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HR Business Partner | Central Cambridge | Interim 1 – 4 months | up to £25.00ph Hybrid working – typically 3–4 days onsite (with flexibility around working hours and potential part time consideration) The ONE Group are partnering with a highly respected Cambridge based organisation on the appointment of a Project focused HR professional to join their collaborative and well regarded HR team, during an exciting period of transition and organisational change. This is a varied, hands on role, sitting within a complex academic environment supporting both professional services (20%) and faculty populations (80%). It would suit someone who enjoys balancing operational HR support with longer term project work and who thrives in environments where relationship management, service delivery and attention to detail are critical. The position has arisen due to an internal move and will play an important role in supporting ongoing faculty initiatives, organisational change activity and wider HR process improvement projects. The role This is a broad HR position with a strong projects and faculty facing focus. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, managers and academics across the organisation, supporting a range of people initiatives and ensuring a high quality HR service throughout. Key areas of responsibility are likely to include: • Supporting organisational change and consultation activity, including role redesign and restructuring projects, • Managing complex faculty HR processes including promotions, probation and academic recruitment activity, • Preparing detailed committee documentation and supporting remuneration related processes, • Coaching and supporting managers through people related matters and change initiatives, • Supporting ER casework including investigations and interpersonal matters, • Contributing to wider people projects focused on collaboration, leadership capability and evolving faculty structures, • Providing hands on support to the wider HR team during a busy transition period, • Supporting HR operational processes and service delivery where required What we’re looking for This role requires someone who can combine empathy, professionalism and process driven thinking with a highly collaborative and service led approach. The successful individual is likely to demonstrate: • Previous HR Business Partnering or HR Projects experience within an academic environment, • Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to manage expectations positively and professionally, • A highly service driven mindset with the ability to build credibility with demanding stakeholders, • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to navigate policy, process and governance frameworks, • A collaborative, team focused and adaptable approach, • Confidence handling sensitive conversations and organisational change activity, • The ability to balance strategic thinking with a sleeves rolled up approach Experience working within Higher Education or alongside academic populations would be highly advantageous, particularly exposure to academic governance, faculty structures or university specific procedures. Additional information • Central Cambridge location, • Hybrid working environment with flexibility around hours, • Open to both full time and 4 day working arrangements, • No onsite parking available, • Interviews taking place ASAP This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected institution during a genuinely interesting period of change, within a team known for its supportive and collaborative culture.

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified HR professional to join one of Cambridge’s most prestigious and historic institutions as Interim Head of HR. Initially offered as a 6-month fixed-term contract, with strong potential to become a permanent appointment subject to mutual fit and organisational approval. Working closely with the Senior Bursar and senior stakeholders across the College, this role offers the chance to shape people strategy, influence organisational culture and lead a modern, high-quality HR function within a complex and intellectually stimulating environment. Leading a small HR team, you will provide both strategic and operational leadership across the full employee lifecycle, supporting approximately 300 staff and Academic Fellows. This role would suit a credible and collaborative HR leader who enjoys balancing hands-on delivery with longer-term organisational development initiatives. What’s on offer: • Generous pension scheme, • Enhanced annual leave entitlement, • Healthcare cash plan, • Part time (4 days a week) considered or compressed hours, • Free meals whilst on site, • Free car parking available (10 minute walk), • Access to on-site fitness facilities, • Cycle-to-work, • Nursery salary sacrifice schemes About the role: • Working in partnership with the Senior Bursar ...

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified HR professional to join one of Cambridges most prestigious and historic institutions as Interim Head of HR. Initially offered as a 6-month fixed-term contract, with strong potential to become a permanent appointment subject to mutual fit and organisational approval. Working closely with the Senior Bursar and senior stakeholders across the College, this role offers the chance to shape people strategy, influence organisational culture and lead a modern, high-quality HR function within a complex and intellectually stimulating environment. Leading a small HR team, you will provide both strategic and operational leadership across the full employee lifecycle, supporting approximately 300 staff and Academic Fellows. This role would suit a credible and collaborative HR leader who enjoys balancing hands-on delivery with longer-term organisational development initiatives. Whats on offer: Generous pension scheme Enhanced annual leave entitlement Healthcare cash plan Part time (4 days a week) considered or compressed hours Fr...

