This graduate role focuses on supporting both operational delivery and strategic people initiatives during Ford's transition toward electric and connected vehicles.About Ford Motor CompanyAt Ford, we’re shaping the future of mobility. As we accelerate our transformation toward electric and connected vehicles, our people are at the heart of driving innovation and change. Dunton Technical Centre is Ford’s largest R&D facility in the UK and a critical hub supporting engineering excellence across Europe.Our HR function plays a vital role in enabling this transformation, partnering with leaders to build an inclusive, high-performance culture where employees can thrive and grow.Role OverviewThis is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to begin a career in Human Resources within a global organisation undergoing significant transformation. Based at Dunton, you will work alongside experienced HR professionals, supporting both operational delivery and strategic people initiatives.You will gain exposure to core HR disciplines including employee relations, talent management, organisational effectiveness, and HR transformation, while developing the skills needed to become a future HR professional at Ford.Key Responsibilities.Strategic Partnering SupportSupport HR Business Partners in acting as trusted advisors to People Leaders across organisational design, culture initiatives, and talent managementAssist in analysing people data and preparing insights to inform business decisionsEmployee Relations & Case ManagementProvide support in managing employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, and dignity at work mattersPrepare documentation, track case progress, and maintain strict confidentialityAbsence ManagementSupport absence management processes, including tracking trends and assisting with reportingCollaborate with internal stakeholders such as Occupational Health and managersTalent Development & GrowthContribute to activities that support career development, succession planning, and continuous learningAssist in coordinating development programmes and learning initiativesEngagement & CultureSupport employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and feedback activitiesHelp drive a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture aligned to Ford’s valuesContinuous Improvement & InsightsAnalyse HR data to identify trends and improvement opportunitiesShare ideas and best practices to enhance HR processes and service deliveryKey Skills & ExperienceRecently graduated with a degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related disciplineStrong interest in building a career in HRExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational skills with attention to detailAbility to handle sensitive information with discretionAnalytical mindset with confidence in working with dataProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Eligibility CriteriaRecently graduatedDegree in relevant discipline (or equivalent experience)Right to work in the UKThe Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.As part of our pre-employment checks process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check. This will be conducted in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applied only to unspent convictions.
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