HR Assistant

Hydrachem Limited; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading water purification company located in Billingshurst is seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to support various HR operations. The role requires proven HR experience or administrative skills, strong communication, and attention to detail. Responsibilities include handling day-to-day HR tasks, supporting recruitment, and maintaining personnel records. This part-time position offers a competitive salary and a friendly work environment, along with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Opportunities for career growth

Health and wellbeing programme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Assistant or administrative position.
• Mental Health First Aid qualification.
• Good level of conversational and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations of the HR function.
• Provide support during recruitment and onboarding.
• Maintain employee attendance systems.

Skills

Literate

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Tools

HR software

Job description

Job Title: HR Assistant

Location: Billingshurst, West Sussex

Salary: £25,500 pa pro rata

Job Type: Part-time, Fixed term (12 month) contract. Hours are negotiable.

About us

We are a dynamic and innovative small to medium sized business, established in Billingshurst in 1973. We are one of the World's leading manufacturers of water purification and disinfection tablets, supplying government organisations, charities and prominent retailers with our lifesaving products.

Our commitment to quality and sustainability drives our success, and we are looking for a dedicated and detail oriented HR Assistant to join our team on an initial fixed 12 month contract.

About the role

As a HR Assistant, you will support the department with all aspects of the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with labour laws and contributing to the smooth operation of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations of the HR function and duties, including maintaining personnel records.
• Provide support during the recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Maintain permanent employee attendance systems.
• Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys, etc.).
• Deal with employee requests and queries.

About you

• Highly literate. Good level of conversational and written English
• Proven experience as an HR Assistant or administrative position
• Knowledge of HR software (e.g., HRIS or HRMS)
• Mental Health First Aid qualified
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle data with confidentiality
• Approachable and emotionally intelligent

Benefits

• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Free onsite parking

Additional Information :

Hydrachem is an equal opportunities employer.

All data obtained will be handled in accordance with GDPR requirements.

If you feel you have the experience and knowledge we’re looking for, we would love to hear from you.

Please click on the APPLY to submit your CV for this role.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of: HR Assistant, HR Administrator, HR Coordinator, Admin Assistant, Receptionist, Administrator, Admin, Administrative Assistant, Secretary, Support Administrator, Company Receptionist, Customer Support, Client Service may also be considered for this role.