HR Administrator (maternity cover)

Oxford University Department for Continuing Education (OUDCE) is seeking to appoint a HR Administrator who will play an essential role within the day-to-day administration of the departmental HR Function.

About the role

This is a varied and engaging role, reporting to the HR Officer and to the Departmental Administrator and HR Manager.

You will confidently advise line managers and members of staff on a wide range of queries, both straightforward and more complex, researching employment law and interpreting appropriate procedures as required.

You will be a vital member of the HR team, providing administrative support to the team and contributing to important project work. You will implement university HR policy and procedure throughout the employee lifecycle.

This is a full-time position, available on a fixed-term contract until end February 2025.

About you

You will be qualified to CIPD Level 5 or equivalent, have experience of working within a HR role and be able to demonstrate current knowledge of employment law. You will have awareness of data protection and information security guidelines and an ability to clearly and accurately communicate HR processes and procedures, both verbally and in writing. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise workload and produce accurate, detailed work within deadlines. You will have experience of providing customer service to a high standard and possess experience of Microsoft Office and Outlook, the successful candidate will also display a willingness to undertake professional development and training.

Experience of working with an electronic HR system and experience of delivering presentations and induction would be advantageous.

About us

OUDCE provides opportunities for people from a wide variety of backgrounds to benefit from the University’s rich and unique resources. We are ambitious and forward-thinking, with a strong sense of identity and community. Our mission is to inspire people locally, nationally and globally by extending access to Oxford’s world-class teaching and resources through flexible and inclusive opportunities for study and research.  

Colleagues uphold the uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of the Department and actively promote a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. 

What we offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including: 

•         An excellent contributory pension scheme  

•         38 days’ annual leave 

•         A comprehensive range of childcare services 

•         Family leave schemes 

•         Cycle loan scheme 

•         Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs 

•         Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans 

Application process

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

To make informal enquiries about the post please contact [email protected]

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 22 March 2024

Interviews will likely take place during week commencing 1 April 2024.

Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence.

The University of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their background.