University of Cambridge
HR & Organisational Change Adviser
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HR & Organisational Change Adviser
The University of Cambridge is seeking an experienced HR & Organisational Change Adviser to join its Human Resources Division on an 18-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to support organisational change within the Vet School, partnering with senior leaders and managers to deliver people-focused transformation and organisational development initiatives.
The Opportunity
This is a varied and rewarding role offering the opportunity to:
- Lead and support organisational change programmes
- Provide expert HR advice on complex employee relations matters
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver successful workforce transformation
Salary: £35,608 – £46,049 per annum
Contract: 18-month Fixed-Term Contract
Location: Cambridge (Hybrid working – office-based and remote)
Working Pattern: Full Time
Reporting to: Lead HR Business Partner
Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Lead and support organisational change initiatives including restructures, redeployments, workforce reviews, service redesign and organisational development projects.
- Partner with managers and senior leaders to provide expert HR advice throughout organisational change programmes.
- Advise on change management methodology, consultation processes, employment implications and stakeholder engagement.
- Prepare business cases, role profiles, workforce impact assessments, Equality Impact Assessments and consultation documentation.
- Work alongside the Lead HR Business Partner to engage with trade unions, staff representatives and key stakeholders to deliver effective consultation outcomes.
- Produce high-quality documentation, presentations, communications and consultation materials to support change initiatives.
- Provide guidance on complex HR casework, employee relations and workforce planning.
- Promote best practice, inclusion and organisational effectiveness across the department.
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Requirements
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Previous experience supporting organisational change, restructures and workforce transformation – Essential
- Strong HR advisory experience, including complex employee relations casework – Essential
- Sound knowledge of UK employment legislation and consultation processes – Essential
- Experience working with senior leaders, managers and trade unions – Essential
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills – Essential
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering practical, commercially focused HR solutions – Essential
- Experience preparing consultation documentation, business cases and Equality Impact Assessments – Desirable
- CIPD qualification (or working towards) – Desirable
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How to Apply
If you're an experienced HR professional looking to make a meaningful impact within one of the world's leading universities, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply online with your CV. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the recruitment team.
Email: cambridge@spirehouse.co.uk
The University of Cambridge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Industry
Higher Education | Human Resources
Employment Type
Fixed-term Contract
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