Global Talent Advisory Human Resources Intern (FTC-Hybrid)
Dentons, South Africa
Job Description
INTRODUCTION
Are you someone that is eager, determined, passionate to learn and grow and interested in kickstarting your career in HR, then we at Dentons would like to meet you. As an HR Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience and learn about various aspects of human resources. The internship will provide you with exposure to different HR functions and help you develop fundamental skills in the field.
WHY DENTONS
Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. We are 21,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight.
ROLE
You will work closely with the Global Talent team and support them in their daily tasks and projects. The role will focus on accurate, consistent, and high-quality HR support.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES amp; ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Onboarding and Orientation: Assist in organizing and coordinating the onboarding process for new employees. Prepare orientation materials, schedule sessions, and ensure a smooth transition for new hires.
- HR Administration: Support the Global Talent team with administrative tasks such as maintaining employee records, updating HR databases, filing documents, and generating reports. Assist with data entry and data management.
- Employee Engagement: Contribute to the planning and execution of employee engagement initiatives, such as team-building activities, social events, and recognition programs.
- HR Policies and Procedures: Assist in updating and maintaining HR policies, procedures, etc. Help ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
- Employee Relations: Support the Global Talent team in addressing employee inquiries. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- HR Projects: Contribute to HR projects as assigned, which may include research, data analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
- Recruitment and Selection: Assist in job postings, resume screening, scheduling interviews, and conducting initial candidate screenings. Help maintain candidate databases and track applicant statuses.
SKILLS amp; COMPETENCIES
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE amp; CERTIFICATIONS
- Relevant HR Related Degree or three-year Diploma
- Graduate with no relevant work experience required.
LANGUAGE CAPABILITIES/INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
We are a truly global law firm and as such, always welcome hearing from those with foreign language capabilities. Additionally, we would be delighted to hear from candidates with a global background including professional experience gained across different geographies.
APPLICATIONS FROM CURRENT RESIDENTS IN THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES WILL BE CONSIDERED:
- South Africa (Johannesburg)
Disclaimer: Please ensure when applying for this role you are legally eligible to work/live in your location. Visa sponsorship or relocation costs will not be provided.