Interim HRIS Programme Manager - (Day Rate - Outside IR35). We're currently working alongside a leading Hospitality & Leisure business in their search for an Interim HRIS Programme Manager.

Starfish Search is supporting a Local Authority in the North of England to appoint an Interim HR Transformation Director to lead a key people and workforce transformation programme. Reporting to the HR Director, you will oversee HR change activity, improve governance, drive delivery pace, and delive

We’re looking for an experienced interim HR Business Partner to support senior leaders across the CEO, Operations and other senior level portfolios. You’ll play a key role in delivering our People Strategy, driving organisational change and ensuring a high‑quality HR service across all sites.

Ashley Kate HR is looking for an experienced Interim HR Advisor for a TUPE project based in Ramsgate.

They are looking for a HR Specialist to join them on an interim basis to set up the HR function in the UK and Ireland from scratch. The business is on an exceptionally exciting growth trajectory and is looking for a HR Partner who is comfortable operating independently to establish the HR function f

Key Responsibilities Lead and support redundancy and restructuring programmes Manage and advise on TUPE processes, ensuring full compliance and smooth delivery Maintain and manage HR trackers, reporting on progress and key metrics Provide expert guidance on Employee Relations matters Create

Loom Talent is seeking an HR Specialist to establish the HR function for a global leader in the UK and Ireland. This role requires setting up HR policies, assisting with recruitment for the senior leadership team, and implementing benefits and compensation structures. The ideal candidate will have e

Panoramic Associates is partnering with a well-regarded education provider in Kent to appoint an experienced Interim HR Manager for a key assignment running through to the Christmas break. Reporting to the HR Director, you will also lead and support a small HR team, with line management responsibili

A Private Education organisation based in London, are looking for an Interim HR Transformation Lead (HRIS) to support with process improvement and a HR System implementation. FTC - Interim HR Transformation Lead (HRIS). An experienced HR professional with experience working on HR system implementati

This interim appointment is a strategic role aimed at guiding HR functions through a critical period of organisational change and development. Are you a strategic HR leader with a proven track record in education or local authority settings? Our client, a reputable organisation operating within the

Morgan Law is seeking an experienced interim HR Business Partner to support senior leaders in the Greater London area. The ideal candidate will have experience in complex, unionized environments and be capable of managing diverse HR functions. The position offers hybrid working with three days onsit

This HR BP role is a key position within a collaborative HR team of five, supporting both operational and strategic HR activity across the business. As an Interim HR BP, you will partner closely with senior leaders and line managers to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused HR solutions during a bu

Adecco is looking for an HR Change Manager in Greater London to support a major organisational transformation.

Ashley Kate HR & Finance is looking for an experienced Interim HR Advisor to join a large-scale TUPE project in Ramsgate.

Macmillan Davies is seeking an Interim People Coordinator to assist a global hospitality client in the UK with high-volume HR administration across 39 sites in Hertfordshire. Candidates should have proven HR administration experience, strong attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.

Farrer Barnes Limited is seeking a senior HR professional for an interim role to lead the HR function and provide strategic oversight. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in HR leadership and be ready to make an immediate impact during a busy period for the business. Responsibilities

Reporting to the HR Director, you will manage a small HR team and drive efficient, compliant, and digitally enabled HR operations that enhance the employee experience. Deliver consistent, high‑quality HR operational support across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, changes, offboarding,

Proven experience operating as an interim HR professional, HR consultant or senior HR generalist. Seeking an experienced Interim HR Consultant to join the business on a short‑term basis, supporting employee relations activity and embedding robust HR policies, processes and governance. This is a ha

The role involves advising on contentious and non-contentious employment issues, supporting employee relations, and partnering with HR and leadership on workforce matters.

This interim/fixed term contract role involves overseeing daily HR functions and driving key initiatives across employee lifecycle. Equifind is looking for an experienced HR Manager for their financial advisory client in Greater London. Candidates should possess strong HR experience in regulated env

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a dynamic role within a prestigious environment? Our client based in Pangbourne, is seeking an HR Manager for a fixed-term maternity cover of up to 9 months. As the HR Manager, you will lead a dedicated HR team, providing essential support and guida

We are seeking an Interim Resourcing Admin Manager for a local government client in Dudley, West Midlands.

