HR Administrative Assistant

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

The Department of Medicine is the largest Department in the School of Clinical Medicine at the University of Cambridge. Research is our major focus, from the fundamental aspects of biology through to work on disease mechanisms as well as clinical translations.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Professional Service Team for a HR Administrator to join our friendly HR team. The position is available on a full-time, permanent basis. The role holder reports to the Senior HR Coordinator.

This position plays an important part in the HR team, providing key administration support, and an efficient service to the wider Department. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and be well organised. You will be self-motivated and reliable, with previous administrative experience, and be used to dealing with confidential information. You will be working with multiple processes and managing your own workload to meet multiple deadlines. A good general knowledge surrounding the concepts and principles of HR administration is highly desirable, along with the desire to learn and develop further skills in this area.

Candidates should be educated to at least A-level standard/NVQ level 3 or equivalent level of practical experience.

The HR team currently supports a hybrid working arrangement, and this post will be included on a rota with three days in the office/two days working from home.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Jessica Nelson-Turner )

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 19th May 2024

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

Please quote reference RC41473 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.

£25,742 to £29,605 pa


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