HR Coordinator

Are you ready to take on a rewarding HR role within a world-leading organization? Do you want to be part of a team who is shaping the future of scientific understanding in Materials Science?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive HR Coordinator to join our mission-driven organization. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a globally respected institution, where your work will directly support the development of cutting-edge research and education. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety in your day-to-day tasks, and are passionate about people and processes, we would love to hear from you.

You 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, wellbeing and talent management

You will be experienced in HR in a coordinator and administrator 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. 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.

Interviews will be held on w/c 24 November 2025

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.

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

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

We reserve the right to fill the position with a qualified candidate prior to the conclusion of the advertising period.

Please see the role description for more information and email Dr Jeanne Estabel (dept-administrator@msm.cam.ac.uk) if you have any informal queries about this role.

Please quote reference LJ47584 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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