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The University of Cambridge is recognised globally as a renowned centre for research, education and scholarship. We employ more than 12,500 staff in a range of academic, research and professional services roles, all of whom play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our world leading reputation. Our people are our greatest asset, and it is critical to our continued success that we create the right conditions for our people to thrive at Cambridge.
The Case Management team are responsible for the management of formal employee relations cases in one of the largest and most prestigious universities in the UK.
The Role:
As the Investigator within HR at Cambridge University you will be responsible for undertaking complex investigations into staff misconduct and staff complaints. This will include developing investigation plans, communicating with and interviewing relevant parties, gathering evidence, reaching findings of fact and producing balanced investigation reports that assess the credibility of evidence and suggest if on the balance of probabilities there is a case to answer. You will also attend hearings, where required, to present the investigation findings.
You will build effective relationships with stakeholders across the University and provide support to internally trained investigators and the wider HR team. We work from the office a minimum of two days a week, but some weeks this will be higher due to when investigation meetings and hearings are scheduled: these are held in person. The office location will vary within Cambridge offices depending on the case being supported.
About you:
In order to succeed in this role, you will join us with:
* Proven experience of conducting sensitive and complex investigations, including investigations of alleged conduct that could constitute an alleged criminal offence or serious sexual misconduct;
* Experience of presenting reports to senior decision makers;
* Understanding of relevant legislation including matters related to employment law, confidentiality, data sharing and discrimination;
* Excellent written and oral communication skills that can be adapted to a wide range of audiences;
* Ability to distil and present complex and nuanced information;
* Excellent attention to detail;
* Ability to build positive, professional relationships with others;
* Interviewing skills, including self-awareness about own possible biases;
* Ability to manage conflicting and changing priorities;
Further information about the role and its responsibilities is available via the link below. Please ensure a CV and supporting letter is uploaded with your application.
Benefits of working at Cambridge include:
* Competitive rates of pay with automatic service related pay progression and annual cost of living increases;
* Generous annual leave allowance of 41 days paid leave (including bank holidays);
* Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes;
* An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution;
* Travel benefits and retail discounts;
* Schemes to support with relocation/the provision of accommodation
The University of Cambridge is committed to supporting our staff to thrive both professionally and personally. We aim to support a good work/life balance, whilst retaining the positive aspects of our unique in-person environment and culture.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Informal enquiries are encouraged and should be directed to: Sophie Shepherd at Sophie.Shepherd@admin.cam.ac.uk.
If you have any queries regarding the application process please email: hrdivisionaladmin@admin.cam.ac.uk
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 9th July 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 16th July 2025
Please quote reference AH46408 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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