HR Coordinator

Element Materials Technology; Old Woking; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global chemical company in Woking is seeking an HR Coordinator to support HR services across the employee lifecycle. The role involves handling HR queries, coordinating onboarding, and maintaining records, suited for someone early in their HR career. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to confidentiality and ethical practices. The position offers competitive compensation, including a performance-related bonus and benefits like pension contributions and medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Up to 8% pension contribution

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday

Free parking

Qualifications

• Strong accountability and conscientiousness in handling tasks.
• Ability to work professionally with employees at all levels.
• Interest in developing an HR career and eager to learn.
• Experience or strong aptitude in HR administration.
• High levels of accuracy with employee data and documents.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for HR queries.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS.
• Support payroll inputs and benefits administration.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local laws.

Skills

Detail-focused

Communication skills

HR administration

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

SuccessFactors

Microsoft Office

Job description

As an HR Coordinator, you will support the smooth day‑to‑day delivery of HR services across the employee lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a first point of contact for employees and managers on general HR queries, escalating as appropriate to the relevant HR Manager
• Coordinating onboarding and offboarding activities, including contracts, documentation, system access, and induction support
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records within the HRIS and personnel files
• Supporting HR processes such as probation management, absence tracking, contract changes, and data audits
• Assisting with payroll inputs, benefits administration, and coordination with external providers for annual renewals
• Supporting recruitment administration, including interview scheduling, offer documentation, and pre‑employment checks
• Ensuring HR activities comply with company policies, local labour laws, and global governance requirements
• Providing administrative support for cyclical HR activities such as performance reviews, and reporting
• Contributing to continuous improvement of HR processes in a structured, regulated environment

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and service‑focused HR Coordinator to provide essential administrative and coordination support to our HR function within a global chemical organisation. This role is ideal for someone early in their HR career who is eager to build strong foundations in HR operations, compliance, and employee support while working in a complex, international environment. The role will be based onsite in Woking with flexibility for hybrid working. You are organised, dependable, and motivated by delivering a high‑quality service experience. You take pride in accuracy, enjoy supporting others, and approach sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Key Qualifications

• Detail‑focused and conscientious, with a strong sense of accountability
• Approachable and professional when working with employees at all levels
• Curious and keen to learn, with an interest in developing an HR career
• Comfortable working to processes, deadlines, and compliance requirements
• A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting a broader HR function, HR Administration & Coordination: Experience or strong aptitude in HR administration or shared services environments
• Attention to detail: High levels of accuracy when handling employee data, documentation, and systems
• Confidentiality & ethics: Ability to manage sensitive information with integrity and discretion
• Organisation & time management: Capability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured environment
• Communication skills: Clear and professional written and verbal communication
• Systems confidence: Comfort using HR (SuccessFactors) systems, databases, and Microsoft Office tools
• Teamwork & collaboration: Willingness to work closely with HR, payroll colleagues and other business stakeholders

Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi‑step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customer manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, and offshore energy. Customers of our businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on us to help them navigate in fast‑paced, high‑growth markets. For example, in‑care technology, from infotainment to driver assistance, is accelerating the paste of new product development and automotive markets, and with a deep market expertise in electronics, we sit at the intersection of the fast‑growing market, changing the competitive playing field for automotive manufacturers, with a long‑standing presence. We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'- our '5C's'; challenge, commit, collaborate, choose, and care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Benefits & Compensation

Challenge yourself and impact the future! As part of our team here, you will receive a competitive base salary and participate in a generous performance‑related bonus scheme. In addition you will receive up to 8% employer contribution to your pension, life assurance and private medical insurance, as well as 25 days holiday. We are based outside of Woking town centre and have our own free parking.

Teamwork & Culture

At Element Solutions Inc, you will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross‑functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high‑performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.