Looking for an HR role where you can make a real impact while working for a business that genuinely cares about people, the planet, and doing things the right way?
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK’s most respected and ethical manufacturers as an HR Assistant, supporting a values-led organisation whose products are loved globally and whose commitment to sustainability runs deep.
With a hybrid working model (including Fridays from home), excellent benefits, and the chance to work closely with an experienced HR Business Partner, this role offers both stability and the opportunity to grow your HR career in a meaningful way.
The Role at a Glance:
HR Assistant
Glasgow - Hybrid - Fridays WFH plus occasional site attendance as needed
Up to £30,000 DOE
Plus Excellent Benefits Package Including 33 days holiday, Pension, Income Protection Benefit, Access to (email address removed) (EAP, GP and Physio Services), Death in Service 3x Annual Salary and More…
Full Time - Permanent - 8am - 4.30pm Mon-Thurs and 8am - 3pm Friday (WFH)
Reporting to: HR Business Partner
Values: Ethical, Sustainable, Trusted
Company: UK's Largest Bar Soap Manufacturer with a global customer base whose products Featured In: British Vogue, GLAMOUR, Elle, GQ, Beauty Bay, Stylist Magazine, HELLO! And More…
Your Background / Skills: HR Experience. Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. MS Office. Handling Confidential Information. CIPD is desirable.
Our Story:
Founded in 1988 by The Body Shop entrepreneur Dame Anita Roddick, Soapworks has always been driven by innovation, exceptional product quality, and a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility. More than 35 years later, we continue to stand at the forefront of the industry, trusted by 50 of the world’s top brands as a leading supplier and partner.
In 2018, we joined the Daabon Group, a global leader in sustainable and organic ingredients, further strengthening our commitment to ethical and eco-friendly production.
As passionate advocates for sustainability, we are committed to promoting the environmental benefits of bar soaps. Our dedication has earned us numerous awards and certifications, including the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Award for Sustainability, placing us among the top 5% of companies in our sector. But we’re not stopping there - we are actively working towards net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, ensuring that our impact on the planet is as clean as the products we create.
Beyond business, we believe in making a difference and have a well developed SOAP AID programme where we collaborate with NGOs and Charities to donate life saving soap bars to areas of need or natural disaster across the world demonstrating our commitment to global well-being.
We don’t just make soap - we create products that align with a better, more sustainable future.
The Opportunity:
Join the engine room of the business as an HR Assistant, providing hands-on support across the full employee lifecycle.
From recruitment and onboarding to payroll support and compliance, you’ll help shape a positive employee experience while keeping HR records accurate and processes compliant with UK employment law and company policies.
Key Responsibilities Include:
• Be a key partner to the HR Business Partner, supporting payroll administration, recruitment, onboarding, and a wide range of HR activities across the business.
• Take ownership of maintaining accurate HR systems and departmental records (both digital and paper-based), ensuring strict adherence to data privacy and GDPR requirements.
• Provide essential administrative support across employee relations matters, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management — preparing documentation, coordinating meetings, taking minutes, and accurately recording outcomes.
• Handle sensitive employee information with the utmost confidentiality, professionalism, and impartiality at all times.
• Support the smooth running of probationary review processes by monitoring progress and ensuring reviews are completed on time.
• Play an active role in HR compliance and audit activity by preparing documentation and responding efficiently to audit requests.
• Act as a first point of contact for routine HR queries from employees and managers, responding promptly and professionally and escalating complex or policy-related issues where appropriate.
• Champion health and safety best practice by actively complying with policies and procedures, helping to maintain a safe and healthy working environment for everyone.
About You:
• CIPD qualified or working towards a CIPD qualification (desirable, but not essential).
• Previous experience in an HR administration role, with a solid understanding of day-to-day HR processes.
• Practical knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, with the confidence to apply this in a business setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word, with the ability to produce accurate and professional documentation.
• Trusted to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
• Highly organised with strong administrative skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive and supportive in approach, able to work independently while effectively managing and prioritising workload.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both written and verbally.
What’s on Offer:
• Up to £30,000 per annum DOE
• 4-weekly pay cycle
• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays rising with service
• Pension
• Death in Service benefit of 3x basic salary
• Income Protection Benefit after 1 year in role
• Access to (email address removed) who provide EAP, GP & Physio services. They also provide information on health, family, money & work, as well as discounts with various retailers.
If you’re an organised, people-focused HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a business shaping a more sustainable future, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your HR career and become part of a company that’s proud of its purpose, its people, and its impact on the world.
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