# Human Capital Placement Year [Marshall Wace](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/marshall-wace.md) · London · United Kingdom · [Human Resources & Talent](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/human-resources-talent.md) Marshall Wace is hiring a Human Capital Placement Year in London. Posted 2026-09-02; applications close 2026-11-01. **Apply**: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mwinternshipprogram/jobs/8772729002 Posted 2d ago. ## Role details ## About the Role We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented **Human Capital Intern** to join our team for a **12-month placement**. This role offers hands-on experience across two key areas of Human Capital: **HC Administration** and **Talent Acquisition**. For the first six months, you will focus on **Talent Acquisition**, helping to attract, assess, and hire top industry talent. For the following six months, you will work within the Human Capital team, supporting the day-to-day operations of the HC department and assisting with employee lifecycle activities. This internship is designed to provide a well-rounded understanding of the HC function in a dynamic, supportive environment. ## Your Responsibilities ### HC Administration - Assist with maintaining employee records and HC databases. - Support the employee onboarding and offboarding processes, including updating internal trackers and preparing relevant documentation. - Assist with the management of trackers, including internal mobility and maternity/paternity leave. - Support HC queries and assist with benefits, leave, and absence management under guidance from the HC Manager. - Help coordinate internal communications, HC reports, and employee engagement initiatives. - Provide general administrative support to the HC team. ### Talent Acquisition - Support the end-to-end recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening CVs, and scheduling and conducting interviews. - Maintain recruitment tracking systems and assist with candidate correspondence. - Contribute to employer branding and talent pipeline initiatives. ## Our Requirements - Currently enrolled in a sandwich year programme at a top institution, with a keen interest in exploring Human Capital. - Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. - A proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and an interest in HR systems. - Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism. ## Why Join Us This placement offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your understanding of a strategic Human Capital function within one of the world’s leading alternative investment firms. You will gain broad exposure, build valuable professional skills, and contribute to a culture defined by innovation, excellence, and collaboration. ## Applying to this role This Human Capital Placement Year role at Marshall Wace runs through the firm's own careers portal and expects a CV and cover letter written specifically for the posting, not a portable submission carried across firms. Jorb AI's application agent tailors a CV and cover letter from your background to this posting and tracks the role alongside the rest of your applications. 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