Back HR Traineeship, Luxembourg

Deadline for application: 7 April 2021

We are looking for a trainee to support the Human Resources and Organisation division in its mission to attract and retain high-quality staff whilst ensuring fairness, transparency and compliance in all HR related activities/ practices. S/he will also support a variety of HR projects.

The European Stability Mechanism ("ESM") is the permanent crisis resolution mechanism for euro area countries. In the context of the current Covid-19 crisis the ESM has established a precautionary credit line as one important element in the joint European response to the pandemic. During the euro crisis it has launched five financial assistance programmes, provided financial support, monitored repayment capacity, and engaged with partner institutions for programme design in areas of financial interest. In parallel to its activities as a policy institution the ESM is also one of the big issuers of euro-denominated debt with a large global investor base. The ESM has recently received an expanded mandate from European leaders, which it will implement in the months and years ahead. The ESM will act as the backstop to the Single Resolution Fund (SRF) and have a stronger role in financial stability risk analysis and the design of policy measures in programmes jointly with the European Commission.

The ESM is a unique place to work with around 200 individuals committed to making a difference to the future of the euro area. The ESM recruits talented professionals

of all nationalities from both the private and public sector.

KEY ACTIVITIES

• Contribute actively to the ongoing HR projects and initiatives;
• Assist in implementing the recent HR best practices to benefit the daily operations;
• Prepare presentations, notes and other documentations for the team as needed;
• Support HR- related communication on intranet, social media;
• Support in organising induction, training sessions and other HR events.

KEY BACKGROUND

• Bachelor or Master's Degree in the field of HR, Business Administration or other discipline related to HR activities mentioned above.
• Good understanding of the general framework of financial institution or public international institution would be an asset.
• IT literate- proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook. Other IT knowledge would be an asset.
• Excellent command of English, both written and oral.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn new topics
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within multicultural teams
• 'Can do' attitude, diligent and willing to support others' work
• Sense of confidentiality and discretion.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND PRACTICAL INFORMATION

• Deadline for application: 7 April 2021
• Expected start date: first/second quarter 2021
• Duration: 3 or (preferably) 6 months
• Competitive allowance granted

Note: Please make sure your availability clearly appears in your cover letter.

The ESM aims to provide equal opportunity to all candidates irrespective of their gender, nationality, age, race, culture, education, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or disability. To further enhance the diversity of our workforce, we particularly encourage women to apply.

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