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The Alfred H Knight Human Resources Graduate Programme is the perfect start for a graduate looking to develop their people management skills as they relate to an organisation and build a long term career in HR, payroll and L&D. It is an exciting time to join our department as it has grown considerably over the past year and plays an increasingly more important role in the decision making process across the business in the UK and globally.
Based in Knowsley, Merseyside, at our UK based Global Headquarters, the role will initially involve a two-year development programme that will allow you to perform to your best abilities. During the programme you will gain a breadth of experience across our HR team including working towards a people based strategic plan, considerable project work such as new IT systems and a move to a digital environment, support leadership, management, apprenticeship and other development programmes plus the opportunity to work on more traditional Human Resource case work.
About us
Alfred H Knight is an independent provider of inspection and testing services. Established in 1881, AHK operates in more than 40 countries with a well-earned reputation for providing reliable, professional services.
We provide specialist services for a wide range of commodities within base and minor metals, steel raw materials, ferro alloys, precious metals, platinum group metals, industrial minerals, solid fuels and fertilisers. Our clients include miners, smelters, refineries, traders, financial institutions and government bodies.
We maintain rigorous quality standards to ensure that our operations provide the highest level of services to our clients. We achieve this through compliance with industry standards and regulations for laboratory, inspection and quality management, including ISO: IEC 17025, 17020 and 9001.
Our people are our finest asset and as a truly global company, we value diversity, and respect people from all backgrounds.
About the HR Department
You would be part of a team that helps the business operate at every level as people are at the heart of everything we do. The HR team is growing and maturing to support the changes the business needs for the future. You will be part of this dynamic and agile group and will have the opportunity to significantly contribute.
Do you have what it takes?
To be successful at Alfred H Knight, you will need to display the following:
Required Personal Qualities
- Adaptability: the ability to multitask and respond effectively to change.
- Ambition. Must have ambitions to have a career in HR.
- Analytical: the ability to draw accurate and informative conclusions from detailed research without losing sight of the bigger picture, providing practical solutions to complex problems.
- Communication: effective oral and written communication of ideas with an excellent command of English.
- Independence: the ability to take the initiative, lead on projects and be proactive in prioritising a dynamic and diverse workload.
- Innovative: the ability to think outside the box and bring a new perspective.
- Interpersonal: confidence in forming effective working relationships with a diverse range of people, including working inclusively and as part of a team.
- Willingness. A growth mindset, willing to learn, willing to get involved, co-operative and enabling attitude towards training, projects and personal development.
Required Qualifications and Work Experience
- 2:1 degree in HRM, L&D or other business related subjects
Required Languages
- English and other languages advantageous (e.g. Spanish, Mandarin, Russian, Japanese, French)
Travel Requirements
- Travel as required both domestically and internationally.
- Must have a valid passport and ability to obtain visas as necessary.
What are the benefits?
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
