2025 Internship People & Culture - Zurich (12 months)

12-month internship in Human Resources 100% (People & Culture)

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As of January 2025

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an intern to join our People & Culture function at Schroders in Zurich. You will assist the team with daily administrative tasks and provide advisory services related to general HR functions for both Schroders employees and senior managers.

About Schroders

We are a global investment manager dedicated to assisting institutions, intermediaries, and individuals worldwide in investing their money to achieve their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. 

We employ approximately 6,000 individuals across six continents. With over 200 years of history, we continually adapt to societal and technological changes. What remains constant is our steadfast commitment to helping our clients and society prosper.

The team

You will work closely with the HR team in Zurich but will also be part of the broader HR team based in Europe.

What you will do

• General Administration: Provide general administrative support to the HR team, managing electronic filing, and handling HR-related correspondence.
• Employee Records Management: Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Onboarding/Offboarding Support: Support the onboarding process for new hires and leavers, including preparing necessary documentation.
• Benefit Administration: Administer employee benefits programs, answer queries regarding benefits, and coordinate with benefit providers.
• Reference Letters: Prepare reference letters for employees in both German and English, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards and legal requirements.
• Bill Payments: Manage the payment of HR-related invoices and bills, ensuring timely and accurate processing in accordance with company policies.
• Reports: Assisting in collecting and analysing HR data and generating reports
• Engagement Initiatives: Supporting initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need 

• University Degree or Business School with a major in Human Resources Management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Affinity with HR Information Systems is a plus

What you will be like

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Detailed, efficient and structured with administrative tasks
• Demonstrates integrity, respect and professionalism and maintains confidentiality at all times

Recruitment process  

1.       Online application form and CV – Friday, 15 November 2024

2.       Online assessments

3.       Online video interview

4.       Final interview with the Hiring Manager and/or Team members

We recognise potential, whoever you are

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought facilitated by an inclusive culture will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer: you are welcome here regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or any other protected characteristics.