International Trainee – People & Culture

Job title:

International Trainee – People & Culture

Company:

Vattenfall

Job description

About the jobShape the path towards fossil-free living.Are you ready to challenge the status quo, lead us down new paths and contribute to solving one of humankind’s greatest challenges – climate change? We are searching for 15 talented individuals to join us as International Trainees at Vattenfall. Help us lead the energy transition and make a real impact.About the traineeship.This traineeship offers you a unique opportunity to kickstart your career in sustainable business. Each of the trainee positions is distinct, tied to a department within a specific business area and working location. This means that each position has its own tailored responsibilities, challenges and matching profile.What you will experience

• Personal development: Benefit from a year full of growth opportunities, professional meetups, and comprehensive trainings.
• International exposure: Engage with a diverse, international trainee team both virtually and in person. Participate in job rotations and on-site visits.
• Collaborative environment: Enjoy a balance of serious work and a fun, supportive atmosphere.

As Joakim, our International Trainee in Stockholm, states, “I expected beforehand that working at a corporate would mean only serious business. We do focus on learning and growth and bringing new perspectives to the company, but we also have fun and add humor and lightness. I feel like we are the change the company wants to see.”Your role as a Trainee – People & CultureThe People & Culture department aims to foster a supportive and inclusive work environment while driving forward our commitment to fossil freedom. We are dedicated to ensuring that our workforce is engaged, well-supported, and aligned with our sustainability goals. Our department plays a crucial role in managing human resources in a way that supports the company’s mission and values, including our commitment to a sustainable future.Your responsibilities:

• Provide advisory and support services to international managers on matters related to offers, contract changes, onboarding, internal transfers, and termination procedures.
• Offer guidance and assistance to employees and managers on general HR issues that fall outside the scope of HR Direct.
• Collaborate closely with local HR teams to inform managers and, when necessary, employees about local HR matters, including terms and conditions and relevant collective labor agreements.
• Assist in optimizing local PC processes and policies, ensuring that stakeholders and employees are updated as needed.
• Partner with HR colleagues, including Centers of Expertise, HR Service, and Payroll, to deliver tailored HR solutions to the business.
• Work with and supply data analytics, BI dashboards and the implementation and use of AI tools.
• Report to and support the Country Partner Manager based in Denmark, as well as HRBPs and Country Partners internationally.

Your profileYour qualifications as a Trainee – People & Culture

• Degree in HR, Business Psychology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of local labor laws and HR practices.
• Familiarity with HR systems such as SAP.
• Basic understanding of project management principles.
• Ability to assist with HR reporting and data analysis using BI dashbords or AI tools.
• Fluent in English; Danish is a plus.

You should also recognize yourself in

• Building strong relationships and collaborating effectively with others.
• Approaching challenges with a can-do mentality and enthusiasm.
• Staying organized and managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Thriving in diverse environments and being committed to promoting inclusivity.
• Maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating high ethical standards.

Whether you aspire to a climate smarter career as an energy specialist, visionary manager, or inspirational project lead, we offer these opportunities within our Trainee Programme.As Cato, our International Trainee in Amsterdam, mentions, “I feel we are part of leading the change in the energy transition. At Vattenfall we can contribute by adding our individual competencies and core values. I learn how to build relations and be resilient in an international organization.”

To be considered for our traineeship, you should:

• Be a recent graduate with an academic degree or expected graduation before March 2025.
• Have maximum one year of work experience.
• Be fluent in English. Skills in other languages can be a merit.
• Be willing to relocate for possible assignments throughout the organization.
• Identify with our principles: active, open, positive and safety.

Location:You will be working in the department People & Culture in the Business Area Wind and located in Kolding, Denmark.Additional informationOur offer“Vattenfall provides me with the steepest learning curve. We are a group that feels connected by our core values in line with the organization’s values: Open, Active, Positive and Safety. We all feel part of a movement that understands the importance of human connection, resilience, and curiosity in energy transition and sustainability.” – Rogier, International Trainee in Amsterdam.The Vattenfall International Trainee Programme is the kickstart of your career within Vattenfall. Over the course of a year, you will develop your professional and personal skills, participate in international workshops and site visits, and have the opportunity to work abroad. Each position comes with a competitive salary and excellent remuneration package. Read more about the elements of the Vattenfall International Trainee ProgrammeOur organisationAt Vattenfall you can free your superpowers! We are one of the European market leaders in the generation of renewable energy and are primarily active in Scandinavia, Germany, Denmark, UK and the Netherlands. We are committed to a future where everyone can choose fossil-free ways to move, make, and live. We value diversity and inclusion in everything we do, .Application processWe welcome your application in English via the application button on this page. Please include an updated resume. When applying, you will fill out screening questions, including your motivation. No cover letter or motivation letter is needed. The deadline to apply is October 13th, 2024. Selection will start after the application period with online tests followed by interviews in October/November. We kindly ask you to use the same email address during the whole process (application and online test) otherwise there is a risk that your application is excluded due to system reasons. The final recruitment process will be completed by November/December, with a pre-employment screening. The Vattenfall International Trainee Programme starts on March 3rd, 2025.We look forward to your application!Visit our page for answers to common questions. If your question is not answered there, please contact the responsible recruiter Christian Pathuel via mail christian.pathuel@vattenfall.com.
The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening may be part of your recruitment process. The screening will be performed by a third party, called Validata.About the companyVattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 21.000 employees. For more than 100 years we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernised our way of living through innovation and cooperation. We are working for fossil freedom.

Expected salary

Location

Kolding, Syddanmark

Job date

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 01:31:42 GMT

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