Human Resources
There are a number of areas of the business that you will be exposed to in order to ensure that you get a full understanding of the strategic nature of HR. These include Talent and Organisational Development, Learning and Development, Reward, HR Marketing and HR Operations. Besides building functional expertise, the programme will develop your business awareness and leadership skills.
Talent
BAT has a strong culture of investing in and developing talent and it’s crucial that you understand the importance and value of organisational development. During your program you will gain:
- Knowledge in recruitment, which includes HR planning, selecting and assessing employees for positions of different level of management
- Ability to effectively manage the "Employer Brand" to ensure that the company is perceived as an Employer of Choice
- Ability to effectively utilize and negotiate the services of employment agencies
- Understanding of Talent Management tools, processes and programs
- Understanding of the link between Corporate Strategy, Organisational Capabilities, Individual Capabilities and how People Development affects these 3 factors. You will develop an ability to conduct Learning Needs Analysis and to manage external training providers, as well as being able to design, administer and evaluate short training programme
- Knowledge and application of effective Performance Management and its role in creating a high performance culture.
Organisational Development & Effectiveness
- Knowledge and understanding of the local employment market; cultural, social, economic trends, competitor behaviour
- Understanding of Change and Organisational Development strategies and concepts in building a high performing organisation
- Ability to customise HR processes in accordance with a changing environment
Reward
Your training will concentrate on the Reward strategy, principles and philosophy and also will give you an awareness of Job Evaluation concepts and processes
HR Business Partners
As an HR specialist you will need to be able to manage people issues and understand and appreciate HR’s impact on the business, educate and enable company management on people management philosophy, principles, tools and processes. During your training you will also gain:
- Ability to execute efficient processes for managing talent, performance, learning and reward
- Ability to interpret relevant employment legislation impacting day-to-day activities
- Knowledge of HR policies and procedures including Employee Relations procedures such as disciplinary procedures, etc.
- Ability to manage conflicts in the workplace
Testimonial
Larisa Pay
Head of HR, Caucasus and Central Asia
Why British American Tobacco might be the best employer for a graduate?
BAT is The Company where you can achieve whatever you are up to, organisation ready to offer you fantastic opportunity for stretch, intense learning and real business exposure. We value a lot young talent who brings us energy, knowledge, challenge us and have another 'fresh' view! The Management Trainee development programme in BAT has a long history hence it is very well established and valued by all levels. We do provide what is required to support graduates for the career success: structured development programme, coaching, mentoring and responsibility!!!
Tips and tricks for MT candidates
Believe in yourself and Be yourself. This is an adventure and definitely no matter which result you will get after selection you will meet or come across interesting people and this will be valuable experience for you. You would need to focus yourself in order to open up and show the best of you in a very short time.
What was your personal experience of working with British American Tobacco?
I am with BAT for 12 years already....And it speaks for itself. I expected a lot from my Employer: dynamic and demanding work, space for self realisation, welcoming culture, professional people and support for growth - since I am getting all of it my motivation and intention stays with the Company and in return I do give my commitment, knowledge, experience and dedication. I grew up in this Company both professionally and personally. I met so many challenges on my way but I always got great people leaders to navigate me and support. Every day I come to work I learn something new and people around me inspire me to go further. BAT is truly Global Organisation.
