HR Administrator London, England
Job description
About Us
Biosciences is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment. Computational modelling approaches are frequently used alongside experimental research programmes and much of our research crosses traditional boundaries, including the relationship of biodiversity to the health of the planet. Activity is underpinned by high calibre science technology platforms and state of the art equipment. Educational activity includes a range of undergraduate programmes, an expanding number of Masters Programmes and a substantial number of postgraduate research students. The Division of Biosciences has an excellent opportunity for the right candidate who is looking to develop their HR career within a university setting. Candidates from central HR that wish to develop their skills in a local HR setting are encouraged to apply.
About the role
This is a busy role delivering a high quality front line service within an academic area, ensuring that Faculty and UCL policies and procedures are followed and advising staff on these. As the role requires interaction with many people across UCL at all levels a professional attitude, willingness to help and the ability to remain tactful and assertive are required. The HR Administrator supports the Staffing Team Manager and Deputy HR Manager in the delivery of an effective, efficient and proactive HR function for the Division. They will provide administrative assistance with recruitment, contractual changes that affect staff and their payroll, and UCL processes such as induction, probation and appraisal. The successful candidate will need to be adaptable, quick to assimilate information and establish their own support networks across UCL. An excellent eye for details, organisational skills, the ability to communicate effectively, good humour and patience are a must. The post is available as a secondment or fixed term contract from now until 15 March 2024 in the first instance. Please ensure you have discussed the secondment with your line manager before applying.
About you
The successful candidate will be educated to A level or equivalent standard and have a working knowledge of Equality and Immigration legislation and how it impacts on HR administration and recruitment activities. The post holder will have the ability to be effectively manage a high and varied workload and deliver agreed outcomes, prioritising effectively when faced with competing demands. The post holder will have experience of using HR systems and have a good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices, with the ability to simplify complex areas of HR such as policies, terms and conditions, systems instructions etc. so that they are understood by those unfamiliar with them. Experience of delivering HR administration in a Higher Education setting or in a Research Institute is desirable. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Scott Boyne [email protected]
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here : https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/
