Placement
Closes in 3 days
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12.5-month HR Social Policy and Industrial Relations placement at Airbus in Filton, Bristol.
- Earn £24,246 per year with benefits including hybrid working and 25 days holiday.
- Gain experience in employment law, HR policy development, and stakeholder engagement.
- Applications close on 25 October 2026.
About the Role
This is a 12.5-month placement within the Social Policy and Industrial Relations (SPIR) Team, part of the UK Commercial Aircraft Human Resources function.
About the Team
The SPIR Team focuses on:
- Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and external social policy.
- Informing Company policy and processes for effective employee engagement and relations.
- Providing advice and solutions on industrial/employee relations topics.
Key activities include engaging with stakeholders across the Company, including the Trade Union, in a dynamic environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to help embed critical legal changes driven by the Employment Rights Act.
What you will be doing
- Develop an understanding of Social Policy and Industrial Relations in a transnational company.
- Gain knowledge of Employment Law and observe its impact on business operations.
- Participate in projects related to employment law and industrial/employee relations.
- Contribute to the research, drafting, and review of company-wide HR policies and guidance.
Your typical day may consist of
- Providing support in grievance and disciplinary procedures.
- Developing and writing social/employment policies.
- Researching, analysing trends, and benchmarking employment policy and law.
- Taking ownership of projects.
- Developing stakeholder management skills by working closely with HR Business Partners, Trade Union representatives, and senior management.
Requirements
- This placement is open to Undergraduates only. Candidates must be undergraduates for the entire duration of the placement.
- Ideally studying towards a Law, Business, or HR-related degree, with an interest in Employment Law and Industrial Relations.
- Ability to listen, understand, and communicate information.
- Proficiency in basic IT software (Google suite and/or Microsoft Office suite).
- Positive and proactive attitude.
- Interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems.
- Experience in research and benchmarking.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct research, analyse legislative updates, and support decision-making.
Benefits
- Salary: £24,246 per year
- 35 hours per week
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working options available
- Half day Fridays
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Security Clearance
- You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check.
- You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control.
Application Process
- Applications close on 25 October 2026.
- Your application should include a CV and a Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.
- You can apply for multiple positions but can only progress in the selection process for one at a time.