Servier Laboratories is offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join their HR Learnership Program.
Closing date: Ongoing
Location: Midrand
HR / Receptionist Learnership:
This program is designed to provide aspiring HR professionals with hands-on experience and comprehensive training in various aspects of human resources within the pharmaceutical industry.
The opportunity also provides general front desk coverage including greeting guests, answering and directing incoming calls, maintaining supplies and reception area appearance as well as mail distribution. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of administrative duties in support of the Human Resources and Learning and Development department.
This role is very diverse and requires the ability to multi-task, take independent initiative, properly organize and prioritize in order to meet deadlines while managing competing priorities. Must embrace a strong customer service mentality and function with a high degree of professionalism.
Location: The role is based at our office in Midrand, Waterfall
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Mending the office front desk (reception) which includes; handling incoming calls in a professional and polite manner while assisting the caller with the relevant information and direction
- Greeting visitors and guests directing guests to the relevant employees
- Provide HR process support which includes; scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and providing process-related guidance and information to employees
- Together with the Social committee and HR delegates, take responsibility for coordinating internal team-building events by managing the logistics, communication, catering, setup, and tear-down
- Scheduling appointments for HR and training team, utilizing Microsoft Outlook calendars (e.g. conference rooms, hardware)
- Track office supply inventory and order office and kitchen supplies, as needed, using cost-effective approach
- Maintain orderly conference rooms, workrooms, kitchens, and lobby supporting Duties & Responsibilities
- Identify, recommend and implement solutions for interdepartmental and business operations processes
- Provide support to ad-hoc activities as per request by HR and L&D
- Assist HR in some aspects of the recruitment, onboarding and training process which will include coordinating flights, lunches, diary appointments for applicants, internal delegates and successful candidates.
- Contacting relevant service providers for assistance and servicing of office equipment as well as contacting the landlord for building queries and upkeep
- Lunch claim expenses – vetting, approving, declining and communicating.
- Liaising with Postnet for weekly collections and delivery
- Basement Storage maintenance and upkeep
What we believe will help you in managing this role:
- Effective time management and planning skills
- Good level of verbal and written communication skills
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office systems (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Adaptability and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well within a team and contribute positively to collaborative projects.
Job requirements:
- Completed a relevant HR qualification (Degree or Diploma) from a recognised institution.
- Must have NOT completed a learnership previously
- 0 – 1 year human resources / administration experience
