At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert HR support and advice to managers at the University of Cambridge.
- Company: Join the prestigious University of Cambridge with a collaborative and supportive culture.
- Benefits: 41 days annual leave, hybrid working, and extensive development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements available and excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on employee experience and organisational success.
- Qualifications: Strong HR experience and knowledge of employment law required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking for experienced HR professional to join the University of Cambridge as a HR Business Partner.
The role will provide trusted, proactive HR support to managers and senior leaders, helping to translate people strategy into practical, evidence-based solutions that support organisational priorities.
We encourage early applications as they will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
The vacancy may close before the advertised deadline if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.
About the role
You will work in partnership with managers across the University to provide expert HR advice on a wide range of people matters, including employee relations, organisational change and workforce planning.
The role combines strategic insight with hands-on delivery, supporting managers to make informed decisions, manage risk, and deliver a positive and inclusive employee experience.
- What you ll be doing
- Providing expert HR advice and consultancy to managers and senior leaders
- Supporting employee relations casework and organisational change activity
- Delivering high-quality, customer-focused HR services
- Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including trade unions
- Coaching and developing managers to build people management capability
- Contributing to HR projects, policy development and service improvement
- We re looking for someone who has
- Strong HR experience in a generalist or specialist role
- Experience advising and influencing managers on people matters
- Knowledge of employment law and employee relations
- Strong communication, analytical and organisational skills
- A proactive, collaborative and solution-focused approach
- CIPD qualification or equivalent experience
- Please review the
Further Information document below for more details of the role and the skills we are seeking.
- HR Business Partner - Further Information Document
Why join us?
- Alongside working in a collaborative and supportive environment, the University of Cambridge offers a range of excellent benefits, including:
- Development opportunities such as Linked In Learning, job shadowing and career pathways.
- 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and a highly competitive pension scheme.
- Hybrid working with flexibility in how you arrange your office days.
- A wide range of discounts at local retailers and thousands of national brands.
- Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym access and the Staff Counselling Service.
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.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.
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.
HR Business Partner in Cambridge employer: Technical University of Denmark
The University is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With the flexibility of hybrid working and generous leave entitlements, including 36 days off, staff are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to the academic success of students in the Faculty of History.
Contact Details:
Technical University of Denmark Recruitment Team
