HR Coordinator (Temporary Cover)

About the role

The Faculty of History at the University of Cambridge is looking for a positive and proactive HR Coordinator to join its professional services team. The post covers a large and diverse faculty, one of the largest History departments in the world, in a fast-paced environment. It is a fixed-term position of 12 months.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for all HR matters and give advice and guidance to staff
• Provide clear and accurate advice on HR policy and employment relations
• Coordinate HR processes such as recruitment, reviews and onboarding
• Ensure HR processes are appropriate, in line with legislation and follow best practice
• Line manage and support the HR Administrator
• Take the lead on visa and global mobility matters
• Undertake payroll administration duties

Required profile

• Experience in an HR role
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work independently and with initiative
• Enjoys problem-solving and variety in day-to-day tasks

Applications are open to external candidates and to internal candidates wishing to apply for a secondment from their current University role. Applications are made online through the university's recruitment system, quoting reference JJ51647.