HR Adviser (Maternity Cover)
| Posting date: | 16 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,002 to £36,636 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 January 2026 |
| Location: | Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | University of Aberdeen |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | HRS118A |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the HR Team at the University in the post of HR Adviser to cover a period of maternity leave for 12 months starting in March 2026.
The successful candidate will join a team of HR Partners and Advisers working to support the staff of our Professional Services and Academic areas. These roles are part of the Human Resources section within the Directorate of People which is part of the University’s Professional Services.
The successful candidate will provide professional HR advice and support to members of staff and line managers in relation to all aspects of staffing matters including recruitment and selection, immigration, first level disciplinary/grievance issues, employment legislation, staff welfare issues, performance management, probationary procedures, job evaluation/grading, sickness management, retirement, change management and leavers process.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5, £33,002 - £36,636 per annum, pro rata and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Tim Arnot, Acting Head of HR Business Partnering, e-mail: t.arnot@abdn.ac.uk.
This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: HRS118A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is: 29 January 2026.
The Directorate of People embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
The successful candidate will join a team of HR Partners and Advisers working to support the staff of our Professional Services and Academic areas. These roles are part of the Human Resources section within the Directorate of People which is part of the University’s Professional Services.
The successful candidate will provide professional HR advice and support to members of staff and line managers in relation to all aspects of staffing matters including recruitment and selection, immigration, first level disciplinary/grievance issues, employment legislation, staff welfare issues, performance management, probationary procedures, job evaluation/grading, sickness management, retirement, change management and leavers process.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5, £33,002 - £36,636 per annum, pro rata and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Tim Arnot, Acting Head of HR Business Partnering, e-mail: t.arnot@abdn.ac.uk.
This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: HRS118A
The closing date for the receipt of applications is: 29 January 2026.
The Directorate of People embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.