Vivienne Westwood is one of the most iconic British fashion brands, renowned for its heritage, innovative design, and commitment to culture and activism. We care deeply about our people and the environment, and our core values Gaia, Quality not Quantity, Activism, Culture & Heritage - guide us daily. If you share our passion for creativity, sustainability, and innovation, we would love to hear from you. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a People Team Intern to join our People team on a full-time basis for 6 months. This role will be based in our Battersea office onsite 5 days a week. 

We believe that everyone deserves fair and meaningful work, with pay that reflects their contribution. As part of this commitment, we are proud to be accredited by the London Living Wage Foundation, ensuring all our employees and interns are fairly compensated for their work. 

KEY REPSONSIBILITIES 

• Employee Support - Be the first point of contact for basic employee queries, providing helpful information on policies and procedures. 
• Record Management - Assist in tracking employee absences, overtime, and other attendance-related data. 
• Onboarding & Offboarding - Support with the onboarding and offboarding processes, such as preparing documentation, organising induction schedules, and exit procedures. 
• Recruitment: Assist in resume screening, and interview scheduling alongside the recruitment team. 
• HR Administration - Assist in maintaining accurate employee records, scheduling probation reviews, and updating the HR system. 
• Administrative Support - Provide general administrative support, such as organising files, preparing reports, completing audits and ensuring accurate data collation for payroll  
• Meeting Support -Take notes during meetings and ensure follow-ups are documented. 
• HR Initiatives - Participate in projects related to employee wellbeing, inclusion, engagement and internal communication. 
• Any other ad hoc tasks required. 

(Please note this is not an exhaustive list of duties and you may be required to perform additional duties to fulfil the requirements of the role) 

PROFILE & KEY SKILLS 

• Attention to Detail - demonstrates strong attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills. 
• Technical proficiency – highly competent in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); knowledge of SharePoint and MS Teams is advantageous 
• Data literacy & Storytelling - proficient in data entry, analysis, and able to turn data and feedback into engaging narratives 
• Multitasking - manages competing priorities effectively and remains focused under pressure 
• Integrity - handles sensitive and confidential information with the utmost professionalism 
• Adaptability - thrives in dynamic environments and adjusts easily to evolving tasks 
• Communication skills - conveys ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing, and builds strong relationships 
• Thinking outside the box – approaching HR problems as design challenges to be solved from the user’s perspective 
• Innovation - suggesting new ideas, models or systems 
• Interest in HR - keen to grow within Human Resources and develop expertise in the field 
• Relevant experience - previous exposure to HR, People Operations, Payroll, or Administration is advantageous 

BENEFITS 

• Training and hands-on experience 
• Opportunities to build new skills and gain valuable industry knowledge 
• A supportive environment where people and the planet are valued 

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we recommend applying early to avoid missing out. 

Vivienne Westwood is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws. For our privacy statement please visit this link