General information

Location

Chirk  

Reference

2025-13168  

Position description

Job title

Trainee International HR Manager

Contract type

Full-time

About us

Kronospan is the world's leading manufacturer of high quality wood-based panels and associated products. The company has over 40 operations in Europe, Asia and the USA employing 14,000 people.

Main duties and responsibilities

As we continue to grow globally we are now looking to recruit the next generation of HR Managers.

Initially to be based in our UK operation at Chirk (North Wales, UK) for up to 12 months, you will receive world class training prior to taking up a position at one of our global manufacturing plants. This opportunity will suit a HR Professional who would like to return to their home country having secured a fantastic career opportunity with a world leading business.

Trainee HR Manager / Global Opportunities

Tasks & Responsibilities
• Management of HR activities in compliance with Corporate HR policy and local labour regulations
• In-house recruitment processes
• Deliver best practice and procedures.
• Organisational development and succession planning
• Staff training and development - organisation and co-ordination.
• HR Administration.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements
• Right to work in the UK - graduate visa would be acceptable
• Experience within an HR generalist function / Resourcing function
• A second language is highly advantageous
• Knowledge of labour laws
• Higher education (Economics, Management, Legal)
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Availability and willingness to travel.
• If you are an ambitious, hands-on, determined and hard working person with a passion for HR and you want to develop a front line role in a successful manufacturing business, then we are looking for you.

What we offer

We offer:
• Interesting and challenging work within a small professional team
• Initial support with accommodation while training in the UK
• Attractive salary
• The opportunity to develop your international HR career in a truly global manufacturing business.