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HR Industrial Placement, UK 2025

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GSK

Nov 13

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    People, HR & Administration
  • London

Requirements

  • Currently studying an Undergraduate Degree in HR, Business Management, Psychology, or other.
  • You will have completed a minimum of 2 years of your undergraduate degree but will not have graduated at the start of your placement.
  • You must be enrolled at a UK (United Kingdom) or ROI (Republic of Ireland) University for the duration of your placement.
  • If you have already graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree and are currently studying a postgraduate Masters, you are not eligible for this programme.
  • Written and spoken fluency in English

Responsibilities

  • Supporting Onboarding programme for new employees starting in R&D.
  • Supporting recruitment, selection, development and tracking of future talent programme cohorts and summer students.
  • Work with hiring managers to create compelling advertisements and construct internal communications.
  • Assist in collation and tracking of metrics to support recruitment and the diversity agenda.
  • Lead after action reviews and implement process improvements.
  • Working across boundaries, with colleagues in a multitude of countries to gain global awareness and experience, whilst building a strong network of HR contacts in the UK.
  • Organise internal events both virtual and face to face for our Finance graduate programme.
  • Assist in collation and tracking of metrics to support talent programmes and our diversity agenda.
  • Support our GSK Unlocked programme for students with a socially diverse background.
  • Event management: plan and implement webinars and other events associated with Global Finance development days.
  • Regular monitoring of new starters to enrol in relevant training.
  • Development of communications and marketing for Finance developments events both in the UK & Globally.
  • Support Attraction Specialist with UK (and global) ET Website content refresh and ongoing updates.
  • Ensure all UK ETR roles are posted through partner sites – including university/school websites.
  • Coordination of Events - such as ‘Careers Collaboration’ (for University Careers Advisers) and ‘GSK Revealed’ (for first year students).
  • Attend and run Apprentice career insights events / webinars directly & / or through partners.
  • Engage and leverage current Early Talent (Apprentices, Interns, Grads) to attend attraction & engagement events.
  • Internal Ambassador Training development and delivery (under supervision of Attraction Specialist).
  • Proactive management of Video My Job training and edits before roles are live on our website.
  • Creating new content where appropriate - supporting Social Media campaigns & update engaging content on partner websites.
  • Create / share ‘News’ and articles to share through recruitment process (working with comms / brand).

FAQs

What is the duration of the HR Industrial Placement?

The HR Industrial Placement lasts approximately 1 year, starting in July 2025.

What are the educational requirements to apply for this placement?

To apply for this placement, you must be currently studying an Undergraduate Degree in HR, Business Management, Psychology, or a related field, and you must have completed a minimum of 2 years of your undergraduate degree.

Where will the placement be located?

The placement is located at GSK HQ in Stevenage.

What is the salary for the HR Industrial Placement?

The salary for the HR Industrial Placement is £27,100 for GSK HQ or £25,400 for all other locations, plus a bonus.

Are there multiple roles available in this placement?

Yes, there are three roles available in the HR Industrial Placement: R&D Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Talent, Global Finance Capabilities HR, and Early Careers Recruitment.

What language proficiency is required for this role?

Written and spoken fluency in English is required for this role.

When is the application closing date?

The application closing date is to be confirmed (TBC), but early applications are encouraged as candidates will be reviewed regularly.

Will there be opportunities to network during the placement?

Yes, once you accept your offer, you will be invited to join LinkedIn groups and pre-joining webinars, and you will join IPUnite, GSK’s community of over 250 students across all UK sites.

Are there specific recruitment stages for this placement?

Yes, the recruitment stages include an Eligibility Form, World of GSK Online Assessment, Written Assessment, and a Virtual Assessment Centre or Virtual Interview.

Can I apply if I have already graduated with a Bachelor's Degree?

No, if you have already graduated with a Bachelor's Degree and are currently studying a postgraduate Masters, you are not eligible for this programme.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

GSK, or GlaxoSmithKline, is a company that operates in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry. They are involved in researching, developing, manufacturing, and selling a wide range of prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's ultimate aim is to improve the quality of human life by providing innovative and effective healthcare solutions to people worldwide. Their commitment lies in focusing on scientific excellence, developing cutting-edge medicines and vaccines, and addressing global health challenges to help people live longer, healthier lives.

Benefits

  • A competitive base salary

  • An annual bonus based on company performance

  • Access to healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, savings programmes, time off and childcare support

  • Employee recognition programmes that reward exceptional achievements

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