HR Graduate Hethel 2024

As a Lotus Cars Graduate, you will become part of a team helping to define, develop and launch the next generation of high-performance electrified Lotus sports cars, as well as completing 3rd party projects.

Lotus is recruiting a Human Resources Graduate to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience all areas of HR, including Learning and Development and Talent Acquisition.

During your 2-year Graduate Scheme, you will be required to support business critical activities, whilst developing commercial, core and technical skills, through rotation and development opportunities. You will be directly supporting the delivery of our Vision 80 transformation and objectives.

Please note, this role DOES NOT qualify for VISA sponsorship, this includes candidates that are currently working on a Tier 4 VISA.

The Graduate Programme has a fixed start date of the 7th October 2024. We reserve the right to close this role early if a high volume of applications is received.

Key responsibilities include

• Successfully completing functional rotations, delivering on the required objectives, and developing strong relationships across the organisation.
• Supporting the implementation of business improvement projects and product deliverables.
• Developing a deep understanding of Lotus operations and area functions responsibilities.
• Bringing diversity of thought and tactical support to partner the business, as it enters the next phase of increased volume production and EV only products.
• Supporting activities within HR & working with the HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition Team and Learning and Development Team.

Knowledge, skills, and experience required

Essential

• Achievement or projected achievement of a 2:1 Degree classification in a related subject, for example, HR, Psychology or Business Management.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.
• Valid UK Driving License.
• Ability to work in a small / medium sized enterprise undergoing substantial change.
• Flexible and able to rapidly reprioritise and produce excellent outcomes.

Desirable

• Commercial, manufacturing or engineering experience / placement.

Key behaviours

• Respect: Ability to build strong relationships through commitment to excellence, treats all colleagues with dignity and respect.
• One Team: Team player, positively contributes to team discussion, constructively challenges non-collaborative behaviours.
• Ambition: Works with customers (internal/external) to define and work towards a positive outcome, remains positive and resilient during periods of change.
• Drive: Uses their experience and judgement to solve problems and find effective solutions, is proactive and effectively deals with ambiguity in a fast changing business environment.

About Lotus

Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.

Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours. In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world’s first all-electric British hypercar.

The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre. Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV. It is pure electric and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.

The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy. It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative, and motivated people to join us on our journey.

We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company. You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job. You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.

What we offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• 6% pension contribution
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
• Private Healthcare
• Group income protection based on length of service
• Paid time off for medical appointments
• Family Friendly policies
• Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing, and recognition platform #ForUSLOT