Development Associate, Human Resources

About the position

The Development Associate position in Human Resources at Trustmark National Bank is part of a new graduate development program aimed at cultivating future leaders in the financial services industry. This role offers a comprehensive leadership curriculum over the first twelve months, focusing on personal and professional development through mentorship, hands-on assignments, and exposure to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Talent Development Manager in performing OD interventions such as Team Effectiveness and Assessment Services process and change management activities.
• Perform, coordinate, and administer various OD functions including career counseling, coaching, 360 assessments, and succession planning.
• Coordinate program schedules for Trustmark's development programs including Emerging Talent, Development Associate Program, Interns, Co-ops, and Technical Development Analyst.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Applied Psychology, or Human Resources with an emphasis in the relevant field.
• Scheduled to graduate on or before June 2025.
• Prior experience with Excel, including the ability to learn Pivot tables and v-lookups.
• Detail-oriented, organized, analytical with demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle complex projects with urgency and confidentiality, adaptability to change, and results-oriented.

Nice-to-haves

• Internship or prior work experience in a related field.
• Enthusiasm and genuine interest in developing a career with Trustmark and the financial industry.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.