Strategic HR Policy Lead — Hybrid Role

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension plan

Health benefits

Wellbeing services

Job summary

The University of Cambridge's Human Resources Division is seeking an experienced Policy Consultant to shape and deliver HR policy across the institution. You will support policy development, stakeholder engagement and cultural change initiatives affecting staff across the university.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of HR, you will draft, review and implement policies, lead negotiations with trade unions and manage cross-functional projects, delivering trainings and reports.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting and implementing HR policies in a complex or regulated environment.
• Strong written communication and report-writing skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation with trade unions.

Responsibilities

• Developing, reviewing and implementing HR policies and procedures.
• Providing advice and guidance on policy interpretation and application.
• Leading consultation and negotiation with trade unions and key stakeholders.
• Managing policy projects and coordinating cross-functional working groups.
• Preparing reports, committee papers and communications.
• Designing and delivering policy-related training, briefings and workshops.

Skills

Policy drafting

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Written communication

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

The University of Cambridge's Human Resources Division is seeking an experienced Policy Consultant to shape and deliver HR policy across the institution. You will support policy development, stakeholder engagement and cultural change initiatives affecting staff across the university.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of HR, you will draft, review and implement policies, lead negotiations with trade unions and manage cross-functional projects, delivering trainings and reports.