HR Manager (Clinical Services) [Temporary Cover]

Department/Location: Department of Veterinary Medicine, West Cambridge Site

We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Manager (Clinical Services) to join the Department at a pivotal point of transformation. At the heart of a period of organisational change, this role offers the opportunity to help shape the future in a world-leading institution. 

As part of a collaborative HR team, the role provides HR leadership for the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital (QVSH), a major teaching hospital with an international reputation for excellence. The Department is progressing a significant programme of organisational change, and the role holder plays a central part in supporting this while ensuring the delivery of an effective HR service in a complex, fast-paced environment. 

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to deliver a proactive and trusted HR service. Working closely with senior leaders, you will support workforce planning, recruitment, employee relations and organisational change. Advising on the implications of change initiatives and supporting managers to lead teams through change, you will help embed new structures and ways of working, ensuring compliance with policy and statutory requirements. 

Working in partnership with the HR Manager (Teaching & Research) and supported by a small team, you will deliver HR solutions that balance operational effectiveness with longer-term goals. You will provide guidance to managers, oversee operational activities and liaise with central HR colleagues to ensure consistent delivery. 

With strong HR advisory experience, you will have excellent knowledge of employment law and the ability to build effective relationships in a complex environment. You will be comfortable advising senior colleagues, navigating ambiguity and offering constructive challenge. The role requires sound judgement, excellent organisation and the ability to progress a range of priorities effectively. 

The Department offers a welcoming and inclusive working environment, with academic, clinical and professional services colleagues collaborating to deliver world class care, teaching and support for students, patients and the wider community. 

Benefits: 

• 41 days' annual leave  inclusive of bank holidays
• Generous defined benefit pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements, with scope for informal hybrid working in line with service needs
• Potential for on-site parking
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Professional networking and access to a dedicated Personal and Professional Development team
• Wellness programme including Occupational Health and Staff counselling
• Staff discount scheme including shopping vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel to work loans
• Eye care vouchers
• Discounted gym membership

For information about the Department, please visit: www.vet.cam.ac.uk 

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Alex Drury, Business & Operations Manager, via email: bom@vet.cam.ac.uk  

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

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact qvsh.hr@vet.cam.ac.uk quoting the reference number PP49620. 

Advert closing date: Midnight on 28 May 2026 

Interviews are expected to take place within two weeks following the closing date. 

Please note that applicants will be reviewed on a regular basis and may be invited to visit and/or interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close the position early if all available positions are filled. 

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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