People Operations Intern

**Human Resources Intern** **Who are we?** Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) delivers and supports fully integrated business management software to small, medium and large merchants, distributors, wholesalers and manufacturing businesses. Our mission is simple: Design and deliver high performance, integrated ERP solutions that enable our customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively. We employ over 1,150 people at offices in the UK, Ireland, Europe, South Africa, Australia and North America. We currently support over 30,000 customers and worldwide distributors at more than 50,000 locations. For more information on the company values and careers with KCS, take a look at our website here. **What will you be doing?** Are you someone who enjoys working with people and solving problems? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you to join a great company and team. As a Human Resources Intern you will gain practical day to day work as part of a larger team of Talent Acquisition, Talent Development and HR Operations. You must be an organizational guru with attention to detail, work effectively with a broad range of internal and external professionals, possess great communication and interpersonal skills. Some tasks could be but not limited: - Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties - Provide clerical and administrative support to Human Resources team - Support any HR projects as / when required such as meetings, training, surveys etc - Support employee requests regarding policy issues, rules, and regulations - Communicate with public services when necessary **Where/how will you be working?** The HR Intern is based within is based in our Johannesburg office with hybrid home working on offer after passing probation period. The office is well equipped, with kitchen facilities, close to shops and with free on-site parking. The role requires someone to work 8 hours per day with 1-hour unpaid lunch break. **What will you be learning?** You will follow a structured development programme, focusing on the core skills of the role, such as communication, collaboration, team work, personal development, customer service, problem solving and driving change. Our apprentices go on to more senior roles in the team or wider business, enabling growth and progression both personally and professionally. **Who we are looking for** - Actively looking to gain experience in the Human Resources industry - Microsoft Office skills - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - Great problem-solving skills - Logical thinking - Passion for working with people - Always display a “customer first" attitude **What we offer**: - 15 days annual leave and holiday buy back scheme - Talent Development programme - Career progression on completion of internship - Paid volunteer time **How do you apply?** The recruitment process involves an initial telephone conversation with the hiring manager, followed by a structured online or face to face interview to understand your experiences and strengths aligned to this role. **Equal Opportunities** - KCS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires us to adjust the recruiting process please do advise us when contacted.To all recruitment agencies: KCS does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or direct to KCS employee. KCS is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.