HR Manager - FTC

Compass Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider is looking for an experienced HR Manager for a 12-month FTC at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge. The role demands a hands-on HR generalist who partners with management to align people strategies with business goals. You will lead employee relations, coach managers, and drive positive employee experiences while possessing a CIPD Level 5 qualification. The position offers a competitive salary up to £40,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Digital GP access and healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Must be CIPD Level 5 qualified or possess equivalent experience.
• Strong HR generalist experience required with knowledge of UK employment law.
• Confident advisor with excellent communication and stakeholder skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead people operations and employee relations.
• Coach managers on performance, engagement and employment law.
• Analyse people data for insights and improvements.
• Manage inductions, training compliance, and development.
• Champion employee engagement and recognition.
• Support recruitment and absence management.

Skills

HR generalist

UK employment law knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Data-driven

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

HR Manager - 12 Month FTC

Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge

Up to £40,000 Per Annum (DOE)

The Role

Partner with site leadership to deliver a people plan aligned to business goals. You'll be a hands‑on HR generalist, advising, coaching and challenging managers while driving a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead people operations and employee relations, working with HR Shared Services
• Coach and support managers on policy, performance, engagement and employment law
• Analyse people data to drive insight, action and continuous improvement
• Lead inductions, training compliance and management development
• Champion employee engagement, recognition and EDI
• Support recruitment, absence and holiday management

Person Specification

• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong HR generalist with solid UK employment law knowledge
• Confident adviser with excellent communication and stakeholder skills
• Data‑driven, solutions‑focused and commercially aware
• Passionate about creating an outstanding employee experience

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un‑wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!