Senior HR Business Partner

Are you an accomplished HR leader with a proven track record in people management, driving high-performing teams, and delivering innovative, high-quality HR services?  The School of Clinical Medicine (SCM) at the University of Cambridge is seeking a strategic and dynamic Senior HR Business Partner to join our dedicated SCM HR team.

About the Role:

As Senior HR Business Partner, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and delivering strategic and operational HR services across the School, supporting over 3,200 colleagues and 1,000 visitors. Reporting to the Head of HR and deputising alongside another Senior HR Business Partner as required, you will manage two teams to deliver a comprehensive portfolio of services, including:

• HR business partnering
• Workforce planning
• Resourcing including Clinical Contracts
• Pay and reward
• Supporting Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)

Your leadership will ensure HR strategies are aligned with the University's People Strategy and the School's academic vision, while addressing the unique challenges of a diverse workforce, including clinical staff on NHS terms and conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to ensure a high-performing, customer-focused approach to service delivery.
• Develop and implement HR and workforce plans that meet the strategic needs of the School, University, and NHS.
• Provide expert advice and innovative solutions to senior stakeholders on complex HR issues, including case management, policy development, and organisational change.
• Partner with senior leaders to deliver transformational HR initiatives that foster an inclusive and engaged workforce aligned with the School's mission to "do great work in a great place to work."
• Collaborate with external partners on the Biomedical Campus, including NHS trusts to ensure effective partnership working.

What You'll Bring.

We are looking for an HR professional with:

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• A deep understanding of HR practices, including advising on employment law, managing complex cases, and driving organisational change.
• A proven track record of building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making, and leading on high-profile HR initiatives.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and delivering people-focused solutions
• Familiarity with working in complex organisations such as higher education or the NHS (desirable).

What We Offer Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a globally renowned University while working at the forefront of clinical and academic excellence. You'll enjoy:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to a vibrant community of leading researchers, clinicians, and industry partners.

How to Apply

Applications must include a CV and a supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria for the role and your motivations for applying.

Be part of a team making a real impact in one of the world's leading academic and research institutions.

The post is full-time but applications are welcome from those who would like to work flexibly.

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Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records) check, and a security check.

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