At Harmattan AI, we are a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Driven by rigorous engineering developments of new defense products based on recent robotics and AI developments, we are on a steep growth trajectory. If you are interested in a career in a highly technical environment, thrive on pushing boundaries, and want to achieve ambitious goals, we would love to hear from you.
You will join the Operations Team at a pivotal moment of scale. As our first HR Apprentice, you’ll play a critical role in supporting our ambitious growth by contributing to both recruitment and daily operations. You will be exposed to a wide range of topics, from talent acquisition to HR tasks and daily operations and help build a world-class team across France, Switzerland, and the US.
Talent Acquisition – Focus Sourcing
Identify, engage, and qualify top talent using platforms like LinkedIn and GitHub.
Support the creation and publication of job descriptions.
Manage our candidate pipeline and ensure a smooth candidate experience.
Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and priorities.
Generalist Support
Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
Help maintain employee records and documentation.
Contribute to the organization of internal events, training initiatives
Contribute to the smooth operation of daily workplace logistics and office management, maintaining a productive and engaging work environment.
Assist with administrative & legal tasks related to HR tools, contracts, payroll, benefits and performance tracking.
Academic Background: Currently enrolled in a Tier-1 Master’s program with a focus in HR, Business, Legal Studies, or a related field.
Interest in Talent: Strong interest in recruitment, HR and operations in a fast-paced, technical environment.
Autonomy & Rigor: Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication in French and English.
Tools: Comfortable with spreadsheets, ATS/HRIS tools, and sourcing platforms.
Mindset: Collaborative, humble, and eager to learn; no task is too small.
Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives.
Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence.
We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.