a strong personal sense of integrity and upholds exemplary quality standards Hardworking and diligent Personal Impact: Creates a positive impression at all times;