Life and Mind Building, South Parks Road, OX1 3PS and current departmental sites in and around the Science Area and Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford. This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic and busy HR team within the Oxford University Department of Biology just as we move into the Life and Mind Building (LaMB). Shared with the Department of Experimental Psychology, the LaMB should help researchers from around the world solve major global challenges. Reporting to a Senior HR Officer, you will be joining a team of seven HR professionals. The role encompasses a variety of responsibilities including assisting with the day-to-day operation of the generalist HR function: visitors, immigration matters, annual leave, auditing, fixed term contact end process, PDRs, reporting. You will also have ownership of recruitment, onboarding, payroll changes. There are opportunities to improve and update procedures, hence initiative and enthusiasm is highly valued.
You will be trained to deliver these functions in line with the University’s policies. Experience of using PeopleXD or a similar HR information system is desirable, but not essential. The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria. This post is full-time (part time at 80% will be considered).