Part time HR Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Human Resources Team as a part time HR Assistant, supporting our 3 HR Officers.
You will play an important role in providing administrative support for the full range of HR related activity within the Department. You will have a significant amount of interaction with staff at all levels. The position demands a proactive and customer-focused approach, coupled with high levels of personal discretion and attention to detail in dealing with confidential matters.
You will often be the first point of contact on queries relating to recruitment and other HR matters, therefore, excellent interpersonal skills and judgement will be required for this role. You will also be expected to contribute to the development of the service provided by the HR team to the Department.
About you
You will be educated to GCSE grade A-C in English and Maths, or equivalent. You will have the ability to work independently or as part of a team and have demonstrable experience of managing conflicting priorities within set deadlines. Experience of working in a HR team would be an advantage but is not essential.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a supporting statement (setting out how you meet the selection criteria), a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application.
This is a part time role, up to 20 hours per week. This contract is fixed-term for 2 years in the first instance.
Only applications received before noon Wednesday 15 February 2023 can be considered.
Committed to equality and valuing diversity
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Part time HR Assistant roles across University of Oxford's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,715 - £27,131 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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