HR Intern

**BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.**

**To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey**

**BAT SOUTH AFRICA** **IS LOOKING FOR AN HR INTERN - OPERATIONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN HEIDELBERG**

**SENIORITY LEVEL**:Internship

**FUNCTION**: HR

**SALARY RANGE**:competitive salary package + excellent benefits

**GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE**: South Africa

**REPORTS TO**: HR Business Partner: Operations

**LOCATION**:Heidelberg, South Africa

**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**

To support the HR Operations with HR Administrative services and serve to ensure an alignment between HR Strategy and the business unit and the delivery of appropriate people support functions.

**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- The role will act as the link between the HRBP & the allocated functions, ensuring a high level of service excellence and support.
- Engage with and advise Line Managers regarding HR related practices, policies and procedures and enhancing the established business relationship.
- Coordinate and co-facilitate career development and succession planning processes for the allocated functions by:

- Preparing for and supporting the functional Talent Sop/TRM’s.
- Taking follow up actions as a result of Talent Sop
- Compiling resourcing needs based on Talent Sop
- Providing input to the consolidated functional Talent Sop
- Tracking action plans based on outcomes of Talent Sop
- Support the HRBP in facilitating the Performance Management processes (performance planning, monitoring and review) for allocated functions to enhance the performance culture.
- Support the HRBP in communicating, assisting and consulting with Line Managers regarding IR issues to ensure fair labour practices and positive morale.
- Coordinate and co-facilitate the management of the employee life cycle ensuring compliance with BAT policies and procedures.
- In consultation with Senior HRBP’s, assists in the development and implementation of strategies to embed HR common platforms and best practices that will ensure self-sufficiency in the local context.
- Participates fully as project member on identified HR projects for the Area.
- Org chart management and HC tracking
- Support the business’ Diversity and Inclusion pillar
- Provides administrative support to the HR Business partner on Employment Equity and BBBEE
- Provides administrative support to the HR Business partner on OD renewal processes, e.g. restructuring
- Provide administrative and coordination support to HRBP as required during preparation and implementation phase of various HR projects.

**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Appropriate 3-years B-degree
- 1-2 years in HR administrator or relevant experience
- Experience in working with HR systems (SuccessFactor) will be an added advantage
- Fluent English language ability
- Sound knowledge of Human Resources Practices and procedures
- Business knowledge and an understanding of the impact of HR on other business functions
- Knowledge and experience of working with typical Operations functions
- Sound knowledge of appropriate labor legislation, e.g., Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labor Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, etc.
- Strong interpersonal skills and being a ‘team player’ are essential.
- High level of attention to detail, thorough analytical skills, rational decision making, objectivity, planning and organizing.

**WE ARE BAT**

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. **See what is possible for you at BAT.**
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies

**BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER**

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. **Come bring your difference**

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