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Policy Consultant

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Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£42.3k - £56.5k Annual
Contract/Project
About the job
Policy Consultant
Human Resources Division
12 month FTC
Hybrid
Salary: £42,254 - £56,535
Organisation: University of Cambridge
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join the Human Resources Division as a Policy Consultant at the University of Cambridge.
This role will support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures across a complex and highly collaborative organisation.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering best-practice people policies, supporting organisational change initiatives, and building strong relationships with stakeholders and recognised trade unions.
The Role
As Policy Consultant, you will support the drafting, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and frameworks that align with organisational objectives and employment legislation.
Working closely with senior colleagues and key stakeholders, you will provide guidance on employee relations matters, support consultation and negotiation processes, and contribute to strategic HR initiatives. You will also prepare reports, presentations, and policy documentation to support effective decision making and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Draft and review HR policies and procedures relevant to a public sector environment
* Provide guidance on employment law, HR policy, and employee relations matters
* Support consultation and negotiation activity with recognised trade unions and stakeholders
* Assist with organisational and cultural change initiatives
* Prepare reports, presentations, and web content to a high standard
* Analyse and manipulate qualitative and quantitative data to support decision making
* Use a range of Microsoft Office and project management tools effectively
* Support governance and committee processes where required
* Handle sensitive, confidential, and complex matters with professionalism and discretion
About You
* Experience drafting HR policies within a complex or public sector environment
* Strong understanding of UK employment law, HR policy, and procedures
* Experience working in a unionised environment with consultation and negotiation exposure
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong project management and organisational skills
* Ability to analyse and present data effectively using Excel and other IT systems
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
* Diplomatic and customer-focused approach with the ability to build effective relationships
* Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately
* CIPD qualified or equivalent experience
Desirable
* Experience within the Higher Education sector
* Familiarity with governance and committee structures
* Experience using project management tools such as MS Project or Planner
* This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional to contribute to strategic policy development within a complex and evolving organisation.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
* Development and learning opportunities
* Excellent pension scheme
* Supportive and inclusive working environment
* Commitment to work/life balance

Reference: 225133042

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Policy Consultant

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Posted on Jun 1, 2026 by CV-Library

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Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£42.3k - £56.5k Annual
Contract/Project
About the job
Policy Consultant
Human Resources Division
12 month FTC
Hybrid
Salary: £42,254 - £56,535
Organisation: University of Cambridge
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join the Human Resources Division as a Policy Consultant at the University of Cambridge.
This role will support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures across a complex and highly collaborative organisation.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering best-practice people policies, supporting organisational change initiatives, and building strong relationships with stakeholders and recognised trade unions.
The Role
As Policy Consultant, you will support the drafting, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and frameworks that align with organisational objectives and employment legislation.
Working closely with senior colleagues and key stakeholders, you will provide guidance on employee relations matters, support consultation and negotiation processes, and contribute to strategic HR initiatives. You will also prepare reports, presentations, and policy documentation to support effective decision making and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Draft and review HR policies and procedures relevant to a public sector environment
* Provide guidance on employment law, HR policy, and employee relations matters
* Support consultation and negotiation activity with recognised trade unions and stakeholders
* Assist with organisational and cultural change initiatives
* Prepare reports, presentations, and web content to a high standard
* Analyse and manipulate qualitative and quantitative data to support decision making
* Use a range of Microsoft Office and project management tools effectively
* Support governance and committee processes where required
* Handle sensitive, confidential, and complex matters with professionalism and discretion
About You
* Experience drafting HR policies within a complex or public sector environment
* Strong understanding of UK employment law, HR policy, and procedures
* Experience working in a unionised environment with consultation and negotiation exposure
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong project management and organisational skills
* Ability to analyse and present data effectively using Excel and other IT systems
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
* Diplomatic and customer-focused approach with the ability to build effective relationships
* Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately
* CIPD qualified or equivalent experience
Desirable
* Experience within the Higher Education sector
* Familiarity with governance and committee structures
* Experience using project management tools such as MS Project or Planner
* This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional to contribute to strategic policy development within a complex and evolving organisation.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
* Development and learning opportunities
* Excellent pension scheme
* Supportive and inclusive working environment
* Commitment to work/life balance
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Reference: 225133042

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