HR Assistant

About us:

At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

The role:

Join our Human Resources Team as an HR Assistant, an exciting opportunity for a highly organised, detail-oriented professional with proven administrative experience, ideally in higher education or a similarly complex setting. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain confidentiality, and deliver exceptional service to staff and stakeholders.

In this role, you will oversee the recruitment lifecycle, support payroll administration, maintain accurate personnel records, ensure compliance with employment legislation, and provide first-line HR support to staff and managers. This post is available immediately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage recruitment processes, from job postings to onboarding.
• Support payroll tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Respond to HR enquiries via phone, email, and in person.
• Oversee probation and annual reviews.
• Maintain confidential personnel records and generate workforce reports.

Selection Criteria:

• GCSEs in English and Mathematics or equivalent.
• Strong organisational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Proficient in HR systems, Microsoft Office, and data handling.
• Commitment to confidentiality, equality, and inclusion.

What we offer:

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

• Hybrid working
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle and electric car loan schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees (via the ‘Apply’ button above).

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 20th January.

Interviews are likely to take place within the first two weeks of February and will be held both in-person and on Microsoft Teams.

Follow us:

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn, X and Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team: hr@dpag.ox.ac.uk

DPAG’s Statement of Inclusion:

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.

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