People Team Intern

Job description

About Intent HQ Intent HQ redefines customer understanding for the agentic era, enabling enterprises to influence customer decisions at the moments that determine growth, loyalty, and competitive advantage. As the Human-to-AI Context Company, we offer groundbreaking AI technology that creates the missing context of human behaviour and individuality, transforming data into confident decisions that reflect how people actually act in the real world. We enable brands to Act With Intent. Trusted by global enterprises, Intent HQ manages 325M+ profiles and processes 250B events daily. We won AI Business of the Year (National AI Awards 2025), Analytics Company of the Year (British Data Awards 2025), and winner of Best AI Ethics & Diversity Strategy (AI World Series Awards 2025), recognising Intent HQ’s AI innovation, analytics excellence, and ethical leadership. Intent HQ is a proven partner for leaders seeking measurable growth, faster decision velocity, and responsible AI-driven advantage. To learn more, Why Join Us: Exciting Work Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology at the intersection of AI and data analytics. Growth Opportunities: Advance your career in a fast-paced, innovative industry. Hybrid working: Based in our London office 4 days per week and the rest of the week remote, depending on your location. Recent Awards & Recognition: Best AI Ethics & Diversity Award 2025 - AI World Series Awards AI Business of the Year 2025 - The National AI Awards Analytics Company of the Year 2025 – British Data Awards AI Company of the Year 2024 – British Data Awards FT1000 Europe’s Fastest Growing Companies 2022–2024 – Financial Times & Statista Top 100 Edge Computing Company 2024 – STL Partners Why Join Us: Impactful Role part of a high performing team Growth Opportunities: Advance your career in a fast-paced, innovative industry Hybrid role: 4 days per week in our state-of-the-art London office plus access to the onsite gym (including towel serviced showers and changing facilities) The Opportunity We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented People & Office Intern to join our team. One half of the role will focus on working within well-defined processes, using checklists and systems to ensure accuracy and consistency. The other half of the role will focus on ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the London office. In this varied and fast-paced role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support across the People Team, including general HR administration, recruitment coordination and maintaining compliance with our policies and procedures. You will act as a first point of contact for employees and managers, offering initial guidance and directing queries appropriately. A core element of the role will involve using AI-enhanced tools to streamline People processes, improve documentation, and support data accuracy — as well as contributing ideas for how generative AI can be used to improve workflow efficiency and employee experience. The position also has responsibility for the London Office Experience, helping to ensure a welcoming, well-run working environment for all colleagues and visitors. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our organisation and support the growth and development of our employees whilst accelerating your own career in a fast paced, cutting edge, technology organisation. The People team is a collaborative, supportive and professional team and we are looking for a like minded individual to add to our mix! If you are a motivated and proactive team player with a passion for People administration and ensuring employees have a great working experience, we’d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities People Administration Supporting the People Team by accurately maintaining employee records, ensuring they are up-to-date and stored securely within our People tools. This will include the full spectrum of HR / People administration and the complete employee lifecycle such as drafting various update letters, background checks and references for new joiners and employee leaving processes and records. Recruitment support: Assist the recruitment process by scheduling interviews, candidate liaison, and supporting the Global Head of Talent as required. HR compliance: Together with the team, ensure our administration is in compliance with company policies and procedures and external requirements such as local employment law, ISO 27001 and SOC2 audits. Assist with various People projects and initiatives, such as employee engagement surveys, performance management processes, and office experience programs. People Office Experience Responsible for employee experience activities within the London office. These duties may include, but are not limited to, arranging weekly office lunches, weekly brunches, and various social events. Handling office orders including the weekly food shop Coordinating on-site events and meetings, including the quarterly Senior Leadership Onsite meetings Supporting the Procurement (Facilities) team on an ad hoc basis, Generally helping to maintain a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere. *Guidance and training on the above will be provided to you where necessary. What we’re looking for A “can do” proactive attitude and the ability to thrive under competing priorities and deadlines Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail & accuracy are essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently as well as part of a team Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion To be able to work from our Holborn based office a minimum of 4 days per week Desirable but not essential: Entry level experience (ideally 1-3 year) working in an HR / People administrative role or similar position. We are also open to hear from proactive recent graduates. Proficient in the use of Google drive and use of Macbook Pro Proactive can do attitude Our Culture Working for Intent HQ, you have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in an environment where you are encouraged to think and act outside traditional methods. We are a growing business with a flat structure meaning everyone is visible and able to make an impact, not just in their own role, but across the business on a daily basis. We promote a collaborative, innovative and sociable culture, oriented towards performance and competitive advantage. Our DNA is made up of flexibility to all staff with a family friendly approach and focus on personal development. We have high expectations and pride ourselves on our cultural standards. Diversity & Inclusion Intent HQ is an equal opportunities employer with an ethos of commitment to promoting and practicing diversity, equality and inclusion at work. At IHQ, different perspectives, ideas and experiences are valued and respected, with fair and equal opportunities provided for all. Our diversity and inclusion efforts have been recognised with us winning two consecutive Women in Tech UK Awards, under the Best Tech Employer (51-149 Employees)’ category & being shortlisted for the Best Employer for Parental Support award - an achievement we are very proud of. This year in 2024 we have been nominated again for the Best Tech Employer and our in house recruiter has been shortlisted for the Best In house Recruiter award! Benefits Flexible working Private medical insurance, depending on eligibility Free breakfast daily (when in the office) 26 days holiday (increasing with service) Pension scheme Income Protection with Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance Oliva Mental Health platform and counselling Higher than statutory maternity/paternity benefits Work socials Wellbeing programme Cycle to work scheme Training opportunities