Job Description
Human Resource Apprentice
Why work for us?
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. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.
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 globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we’re always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!
Job Summary
To support the Human Resources (HR) team in delivering an efficient and professional service to employees and managers, whilst developing knowledge, skills, and behaviours through a Level 3 HR apprenticeship programme.
This role is suitable for a school leaver looking to start a career in Human Resources and gain practical experience in a busy manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Administration
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team
- Maintain accurate employee records on HR systems (e.g. Workday)
- Assist with preparing HR documents such as letters, contracts, and reports
- Ensure employee files and records are up to date and compliant
2. Recruitment & Onboarding
- Support recruitment activities, including posting adverts and arranging interviews
- Assist with candidate communications and interview scheduling
- Help prepare onboarding documentation for new starters
- Support new employee inductions and orientation sessions
3. Employee Support
- Act as a first point of contact for basic HR queries from employees
- Provide guidance on HR processes, referring more complex queries to the HR team
- Promote HR systems and tools and support employees in using them
4. Employee Relations Support
- Provide administrative support for employee relations processes (e.g. Absence, disciplinary, grievance cases)
- Assist with maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Support absence tracking and reporting
5. Learning & Development
- Assist in organising training sessions and maintaining training records
- Support the coordination of development activities
- Take an active role in own learning and development through the apprenticeship programme
6. HR Systems & Data
- Input and update information on HR systems and databases
- Support data accuracy and reporting
- Assist with basic HR data analysis under guidance
- Support payroll processes by preparing relevant data where required
7. Team & Project Support
- Support HR projects and initiatives as required
- Assist with employee engagement activities and communications
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the site
Learning & Development (Apprenticeship Requirements)
- Work towards achieving a Level 3 HR Support qualification (CIPD or equivalent)
- Attend all required training sessions and complete coursework within agreed deadlines
- Apply learning from the apprenticeship programme to day-to-day tasks
- Develop understanding of HR processes, employment law basics, and workplace behaviours
Qualifications & Entry Requirements
- GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or above preferred)
- Strong interest in developing a career in Human Resources or Business Administration
- No previous HR experience required
Skills & Behaviours
- Good communication skills (written and verbal)
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Reliable, professional, and responsible approach to work
Working Conditions
- Office-based role within a manufacturing environment
- Regular interaction with employees, managers, and HR team
- May require flexibility to support business needs
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. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, colour, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.