HR Intern in Bracknell

At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology. The HR Intern will provide day‑to‑day HR administrative and HRIS support for the EMEA based employees. This role is ideal for an early‑stage HR professional keen to develop strong foundations in HR operations, systems, and data accuracy. The position offers hands‑on exposure to core HR processes, employee lifecycle administration, and HR information systems while working closely with the UK HR team. We are looking for a curious individual with experience applying AI methods to streamline processes. The HR Intern will also promote Cadence’s internal brand and help develop Cadence culture across our UK sites.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Administration
  • Provide administrative support across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, changes, and leavers
  • Prepare and issue standard HR correspondence, including contracts, offer documentation, and confirmation letters
  • Coordinate and distribute new starter welcome communications
  • Maintain accurate employee records, both electronically and (where required) in paper files
  • Support benefits administration and respond to routine employee queries, escalating when appropriate
  • Ensure all HR documentation is processed in line with internal policies and data protection requirements
• HRIS (Human Resources Information System)
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date employee data within the HRIS
  • Support data entry, audits, and regular checks to ensure system accuracy
  • Assist with HRIS reporting by extracting basic data for the HR team
  • Support HRIS‑related process improvements and documentation
  • Act as a first point of contact for basic HRIS queries from employees and managers
• Policy, Procedures and Processes
  • Support the documentation and updating of HR processes and procedures
  • Assist with maintaining HR policies and intranet content as required
• Recruitment
  • Assist HR Representative and Sr Recruiter with recruitment activities when required, including:
  • Circulating CVs to hiring managers and gaining feedback
  • Liaising with candidates and responding as appropriate
  • Arranging interviews
  • Sending out and collecting all required information from New Starters for contracts
  • Liaising with HR Director, HR Representative and Recruiter to ensure contracts are created in a timely manner
  • Monitoring return of completed contracts and forms and following up when required

Essential Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Studying towards, or recently completed, an HR qualification (e.g. CIPD Level 3 or equivalent)
• Interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proactive, reliable, and keen to learn

Desirable

• Previous administrative experience (in a fast‑paced environment; HR or office‑based preferred)
• Interest in HR systems, data, or process improvement
• Curiosity about how technology or AI can improve administrative processes

Personal Attributes

• Curious and inquisitive nature
• Demonstrable interest in AI practices
• Proactive and highly organised with a structured approach to work
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Accessible, active, optimistic, outgoing, patient and able to build relationships at all levels
• Committed to accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Strong communication skills and excellent teamwork spirit
• Able to establish credibility quickly with customers at all levels
• Able to empathise with others, show sensitivity and confidentiality
• Able to work under pressure and prioritise workload to ensure deadlines are met
• Adaptable and open to change
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday per year
• Private Medical and Dental plans, Income Protection and Life Insurance
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Cycle to work scheme (minimum of 12 months on contract) and gym subsidy
• The opportunity to work for a Great Place to Work and Fortune 100 organisation
• And much more

Cadence is committed to equal employment opportunity and employment equity throughout all levels of the organization. We strive to attract a qualified and diverse candidate pool and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace.