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Marshall WaceLondon

Human Capital Placement Year

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Programme

Internship

Location

London

Duration

12 months

About the role

A 12-month Human Capital placement offering hands-on experience across Talent Acquisition and HC Administration. You will support recruitment, employee lifecycle activities, records management, benefits and absence processes, internal communications, and engagement initiatives while developing professional skills in a fast-paced alternative investment firm.

Program Structure

  • Complete a 12-month placement within the Human Capital team.
  • Spend the first six months supporting Talent Acquisition activities.
  • Spend the following six months supporting HC Administration and employee lifecycle activities.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain employee records, HC databases, and internal trackers for mobility and parental leave.
  • Support onboarding and offboarding by updating trackers and preparing relevant documentation.
  • Assist with HC queries, benefits, leave, and absence management under HC Manager guidance.
  • Coordinate internal communications, HC reports, engagement initiatives, and general team administration.
  • Support recruitment by posting job advertisements, screening CVs, and scheduling or conducting interviews.
  • Maintain recruitment systems, assist with candidate correspondence, and contribute to employer branding initiatives.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in a sandwich year programme at a top institution.
  • Demonstrated interest in exploring Human Capital.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to handle confidential information professionally.