Job description
This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic and busy HR team within the new Oxford University Department of Biology,
Reporting to the Head of HR, you will be joining a team of seven HR professionals. The role encompasses a variety of responsibilities including assisting with managing the day-to-day operation of the generalist HR function: recruitment, onboarding, contracts, overseas engagements, fixed-term contract ends, immigration matters, leave management, employee relations, visitors, benefits, compliance, main, casual and overtime payroll. You will be key in providing specialist employment advice to managers, particularly in supporting complex employee cases in conjunction with the Head of HR or HR Business Partners.
The post holder will be CIPD qualified (or working towards CIPD graduate level) and have relevant HR experience to hit the ground running and work with minimal supervision. You will have robust knowledge of HR processes, recruitment, employee relations and the application of UK employment law and Home Office regulations for visas. You will be flexible and ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to communicate at all levels using discretion as required when dealing with confidential matters. Strong IT and written communication skills are also.
The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.
This post is full-time (part time at 80% will be considered).
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 19th May 2023. Interviews are likely to be scheduled for late May.