Undergraduate Human Resources

Job Advertisement: Undergraduate Head Office Human Resources

Agency Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: BAE Systems

Location: Frimley, Surrey, United Kingdom (Hybrid/Flexible, with site attendance expected 3–4 days per week)

Position Type: 12-Month Undergraduate Industrial Placement

Salary: £25,900 per annum

Start Date: 21st June 2027

Placement End Date: 16th June 2028

About the Opportunity

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with BAE Systems—a global leader in defence, aerospace, and security—to source an aspiring and driven Undergraduate Head Office Human Resources professional for a 12-month industrial placement in Frimley.

As part of the Head Office team, you will support the vital network providing tools, processes, and expertise to teams delivering the world’s most advanced technology-led solutions. This placement offers an exceptional platform to gain multi-disciplinary HR exposure, engage with senior leaders, and lay a strong foundation for your future career in human resources.

Role Overview

This role involves supporting and integrating a range of key HR activities, including Learning and Development, People Development, Performance Management, Resourcing, and Talent Management. You will help coordinate communications, draft team presentations, facilitate meetings, and build effective relationships across the business while gaining valuable insight into corporate HR strategy.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• HR Project Support: Assist with HR projects and activities across recruitment, learning, talent, and employee development.

• Communications & Reporting: Help prepare communications, presentations, and reports for colleagues and stakeholders.

• Event Coordination: Organize meetings, events, and team activities to support the delivery of key HR priorities.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build positive working relationships with individuals across different teams and business areas.

• Data & Continuous Improvement: Use data and insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

• Academic Background: Must be on track to obtain a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in Human Resources or Business Management.

• Working Arrangement: On-site presence in Frimley 3 to 4 days per week under hybrid working guidelines.

• Security Clearance: All applicants must achieve, as a minimum, the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Note: Due to strict security and export control restrictions, candidates must meet national identity, birthplace, and residency criteria (typically requiring continuous UK residency of 5 to 10 years for higher-level national security vetting).

Why Join BAE Systems?

• Meaningful Impact: Build a career with purpose, contributing to advanced technology-led solutions that protect what matters most and shape a safer future.

• Professional Growth: Access first-class training, coaching, and mentoring programs designed to stretch your potential and foster lifelong learning.

• Wellbeing & Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary of £25,900 alongside flexible benefits tailored to support your financial and personal wellbeing.

• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an environment that champions diversity, sustainable working practices, and a strong sense of shared purpose within a global workforce of over 110,000 colleagues.