Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting and varied HR role with an inspiring, world-leading organisation? Do you want to contribute to our mission to educate and develop a scientific understanding of Materials Science?

The Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy is looking for an HR Coordinator (Maternity Cover) to manage a comprehensive HR service for all staff to support the effective operation of the department.

Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term for 5 months or the return of the post holder, whichever is earlier. Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role at the University.

The Department is based on the West Cambridge site (see for further information).

The person appointed will be the first point of contact for all HR matters in the department and provide advice and guidance to staff.

Key responsibilities include: - Taking the lead on recruitment matters - Providing clear and accurate advice to staff on HR policy and employment relations issues. - Supporting the implementation of strategic HR initiatives, including planning processes and decisions, equality and diversity, well-being and talent management - Provide support regarding visitors and visas in consultation with our Compliance Team - Line management.

You will be experienced in HR in a coordinator, advisor or officer role, have excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic, as well as the ability and motivation to learn new skills and keep abreast of new policy and regulatory changes. You should be able to work autonomously and will benefit from a network of HR Coordinators across the School of Physical Sciences.

We operate a flexible working environment and are open to a range of contact hours and working patterns, including one day working from home. Due to the need to foster a good understanding of the department and build relationships, this role is predominantly office-based.

If successful, you will have access to a clear induction plan to ensure you are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve success, an annual development review to support your personal development, access to University training courses to support your ongoing learning and development and a supportive and inclusive working environment that encourages collaboration and supports wellbeing.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment and a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role at the University.

Click the \'Apply\' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Please see the role description for more information and email Georgia Marceau (HR Coordinator) at if you have any questions, quoting the vacancy reference below.

Please quote reference LJ38393 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

Click the \'Apply\' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact Georgia Marceau (HR Coordinator) at .

Advert Closing date: Sunday 24th September 2023

Please quote reference LJ38393 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Further information

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