This is a great opportunity to join an established HR Team in the Estates Division. The HR team are part of the wider Central HR Division at the University which supports the University Administration Services (UAS). This is an exciting time in the Estates Division as they lead the "Reshaping our Estates Programme" which affects every part of the University. This is a critical role in the delivery of HR Operations to the division both in supporting HR admin activity but also improving processes and creating new ways of working, most notably with recruitment., Reporting to the HR Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day HR functions including the recruitment processes, HR issues and contractual matters. The role holder will monitor and review systems and procedures for ensuring best practice and compliance; support the development of ED HR policies; making recommendations for improvements, making implementations and monitoring changes agreed by the ED leadership.
* have experience of working in a generalist HR role, including recruitment, employment relations and general administration.
* be able to demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality and good work ethic when dealing with issues.
* have up to date knowledge of employment law and HR best practices and be confident in providing advice to line managers.
* have excellent organisational skills, the ability to coordinate various HR processes concurrently, managing a busy workload and tight deadlines.
* be able to critically evaluate existing practices, creating, developing and implementing improvements and new processes.
About you: In order to succeed in this role, you will join us with:
* CIPD Level 5 or equivalent level of practical experience
* Knowledge of employment law and policies and procedures
* Significant experience of managing recruitment and other HR processes
* Advanced knowledge of HR Administration/Coordination
* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Competitive rates of pay with automatic service-related pay progression and annual cost of living increases;
* Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days paid leave (including bank holidays);
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities;
* Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes (e.g. workplace nurseries and salary exchange schemes for childcare);
* An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution;
The University of Cambridge is committed to supporting our staff to thrive both professionally and personally. We aim to support a good work/life balance, whilst retaining the positive aspects of our unique in-person environment and culture. Elements of this role are suitable for hybrid working, where staff can split their time between in-person collaboration and remote working. The frequency of the remote elements of the role can be discussed with the recruiting manager. Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.