HR Coordinator (Research Staff and Visitors)

University of Cambridge; Hartford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK is looking for an HR Coordinator to support HR services for research staff. Key responsibilities include administering employment for contract staff and managing employment-related queries. Candidates should have an HND/HNC level education and be proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities to contribute to a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Educated to at least HND/HNC level.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to handle confidential material.

Responsibilities

• Support contract and HR services for Contract Research Staff.
• Administer employment for over 350 contract research staff.
• First point of contact for employment-related queries.

Skills

Effective communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Education

HND/HNC level or vocational qualification level 4/5

Job description

HR Coordinator (Research Staff & Visitors)

Company: University of Cambridge

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Date Posted: 2025-11-06T03:28:07Z

Valid Through: 2026-02-04T03:28:07Z

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Salary: 31236-35608 GBP per YEAR

Description

We are looking for an HR Coordinator (Research Staff and Visitors) who will be based within the HR Office (Research Staff and Visitors) at the Department's site in Trumpington Street. You will join the existing team to support the delivery of contract and HR services for Contract Research Staff and Visitors. You will be responsible for the administration associated with the employment of over 350 contract research staff in the Department of Engineering. This includes advertising posts, organising visas and issuing offers of employment, all of which require a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

You will also be the first point of contact for employment-related queries from Contract Research Staff.

Qualifications

You will be educated to at least HND/ HNC level, level 4/5 vocational qualification, be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person and to handle confidential material with discretion. Previous experience of working administratively in an HR area is essential as well as experience in working with multiple processes and working to tight regulations.

EEO Statement

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.