Assistant HR Administrator

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.
Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with a global reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we are always looking for top talent ready to bring their best.  This is an entry-level apprenticeship role designed to provide hands-on experience across a broad range of HR activities while working toward a recognised HR qualification (e.g., CIPD Level 3 or level 5). The HR Assistant (Apprentice) will support the HR Business Partner, within the Battery and Mobility (BAM) Business Unit, in delivering high-quality HR services to the business, ensuring an efficient, professional and confidential service.
This role is ideal for someone looking to begin a career in Human Resources, with full training and support provided.
HR Administration
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR Business Partner.
Maintain accurate employee records on HR systems (e.g., Workday).
Assist with preparing HR documents, including contracts, offer letters, and reference requests.
Support the maintenance of personnel files in line with GDPR and company policy.
Assist with HR reporting, data entry and ensuring accuracy of information.
Recruitment & Onboarding
Support the recruitment process by posting job adverts, scheduling interviews, and communicating with candidates.
Assist with preparing interview packs and maintaining the applicant tracking system.
Help coordinate onboarding activities, including induction schedules and new starter documentation.
Employee Lifecycle Support
Support processes such as new starters, leavers, probation reviews and contract changes.
Help maintain absence records and support the production of absence reports.
Employee Relations Support
Support HR colleagues with note-taking during formal and informal meetings (e.g., Observe and learn how HR colleagues manage ER cases, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
General HR Support
Provide a first point of contact for basic HR queries, escalating more complex issues appropriately to the HR Business Partner.
Assist in coordinating company events, recognition initiatives and engagement activities.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to support HR initiatives.
During your apprenticeship, you will gain experience and knowledge in:
UK employment law foundations
HR processes across the full employee lifecycle
Recruitment and selection principles
HR system usage and data management
You will also complete a recognised qualification such as CIPD Level 3 HR Support (or equivalent) or CIPD Level 5 HR Associate Diploma in People Management (or equivalent) with study time provided.
A genuine interest in pursuing a career in HR
Good IT skills, including MS Office
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Eligibility to complete a Level 3/ Level 5 HR apprenticeship programme
HR experience preferred but not essential
Benefits Of The Apprenticeship
Fully funded HR qualification
On-the-job training and mentoring
Exposure to all areas of HR
Opportunity to develop skills and progress within the profession
At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.