Strategic HR Lead for Change & Influence (Hybrid)

Baird And Co Recruitment Ltd

Cambridge

Hybrid

GBP 64,000 - 67,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Generous pension

41 days annual leave

Hybrid working

CAMbens benefits

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

The University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced Lead HR Business Partner to join the Human Resources Division in Cambridge, with hybrid working. This senior role provides strategic HR leadership to designated client areas, guiding organisational change, advising on high‑risk employee relations, and delivering major HR initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.

You will work closely with senior leaders, shaping people strategies that support academic excellence and operational

Qualifications

Significant senior-level HR experience within a complex organisation.
Proven ability to lead organisational change and influence senior stakeholders.
Experience delivering strategic people solutions aligned with institutional objectives.

Responsibilities

Lead organisational change programmes and advise on high-risk employee relations matters.
Provide strategic HR leadership and business partnering to designated client areas.
Use workforce data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
Lead and support HR projects and initiatives at university-wide and local levels.
Build effective relationships with senior stakeholders, HR colleagues and trade unions.