HR Coordinator [Temporary Cover- 1 Year] 29 hours p/w

We are seeking an HR Coordinator to join our small, supportive HR team by coordinating the HR processes, providing clear and accurate advice to individuals and managers on a range of HR administrative duties and carrying out general administration relating to HR processes and payroll duties. The post holder will use their strong IT, interpersonal and organisational skills to effectively coordinate these processes.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate factual & theoretical knowledge of HR administration and their high level of awareness of personal impact paired with excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable them to offer a fantastic level of customer service. Strong attention to detail, an ability to prioritise effectively and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the role are key. 

In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment both within the Museum and the wider University, a generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits. You will be based at the Fitzwilliam Museum, which is the principal museum of the University of Cambridge and the largest cultural venue in the region. Founded in 1816, the museum welcomes around 500,000 visitors a year and houses over half a million works of art and material culture spanning from 10,000BCE to the present day, principally from Europe, North Africa and Asia.

To help support our staff to thrive both professionally and personally, we offer hybrid working, and the role holder will have the flexibility to work some days from home, subject to business needs. 4 days/29 hours: Pattern of work to be agreed.

Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term for 1 years or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

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.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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

Interview will be Thursday 22nd May 2025

Please quote reference DA45859 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.

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