What we’re looking for
Are you an experienced HR generalist who can combine wide-ranging HR knowledge with motivational people skills.
As HR Advisor, you will support the HR Partner in the delivery of an efficient and effective HR support and advisory service to departments and faculties within the University by providing professional advice, pragmatic interventions and proactive solutions on all people-related issues.
Acting as a trusted partner, you will possess excellent team-working skills, be able to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a wider team. The ability to prioritise your workload and work on your own initiative is essential. In return, the role will provide you with a range of HR related opportunities and projects to expand and develop your skills and experience within the profession, as well as enhancing your networks.
The People and Organisational Effectiveness Division
At Lancaster University our People and Organisational Effectiveness consists of 10 in-house expert teams:
• Curriculum and Education Development Academy
• Employee Relations
• Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
• Global Mobility
• Health and Safety
• HR Partnering
• HR Systems
• Organisational Development
• Payroll and Pensions
• Reward
Why work for us
Lancaster University’s beautiful campus makes it a lovely place to work, combining a busy urban atmosphere while surrounded by green parkland and seasonal landscaping. We have lots of facilities on-site such as: a sports centre, shops, cafes, a multi-faith centre, pre-school, a post office and a fantastic library. There are numerous clubs, groups and networks you can join to make friends with like-minded people. Lancaster University provides an environment that strongly supports the needs of each employee, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including:
• competitive salary with annual reviews
• generous employer pension scheme
• 39 days off a year which includes University closure days at Easter and Christmas and bank holidays
• a family-friendly approach to those with parental or caring responsibilities.
Find out about more of our employee benefits on our website - https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/jobs
This post is offered on a fixed term basis for 18 months. The role is full time, however, we are happy to talk about flexible working and operate with a blend of presence on campus and working from home.
To find out more about joining our team and an informal chat about the role, please contact Catherine Ellwood, Head of HR Partnering – c.ellwood1@lancaster.ac.uk.
Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.
Find out what it's like to work at Lancaster University, including information on our wide range of employee benefits, support networks and our policies and facilities for a family-friendly workplace.
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