HR Trainee - Data Management & HRIS (Brussels)

Company: POLITICO

We’re seeking a detail-oriented HR Traineewith a focus on HRIS (Human Resources Information System) administration and HR data management to join our Human Resources team. In this role, you’ll support both the day-to-day system operations and strategic HR data initiatives while developing fundamental HR skills and knowledge. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build a career at the intersection of HR systems and analytics.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with daily HRIS administration tasks including data entry, updates, and maintenance

• Help process employee data changes including new hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations

• Support data extraction, transformation, and reporting from HR systems

• Assist in analyzing HR metrics and creating dashboards for leadership

• Help maintain data quality, accuracy, and integrity across HR platforms

• Support data cleanup initiatives and system integration projects

• Generate standard and custom reports from the HRIS for various HR functions

• Assist with documentation of HRIS processes and data management procedures

• Participate in user acceptance testing for system updates and data-related enhancements
  
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Data Science, Business, or related field

• Basic understanding of HR functions and processes

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly advanced Excel skills

• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

• Good problem-solving abilities

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information

• Eagerness to learn new systems and data analysis techniques

• Fluent in English (required)

• Professional French language proficiency (required)

Preferred Skills

• Previous exposure to any HRIS platform (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, ADP, etc.)

• Basic understanding of database concepts and data management principles

• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)

• Knowledge of HR data privacy regulations and compliance requirements

• Familiarity with basic data analysis techniques

• Previous internship or project experience in HR, system administration, or data analysis
  

About POLITICO

POLITICO is a global news and information company at the intersection of politics and policy. It is the essential online, mobile and print destination for the most influential people in the world. With publications based in Washington, D.C., New York, London, Paris, and Brussels, POLITICO boasts an enormous roster of the most talented reporters and editors in the world.

Equal Opportunity

It is POLITICO’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, age or any other characteristic protected by local laws and regulations.

Application Instructions & Further Details

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a CV and motivation letter in English outlining why you’re right for this role.

Location: Brussels
Employment level: Full-time
Type of role: Trainee

Updated: April 7, 2025
Job ID: 00639