Human Resources Trainee

Job Description

2027 Human Resources Global Graduate Management Trainee | Reynolds American Inc.

The Tone:
This is an accelerated entry-level opportunity within the Global Graduate Program at Reynolds American, located in Winston-Salem, NC. Reynolds American is evolving rapidly into a global multi-category business, driven by its core purpose to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. This Human Resources Global Graduate Management Trainee role is a crucial part of achieving this ambition, inviting colleagues to join the journey and shape tomorrow together. The program is specifically designed to fast-track careers globally, preparing participants for a Lead Manager role within one year, with further potential for international career opportunities across the broader BAT Group. In this role, you will significantly contribute to developing functional, leadership, and business capabilities through hands-on assignments and strategic rotations within the Human Resources function, supporting the company’s overarching people strategy and delivering meaningful business results.

The TL;DR
• Role: Global Graduate Program, Management Trainee
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Winston-Salem, NC
• Team: Human Resources Global Graduate. This role involves exposure across various HR domains including Talent and Organizational Effectiveness, HR Business Partnering, Rewards, HR Services, and Employment Law and Employee Relations. The program offers collaboration with HR professionals and business leaders.
• Mission: To accelerate the development of functional, leadership, and business capabilities in Human Resources, preparing a future Lead Manager to support the people strategy and deliver business results within a global multi-category business environment.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Strategic Insights: Conduct research and meticulously analyze data to support key HR initiatives, leveraging these insights to directly inform people strategies and critical business decisions across the organization.
• Program Implementation: Actively support the development and implementation of various programs spanning core HR functions such as Talent and Organizational Effectiveness, HR Business Partnering, Rewards, HR Services, and Employee Relations.
• People-Focused Contribution: Contribute directly to essential people-focused programs, including early-career recruitment, learning and development initiatives, comprehensive talent management strategies, and employee services.
• Policy & Employee Matters: Research and thoroughly analyze complex employee or policy-related matters, clearly communicate HR policies and procedures to relevant stakeholders, and escalate issues appropriately when required.
• Project Leadership: Lead assigned projects through effective collaboration with team members, exercise independent judgment in decision-making, demonstrate personal accountability for outcomes, and actively participate in all aspects of the program’s structured training and development activities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree or higher is required in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a closely related field. This is an accelerated, entry-level opportunity for college graduates.
• Experience: Candidates must possess one to three years of relevant professional experience in Human Resources, People Operations, Talent Management, or a related area. A willingness and proven ability to pursue career opportunities across BAT’s global footprint is a mandatory requirement for this global program.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for clear interaction with colleagues and leaders. The ability to analyze data effectively and subsequently develop clear, business-focused presentations is also critical for success in this role.