Relocation Adviser

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities such as LinkedIn Learning

41 days annual leave

Hybrid working with flexible office days

Discounts at local retailers and national brands

Health and wellbeing support

Hybrid working

Discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Cambridge is seeking a Relocation Adviser to support new staff in transitioning smoothly. This hybrid role involves leading the relocation service, coordinating with various departments, and providing expert advice on housing and local services. The ideal candidate will have experience in international recruitment and a strong grasp of relocation issues. This position offers competitive benefits including professional development opportunities, extensive annual leave, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of domestic and international relocation issues.
• Experience in supporting relocation in a large organization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver relocation procedures ensuring high quality support.
• Coordinate relocation services including housing and onboarding support.
• Provide expert relocation advice on complex appointments.
• Use data to shape relocation guidance and contribute to talent attraction strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships and oversee key relocation processes (expenses reimbursement).
• Collaborate with Estates, Finance, HR and external partners to enhance the relocation service.

Skills

International Recruitment

Onboarding

Accommodation Services

Project Management

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract: Fixed term - 2 years (with potential for extension)

Location: The Old Schools, Cambridge

Working Pattern: Hybrid (average 2 office days), Full Time

Are you passionate about supporting people, enhancing candidate experience, and helping new colleagues build a life in Cambridge?

We're looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Relocation Adviser to join our Human Resources Division and play a central role in creating and leading the University's relocation service.

We would welcome candidates with the following experience, including relocation:

• International Recruitment
• Onboarding or Employee Experience
• Accommodation or Housing Services
• Project Manager

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:

As part of the Resourcing Team, you will support the University in delivering a high quality, comprehensive relocation service for new staff arriving from the UK and overseas. You'll work closely with recruiting managers, HR colleagues, and external partners to ensure that new starters have the information and support they need to transition smoothly into their roles - from practical guidance on housing and local services to tailored advice for senior staff and international hires.

You will also help develop and refine the University's relocation policies, guidance and processes, ensuring they are consistent, inclusive and aligned with broader recruitment and talent attraction priorities.

This is a varied and rewarding role where your expertise will directly influence our ability to attract and retain world class talent.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading the development and delivery of relocation procedures and guidance to ensure consistent, high quality support for new staff.
• Coordinating relocation services across the University, including housing, local services and onboarding support.
• Providing expert relocation advice, including on complex and senior appointments, to hiring managers and HR colleagues.
• Using data and insight to shape relocation guidance and contribute to wider talent attraction strategies.
• Managing supplier relationships and overseeing key relocation processes, including expenses reimbursement.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across Estates, Finance, HR and external partners to enhance the University's relocation service.

We're looking for someone who has/is:

• Solid understanding of domestic and international relocation issues, preferably with experience of supporting relocation in a large or complex organisation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Highly organised and proactive, able to manage a busy and varied workload balancing day to day delivery with longer term planning.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and online systems.

Please review the Further Information document for more details of the role and the skills we are seeking.

Alongside working in a collaborative and supportive environment, the University of Cambridge offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

• Development opportunities such as LinkedIn 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.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Once an offer is accepted, the successful candidate may be required to undergo appropriate background and security checks.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Closing date: Friday 3rd April 2026 (potential to close earlier)

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to [e-mail]

Please quote reference AH48131 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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.