HR Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
The UCL Division of Medicine has approximately 400 staff with 130 independent investigators and is one of the largest department in the Faculty of Medical Sciences, within the School of Life and Medical Sciences. The Division brings together clinical and non-clinical scientists in an interdisciplinary environment for world-class research, teaching and patient-care. The Division located across two campuses, i.e. the Bloomsbury Campus and the Royal Free Campus (based on the site of the Royal Free Hospital).
About the roleThe Human Resources Manager is a key member of the Divisional administrative team and is responsible for leading human resources across the Division. The post holder will be based on the Bloomsbury Campus and line manage a Senior HR Officer. The post holder will work in close co-ordination with Divisional Finance and Research Administration, to provide a comprehensive divisional administrative service to relevant staff. Interviews will be held during week commencing 17 April 2023.
About youThe postholder will carry out such duties as may be determined by the Divisional Manager or Divisional Director. S/he will be expected to exercise a high degree of responsibility and initiative. As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the postholder. The postholder will carry out any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the Divisional Manager. The post holder will be expected to actively support the Divisional Manager and Divisional Director with the work of the Division, undertaking tasks/projects and providing information/advice as required. He/she will be responsible for the line management of the Senior HR Officer reviewing workload, resource and training needs, conducting appraisal, and managing performance.
What we offerThis is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team working across the Department of Medicine and the Division of Medicine. As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: • 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) • Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan • Immigration loan • Relocation scheme for certain posts • On-Site nursery • On-site gym • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service • Discounted medical insurance Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionAs London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’sworkforce. These include people from Black, Asian andethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silveraward, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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