HR Intern (9 month contract, 3 days per week)

About the Role

We have a great opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join a small dynamic HR team. You will gain exposure across the complete HR lifecycle in addition to best practice HR initiatives within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Recruitment assistance including interview scheduling, job description formatting and reference checks;
• Preparation of employment contracts and other employee related documents;
• Maintenance of online employee records and filing;
• Coordination of employee onboarding including managing inductions and checklists;
• Processing of invoicing and expense claims reconciliations for the HR Team;
• Processing of employee recognition awards and monthly anniversaries including issuing vouchers and coordinating content and announcements dates at our fortnightly all staff gathering;
• Support line management/employees in resolving day-to-day human resources queries direct and via the contact line; and
• Other ad hoc activities or projects as required.

About the Team

Our HR function is state-of-the art and in a changing world continuously evolving. Due to the unique position of Swiss Re in the re/insurance industry we can deploy impactful people solutions, leading the way of human capital changes in the industry.

You will support a small team of 5 which comprises or Head HR Australia & New Zealand, HR Advisors (incl payroll) and HR Administration Associate who provide end to end HR support to the Australian business, leveraging our global HR centres of excellence.

About You 

• 1-2 years' experience in an administration role preferably within professional services;
• In your final year of a Business, Human Resources, or related degree;
• Have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources;
• Excellent Microsoft skills incl. Word, Excel and MS Teams (preferrable);
• Proactive, organised, detail-oriented and hands-on with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work to agreed timelines;
• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, team player with a customer orientated mindset;
• HR administration experience including experience using a HRIS will be highly regarded; and
• An Australian citizen or Permanent Resident

Leadership from Every Seat is our leadership ambition to empower all employees at Swiss Re to act as a leader and take ownership no matter where they sit in the organisation. There are three leadership imperatives that guide us on how we lead at Swiss Re, one of which is to 'Be courageous'. At Swiss Re, this is about taking personal accountability.

We are looking for team members who stand for integrity, improve continually and navigate ambiguity. This means having the courage to be curious and to stretch yourself beyond what you already know. We want team members who drive change fearlessly and don't always opt for the easy option, and can stay calm, focused and resilient during difficult times.

Regardless of what position we have at Swiss Re, all of us can be courageous, which will also help us in our personal and professional growth.

Swiss Re offers modern working arrangements that allow all employees to adapt to changing work preferences. We currently provide employees with attractive offices and competitive benefits such as flu vaccinations and annual health checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Applications for this role will close on 28 April 2024. We look forward to your application!