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We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Administrator to join the Human Resources Division.
This new full-time role will join our friendly and supportive Divisional Administration team, which provides essential support to colleagues across the HR Division. The team's responsibilities span a range of functions including HR and Finance administration, Health and Safety, and IT support. We're looking for an organised, people-focused professional to join our team and play a key role in keeping our HR operations running smoothly.
About the role
In this role, you'll be supporting the Divisional Administrator with maintaining divisional administrative policy and processes in order to ensure the smooth running of the HR Division (approx. 230 staff) and to help facilitate the efficient operation of all work undertaken. This will be a varied role, primarily responsible for financial administation, whilst also providing administrative support across the team.
What you will be doing:
- Responsible for monitoring and processing invoices, credit notes, expense claims, purchase orders and credit accounts with suppliers, taking into account financial regulations.
- Purchase stationary and other office supplies, placing orders through the University financial system.
- Collect and collate data relating to expenditure and equipment use.
- Provide general administrative support within the Divisional Adminstration team.
- Acting as point of contact for enquiries from colleagues.
We're looking for someone who has:
- A Level standard or equivalent standard/NVQ level 3 education or equivalent level of practical experience.
- Relevant experience in administration.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise own workload.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, whilst maintaining high standards of delivery service.
- Previous working knowledge of Cambridge University Finance systems would be desirable
Please review the 'Further Information' document to understand more about the position and what skills we are looking for.
Why join us?
Along with working in a collaborative and supportive environment, the University of Cambridge offers a range of benefits, including:
- Development opportunities, such as gaining a recognised qualification, LinkedIn Learning courses, job shadowing and career progression.
- Generous pension contributions and 36 days annual leave.
- Hybrid working, with flexibility on your office days.
- Fantastic discounts at local businesses and thousands of retailers.
- Health and Wellbeing Benefits, including a Staff Counselling Service, discounts at the University Sports Centre, and other local gyms, and healthcare schemes.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.
In your application, please outline how your skills and experience align with the requirements of this role and your motivations for applying.
Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Michelle Talbot, Divisional Administrator
Email: Michelle.Talbot@admin.cam.ac.uk
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Closing date for applications: 11th March 2026
Interviews for the role will be held in person at Greenwich House: 18th March 2026
Please quote reference AH48501 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Please note: Unfortunately, we would be unable to sponsor candidates under the Skilled Worker immigration route as this type of role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
Key information
Department/location
Salary
£27,319-£31,236
Reference
AH48501
Category
Date published
26 February 2026
Closing date
11 March 2026
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