People & Culture Manager

University of Cambridge - Girton College

Placed On: 30th March 2026
Closes: 12th April 2026

35 hours per week

Girton College is seeking a People & Culture Manager to join our People & Culture team at an exciting time of development and change.

This is a key role within the College, working closely with Heads of Department and senior colleagues to support the delivery of a high-quality, modern People & Culture service.

You will act as a trusted partner to managers across a diverse and complex organisation, leading on complex employee relations matters, supporting workforce planning, and contributing to the delivery of the College’s People & Culture Strategy. The role combines strong operational expertise with a proactive, solutions-focused approach, using data and insight to support effective decision-making.

For specific details of the roles and responsibilities, please see the Job Description.

About you

We are looking for a confident and capable People & Culture professional who:

• Has experience operating in a generalist HR or People & Culture role within a medium-sized organisation
• Is confident managing complex employee relations cases and advising managers at all levels
• Takes a proactive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving
• Has experience of coaching and supporting managers to build capability
• Is comfortable using HR systems and data to inform decisions
• Can build effective working relationships and influence a range of stakeholders
• Is well organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities

A CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) or equivalent experience is essential.

What we offer

In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 34 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Workplace pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking
• Free use of gym and swimming pool
• Free lunch
• Access to a range of additional benefits associated with working in a Cambridge College environment

How to apply

To apply, please submit:

• A CV
• A covering letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role

Please send applications to: recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk via the above 'Apply' button.

If you require any additional information or support with your application, please contact the same address.

Further information

• A full Job Description is available here.
• Closing date: 12th April at 11:59pm
• Interviews: Week commencing 20th April
• We are not accepting applications from agencies