Human Resources Graduate (Paris)

At Colt, our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we are always pushing ourselves to deliver the connectivity that matters most to them.

Join our Human Resources Graduate Programme as an HR Advisor, and you’ll partner with some of the leading experts within People & Culture who will coach and inspire you on your career journey. You’ll grow and develop quickly in a fast-paced environment, as you help us attract, develop and retain other great talent and empower all of our people to achieve our business goals together.

At the end of the programme, you’ll become a permanent employee within our People & Culture function.

What you’ll be doing:

Working in our People & Culture function, you’ll be an integral in providing high quality HR support to ensure successful delivery of our strategic plan. You’ll be working closely with relevant teams to ensure our employees feel supported in their work, and ensuring that standardises HR processes are effectively and accurately implemented in a consistent and timely manner.

You’ll also be responsible for:

• Managing HR processes as part of Onboarding and Induction management
• Collaborating with specialist teams (e.g. Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Procurement, Finance, Legal, etc.) to deliver KPIs and high quality services compliant with global standards and business expectations
• Delivering ongoing, continuous improvement to our HR processes and systems
• Providing local benefits administration support and managing employee queries
• Administration and day-to-day management of operational processes as part of employee life cycle management

Who are we looking for?

You must have a Bachelors university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Science or a related field, and be fluent in both English and French. You should have a genuine enthusiasm for helping others succeed, whilst growing your own talents in a fast-paced environment.

Other qualities we look for include:

• You’re self-motivated, leading by example, taking initiative, and driven to succeed
• You should be comfortable with numbers and analysis, and can convey ideas persuasively in person and in writing
• You stay focused and motivated through setbacks, overcoming obstacles with a positive attitude
• You love learning, adapting, and continuously improving through feedback and new experiences

When you join Colt, we want you to know that you can make your mark. Our people genuinely care, and this allows us to create extraordinary experiences and the strongest relationships with our customers. Our talented and diverse network of people spreads far and wide, offering local knowledge and dedicated support whenever our customers need it.

We know our people matter

As a graduate at Colt, you’ll be able to build a career with clear development opportunities in a global organisation. We’ll give you all the support and control you need to progress your professional development and make your mark, from on-the-job training to formal learning and mentoring. You’ll always be empowered to debate, discuss, listen, and share your own ideas – all in the pursuit of the best solutions for our customers and our business. At the end of the programme, you’ll become a permanent employee within our People & Culture function.

Work-life balance is important to us, so you’ll be able to enjoy our flexible first policy which allows you to work anywhere.

As well as a competitive salary and incentive plan, you’ll have access to a range of benefits and local rewards, including:

• Flexible working and relaxed dress code
• Two annual volunteering days
• Private medical insurance
• Access to a virtual business school for ongoing learning
• Business mentoring

A bit about us

We’re Colt, a global digital infrastructure company creating solutions that connect people, cities and businesses around the world. Our networking and connectivity products and services put the power of the digital universe in the hands of our customers.

We live by our Colt values every day, whether we’re launching new products or solving problems together! Our values represent how we behave and are integral to our culture.

We know people matter – We build relationships based on trust, honest, respect and integrity.

We always find a better way – By staying one step ahead we empower our customers to succeed, being swift to adapt and taking responsibility for the promises we make.

We win together – We believe in the power of many, and collaborate on ideas, sharing risks and recognition among all. When we make a decision we understand its impact and rally behind the decision to make it a success.

We can change the world – We want to make the world a better place. Better connected, more sustainable, fairer for all. We use what we have – passion, technology, and connectivity – to create good.

Location: Paris, France

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Programme Length: 2 years