People Graduate

Join Saica Pack, a division of the Saica Group, where you'll have the opportunity to develop corrugated cardboard packaging solutions. At Saica Group, we have integrated the circular economy into our business model, embracing sustainability as the driving force behind a more responsible production model. We believe in talent, professional growth, and making a positive impact on the world. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where every day is an opportunity to innovate and create a better world, Saica Group is the place for you!

Taking part in our Graduate Program, we want to develop you as a future expert in our Company. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a successful, growing, multinational organisation. The Saica Graduate Program has created many leaders within the business.

As a People Graduate within Saica in the UK&I, you will receive a comprehensive 2-year development programme within one of the Saica divisions during which you will learn the business in depth, become familiar with Saica systems, People processes including plant payroll admin and all day-to-day operational HR processes, while contributing to real business projects across UK and Ireland sites. At the end of your 2-year development programme, you may apply for structured roles within the organisation and be considered to continue onto the graduate leadership development programme.

At Saica Group, we are more than an organization; we are a community committed to driving sustainable paper solutions for corrugated board and packaging while championing circularity in waste management. With over 10,000 colleagues in 11 countries, our rich history spanning 80 years and our unwavering dedication to our mission and values, we invite you to be part of a journey that leaves a lasting impact.

By joining the Saica Group, you're choosing more than a job – you're choosing a purpose-driven career that aligns with your values. You'll collaborate with like-minded individuals to shape a sustainable future, making a meaningful contribution to our world.

As a team member at Saica UKI Ltd, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary (starting salary £30k - £32k with annual reviews)
• Support towards obtaining your CIPD qualification
• Training provided for any job requirements new to you.
• Career development – we are a growing company so if you want to progress your career we will support you.
• Employee facilities – we strive to provide an attractive and inclusive working environment.
• Be part of a team - team working is core to how we operate.
• Relocation support (if required for placements)

Essential Requirements and skills:

• This post will require you to travel across our UK, Irish and European sites so the successful candidate will have no issue with travelling for work purposes.
• Graduates are also expected to undertake placements which may involve living away from your home location.
• University Degree in Human Resources or other related discipline.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Fluent English language skills – written and verbal.
• A full driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• You will also need to have an abundance of drive and energy.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of HR processes.
• Maximum 2 years’ experience within a HR function, although previous experience is not necessary as full training will be given.
• A second European language (e.g. Spanish or French) would be advantageous but is not essential.

If You Are:

• Team-player – support your colleagues and share your ideas.
• Open and transparent – tell it as it is, keep people updated with the facts.
• High standards – want to achieve good quality and great service.
• Self-motivated – personal drive to improve and achieve.

Then you will enjoy working at Saica!

The graduate scheme requires the individual to undertake placements which may take place at any of our UK & Ireland, or on occasion, international, locations. For this position, the first placement will be based in Saica Pack, Livingston, Scotland. Subsequent placements could be in any of our other regions across England, Wales or Ireland. You will receive support towards your living expenses when on temporary placement away from your normal home location. The role will also require periodic business travel to other Saica sites across the Saica group, including to other Countries. You must have the ability to be based at other Saica sites across UKI, Europe or US for extended periods of time in line with Graduate Programme requirements.

Saica is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.