Future Talent Program - Talent Acquisition and HR Trainee

About the Program.

Are you passionate about sports and eager to start your career with a global leader in the industry? At adidas, we believe in the power of sport to change lives, and our mission is to be the best sports brand in the world. Kazakhstan is part of the Emerging Markets Central Cluster—a fast-growing region with strong business and brand ambitions.

The Future Talent Program in Kazakhstan is designed to bring together bright, ambitious, and passionate talents into the adidas world. This six-month program, starting in summer 2025, offers a unique blend of hands-on experience, learning, and development. You’ll support the Talent Acquisition and HR team in daily operations while leading a business development project, which you will present to adidas management at the program’s end. Beyond the invaluable experience, you’ll gain regional and global networking opportunities, sharpen your commercial and business acumen, and, upon successful completion, have the chance to join the adidas talent pool—opening doors to future career opportunities within the company.

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

As a key member of the adidas Kazakhstan Talent Acquisition and HR team, you will support the full recruitment cycle, contribute to various TA and HR initiatives, conduct data analysis and reporting, enhance the candidates and employees experience, and assist in developing TA and HR related materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full recruitment cycle support: assist with job postings, candidate sourcing, initial screenings, interview coordination, and offer management.
• Candidate engagement: ensure a seamless recruitment experience by coordinating interviews and providing timely feedback.
• Retail hiring assistance: support the hiring process for retail positions, including interview scheduling and candidate communication.
• Talent sourcing: utilize internal databases, job boards, universities, and job fairs to identify and attract potential candidates.
• Data and reporting: prepare analytical reports, track key recruitment metrics, and maintain recruitment documentation.
• Collaboration with hiring managers: assist in clarifying job requirements and support hiring managers in their recruitment efforts.
• Process improvement & employer branding: contribute to projects aimed at optimizing recruitment efficiency and enhancing adidas’ employer brand.
• Event Support: assist in organizing events and initiatives to attract and engage top talent, recruitment upskilling trainings and internal events and communications.

Key requirements:

• Graduate degree 2024-2025 with a high GPA in Human Resources and Business Administration.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and Power Point.
• Fluent in English (verbal & written).
• Interested in a career in Talent Acquisition.
• Highly self-motivated, solution-focused, and detail-oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to handle confidential information sensitively.
• Growth mindset and eagerness to learn.
• Confident communicator skilled in cross-functional collaboration.
• Capable of using own initiative.
• Agile and open to change.

Key facts:

• Duration: 6 months.
• Schedule: full time with a flexible hybrid model.
• Competitive compensation.
• Location: adidas Kazakhstan office, Almaty, Dostyk av. 210.
• Mentorship programs and monthly meetings about progression.

Next steps:

• To apply for the role, please submit your up-to-date CV in English.
• If your profile meets the requirements, the first stage will be a phone interview.
• Upon successful completion of the phone interview, you will be invited for an interview with the Talent Acquisition Manager.
• The final stage will be a case interview with the hiring managers' team.