HR Assistant

Location: Faculty of Philosophy, Stephen A Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford OX2 6GG

Contract type: Fixed-term to 30 September 2026

Are you looking for an interesting and varied part time administrative role and the opportunity to work in the exciting new Stephen A Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities?  We may have the role for you! 

We’re looking for a HR Assistant to join a small professional team supporting the Faculty of Philosophy. You will provide support to the team in managing HR data to ensure it is accurately maintained on the HR system (People XD) while adhering to University policies and GDPR. This will include recruitment and employee data.  Additionally, you will play a key role in supporting the team with a range of operational HR tasks including the administration of casuals and University cards. 

This is a part-time role working 22.5 hours per week, primarily based on site, but with the opportunity for occasional remote working.  Hours can be offered either on 3 full days per week, or 5 shorter days.  The post is fixed term until 30 September 2026. 

This role will suit an individual who enjoys working in a busy office as part of a small friendly team.  The successful candidate will be required to be able to work effectively independently and as part of a team to provide a high standard of HR support to the faculty. 

As well as the opportunity to work as part of a supportive team, we can offer you a competitive salary (including an Oxford Weighting Allowance), 38 days holiday, pro rata, per year, enrolment in a good pension scheme, access to employee benefits and discounts and professional development opportunities. 

The ideal candidate will have solid administrative skills, and previous experience of working in a complex organisation.  The ability to maintain data to the highest levels of accuracy is essential along with strong IT skills.  You must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal calmly and professionally with confidential matters.  This is a small team with a busy workload, flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities, supporting the team as required, is key. 

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online (via the 'Apply' button above).  You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your application. 

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 16 September 2025.  In person interviews will take place on Wednesday 1 October 2025. 

This post is available for an immediate start.

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