Senior HR Officer

About us

UCL’s Faculty of Laws is a dynamic, highly respected and friendly community, which enjoys global recognition for the quality of its teaching and research. For almost 200 years, UCL Laws has been one of the leading centres of legal education in the world. Recognised as offering an outstanding educational experience to our students, we combine a strong theoretical foundation in the law with practical teaching from world-leading academics and practitioners.

The Faculty has a large and experienced professional services team, led by the Director of Operations. It is structured to support defined areas of academic activity and the governance, management, operations and leadership of the Faculty. The Faculty Operations Team is responsible for the smooth running of the Faculty’s day to day operations including HR, finance and purchasing, estates management, and administrative support.

About the role

This role provides a comprehensive and efficient support service across all aspects of HR, including, but not limited to, recruitment, promotions, probation, appraisals, attendance and absence. The Senior HR Officer will build effective and positive working relationships within the Faculty, providing key advice and guidance to staff and managers, ensuring compliance and adherence to UCL policy and procedures.

About you

The successful candidate will be educated to degree level, or equivalent professional experience, with a working and up to date knowledge of UK employment law and policy. They will have demonstrable experience of working in a HR generalist role, ideally in a Higher Education or similarly complex setting. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to listen with empathy and compassion. Proactive and self-motivated, the successful candidate will be able to work with autonomy, effectively managing competing priorities and deadlines.

The deadline for applications is 21 June 2026. Interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 29 June 2026.

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

This role is offered on a full-time basis (0.8 FTE will also be considered), fixed-term for 12 months to cover a period of maternity leave by the substantive post holder. The role is expected to start in August.

To apply for the vacancy please click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

For further details about the application process, or if you wish to have a discussion about the role, please contact Stacey Kirkham at .

What we offer

As well as exciting opportunities, UCL offers a range of great benefits. Find out more: UCL Rewards and Benefits.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates underrepresented in UCL’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and – for Grade 9 and 10 roles – women.

Read more: UCL Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

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