graduate human resources

Job Title: Graduate Submarines Human Resources

Location: Barrow (Cumbria). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 4-5 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 Per Annum + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

Who we are

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role description

Within the Human Resources function, you will support the business to ensure people-related processes and systems operate effectively and efficiently. You will contribute to the delivery of HR services either as part of a specialist team or in a business partnering capacity, working closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the organisation. The role involves supporting the delivery of business requirements and priorities through the HR team while gaining exposure to a variety of activities. You will help drive people-focused initiatives that support business success.

Core duties

• Provides administrative and organisational support, including collecting, managing and distributing information, preparing reports and presentations, and coordinating activities to support team objectives.
• Supports People-related activities by providing advice and guidance on routine employee matters, applying People processes, procedures and company policies.
• Builds effective working relationships with colleagues, Advisors, Leads/Partners and stakeholders, using influencing and coaching skills to support business priorities.
• Operates effectively within a manufacturing, unionised and project-based environment, contributing to the delivery of People and business objectives.
• Demonstrates developing knowledge of People practices, policies and the wider business, while supporting colleagues and continuously building professional capability.

The Submarines Team

Be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the Astute and Dreadnought Class, the largest and most advanced submarines operated by the Royal Navy, providing a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom.

Why BAE Systems

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

As a minimum requirement you must have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in the following subjects: All subjects considered.