They urgently need an Interim Senior HR professional to bring stability at UK exec level during a sensitive time of sick leave. The role will involve bringing instant stability to the HR function in the UK; working closely with both the UK general manager and the EMEA VP of HR. Day rate and other as

As Interim Head of HR, you will play a central role in creating an environment where talented, curious and driven individuals can do their best work and thrive. You will manage and support a hands‑on HR Advisor who oversees day‑to‑day HR administration. Manage and develop the HR Assistant thro

Proven experience working within an HR function at Senior HR Advisor or HR Business Partner level. Take the lead on a range of HR casework, supporting managers and employees through processes including disciplinary, sickness absence, probation, performance management, and flexible/hybrid working req

A leading legal service provider in London seeks an experienced interim HR Business Partner to support senior leaders and drive organizational change. The ideal candidate is CIPD qualified with strong HR experience and up-to-date employment law knowledge.

This part-time role involves providing expert HR guidance to senior leaders, overseeing recruitment and compliance, and ensuring effective HR policies. Liberty Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract in Southampton. The ideal candidate will have prov

Proven experience leading an HR Shared Services, HR Operations or HR Service Delivery function. Optimising HR operational processes and making effective use of HR systems (Workday), reporting and automation. They are now seeking an HR Shared Service lead to develop and deliver a high-quality, techno

Interim Head of HR to shape their People experience during a phase of innovation. The role involves leading HR operations, supporting recruitment, and ensuring a positive and inclusive culture. Candidates should have at least 8 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in tech SMEs, and excellen

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Head of HR for an education organisation in London. This role involves leading a small HR team, developing HR best practices, and partnering with C-suite executives. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong strategic and operational HR experience and comfort with c

Russam Gms is seeking an Interim Senior HR professional in the West Midlands to provide stability at the executive level during a sensitive time of sick leave. This full-time role requires 10-15 years of HR leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing environments, and the ability to manage c

Shillito Executive Search is looking for an experienced Interim HR Business Partner for a 6-month contract in Rotherham. This full-time position involves supporting operational and strategic HR activities and partnering with senior leaders to deliver effective HR solutions. The ideal candidate has e

Macmillan Davies is seeking an experienced HR Specialist for a 6-month FTC in Keele, Staffordshire. The role involves leading a People Services team, enhancing HR operations, and supporting a growing international workforce. The ideal candidate will have strong HR generalist skills, experience with

Michael Page is looking for an Interim HR Transformation Lead (HRIS) in London on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting the implementation of HR and Payroll systems, reviewing existing HR policies, and ensuring effective change management. The ideal candidate is an experienced

Nxtgen Recruitment is seeking a HR & Payroll Advisor for an interim position of 4-6 months in Norfolk, England. Join a supportive team and contribute to effective HR practices. This role involves end-to-end payroll processing, managing starters and leavers, and supporting broader HR functions.

The role involves stabilizing HR operations and guiding the workforce through a transitional period. Panoramic Associates is seeking an Interim HR Manager for an education provider in Kent, with a contract from June 2026 to December 2026. Candidates should have experience in a school or multi-academ

Interim HR Advisor | Ramsgate | On-site role | Contract until end of October 2026 | up to £48K pro rata. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim HR Advisor to join a large-scale TUPE project based in Ramsgate. Providing HR advice and guidance to managers and employees throughout the

EquiTalent is searching for an Interim HRIS Programme Manager to oversee the implementation of Dayforce for a leading Hospitality & Leisure company for an initial 12 months.

As Interim Head of HR, you will play a central role in creating an environment where talented, curious and driven individuals can do their best work and thrive. You will manage and support a hands‑on HR Advisor who oversees day‑to‑day HR administration. Ensure prudent cost controls are in plac

Michael Page is seeking an Interim HR Consultant for a 12-month FTC in Greater London. The ideal candidate has a strong background in employee relations or HR business partnering within higher education.

HR Business Partner experience, supporting GTM departments. Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and changing environment - able to contextualize quickly and pivot effectively. Partner with various HR Functions (i.

Michael Page seeks an experienced Interim HR Consultant to provide hands-on support in employee relations and HR policy implementation. This role involves managing complex ER cases, reviewing existing HR practices, and advising line managers across the organization in Gatwick. The consultancy contra

Festival of Work based in Newcastle upon Tyne is hiring an Interim HR Consultant for a temporary engagement until September. The role requires a proactive HR professional experienced in redundancy and TUPE processes. You will lead change programmes, manage HR trackers, and build relationships with s