HR Assistant

We are CACEIS

CACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole, supporting asset managers, insurance companies, pension funds, banks, private equity and real estate funds, brokers and corporate clients. With offices across Europe, the Americas and Asia, we provide services spanning custody, depositary and fund administration, execution, clearing, foreign exchange, securities lending, middle-office outsourcing and more.

As a leading European asset servicing provider and a major global player, we combine financial expertise with a collaborative, international working environment.

What is the opportunity?

Are you looking to kick-start your career in Human Resources and gain hands-on experience across the full HR function? We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant Intern to join our Dublin HR team for 12 months .

This varied role offers end-to-end exposure to HR operations, recruitment, payroll administration, learning and development, HR reporting and employee engagement. You will work alongside experienced HR professionals, support senior management reporting and contribute to meaningful projects and initiatives.

More than an administrative internship, this is an opportunity to take ownership, develop practical skills, bring fresh ideas and make a real contribution to the team.

What will you do?

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Support onboarding, internal movements and offboarding, including checklists, documentation and inductions.
• Maintain accurate employee records and update HR systems and databases.
• Respond professionally to employee queries through the HR shared mailbox.
• Assist with family-related leave tracking, employee correspondence, educational assistance applications and HR audit requirements.

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Support recruitment from application to onboarding, including CV screening and interview coordination.
• Liaise with candidates, hiring managers and agencies, and assist with pre-employment checks.
• Contribute to employer branding, recruitment campaigns and internship programmes.

Payroll & HR Administration

• Assist with monthly payroll preparation by gathering, checking and validating employee information.
• Support the administration of joiners, leavers, leave, overtime and other payroll-related changes.
• Help maintain payroll records, carry out monthly checks and track invoices for processing.

HR Reporting, Analytics & Presentations

• Prepare HR reports, dashboards and statistics covering headcount, turnover, recruitment and other people metrics.
• Collect, validate and analyse HR data using Excel and reporting tools.
• Create clear, professional PowerPoint presentations and visual updates for HR meetings and senior management.
• Support improvements to reporting processes and data quality.

Learning, Development & Compliance

• Monitor mandatory training completion and follow up with employees and managers.
• Produce training compliance reports and help coordinate learning initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and support HR compliance activities.

Employee Engagement, Communications & Projects

• Help organise wellbeing, recognition, employee engagement and corporate social responsibility activities.
• Draft internal communications and create engaging visuals using PowerPoint and Canva.
• Support HR projects, process improvements and cross-functional initiatives.
• Gain insight into broader HR topics, including employee relations, performance management and HR policies.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Business, Management or a related field.
• Genuine interest in HR, curiosity and a strong willingness to learn.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines.
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and spoken English and strong interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, positive, flexible and solution-oriented approach.
• Professionalism, discretion and respect for confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Nice-to-have

• Previous internship, administrative or HR-related experience.
• Familiarity with HR systems, reporting tools or training platforms.
• Experience using Canva or other design tools.
• Interest in HR analytics, recruitment, employee engagement or employment legislation.

Previous HR experience is not essential. We value motivation, initiative and the willingness to develop.

Why join CACEIS?

• Broad HR exposure: build a strong foundation across multiple HR disciplines.
• Hands-on learning: contribute to real projects and take on meaningful responsibilities.
• Professional development: receive guidance and coaching from experienced HR colleagues.
• International environment: work within a leading global financial services organisation.
• Collaborative culture: join a supportive, dynamic and approachable HR team.
• Opportunity to make an impact: share ideas and help improve the employee experience.
• Flexible working arrangements in line with company policy.

Ready to start your HR career?

If you are curious, motivated and excited to discover the many aspects of Human Resources, we would love to hear from you. Join CACEIS for 12 months of learning, development and practical experience.