Human Resources Intern at Cape Union Mart

Job Description

Our online store has everything you’ll need for outdoor pursuits – including hiking, camping, trail running, mountain biking, snow sports, travel and more!

We are looking for a motivated, passionate and go-getting Human Capital Intern to join our Human Capital team at Head Office.

The successful candidate will be exposed to a fast-paced, exciting and dynamic retail environment and the internship will cover a broad range of responsibilities, which will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Working closely with our Human Capital Business Partners (HCBP) to understand our Human Capital (HC) requirements
• Delivering timely and high quality recruitment services through ownership of the process and direct support to Leaders to ensure the placement of ideal candidates
• Organizing and administering communication with candidates for available positions in the company
• Managing and preparing for the onboarding and induction process of new team members
• Creating contracts and new starter packs for all new hires
• Administrating paperwork for existing permanent team members
• Completing HC Administration on HC system (SAGE)
• Liaising with the payroll team to ensure information is accurate for all team members
• Ensuring all team member data is up to date, including hire dates, salary info, organizational changes, reporting lines, sickness/absence
• Assisting the HC team with overall queries
• Liaising with HCBP’s to coordinate their meetings and interviews
• Managing relationships with Leaders and ensuring adherence to best practices and process
• Providing advice and guidance to Leaders on HC policies and practices
• Assisting team members with any HC-related queries.
• Resolving basic HC challenges
• Managing general administration of the HC function
• Preparing internal communications for the HC team

Requirements:

• Experience working in a HR role
• Familiarity with South Africa labour laws and procedures
• Ability to learn quickly and create improved efficiency
• Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to drive initiatives to completion
• Positive, professional demeanour, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work on a team
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to balance conflicting points of view, function effectively under pressure and demonstrate discretion, integrity and fair-mindedness
• Effective communication, written and grammar skills, emphasizing attention to detail
• Proficiency with computer systems, programmes and MS Office programs (must have strong MS Excel skills)
• Strong proactive and logical thinking skills
• The agility and resilience to maintain high levels of motivation and initiative under pressure

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in a HR related field would be an advantage