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Read more at: Celebrating 25 Years of Service at the University

Celebrating 25 Years of Service at the University

29 August 2024

On the 17th of July, a celebration was held for Colleagues across the University, who have committed 25 years of their employment to the University. The event was held at the Cambridge Union Society and was opened by the Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice. She expressed her appreciation for all their contributions...


Read more at: CAMbens Employee Benefits website change

CAMbens Employee Benefits website change

29 August 2024

We have recently made a change to the way we share information about employee benefits. From the end of August 2024, the primary place to find all employee benefits information will be our HR Reward webpages . This includes information on the Cycle to Work Scheme, Payroll Giving, the Rental Deposit Loan Scheme, and more...


Read more at: Replacement of physical immigration documents with Digital Statuses

Replacement of physical immigration documents with Digital Statuses

22 August 2024

The Home Office is introducing a digital proof of immigration status called an eVisa, which replaces physical immigration documents. This eVisa, also known as an 'online status' or a 'share code', will be available for non-UK nationals who hold either a biometric residence permit (BRP) expiring on December 31, 2024, or...


Read more at: Pay and benefits package

Pay and benefits package

8 August 2024

What you need to know A pensionable supplement of 2.5% basic monthly pay will be awarded to all staff on University terms and conditions up to and including salary point 48 The University is significantly enhancing a range of staff benefits, including family leave and paternity leave The University will enable appointments...


Read more at: 2024 Professional Services Recognition Scheme

2024 Professional Services Recognition Scheme

8 July 2024

You are invited to nominate your professional services colleagues for this year’s Professional Services Recognition Scheme . The deadline for nominations is 16 August 2024. The Professional Services Recognition Scheme celebrates our professional services colleagues’ contribution to the University. The scheme highlights and...


Read more at: Staff and Students Relationships Policy

Staff and Students Relationships Policy

8 July 2024

On 1 July 2024, a new policy on staff and student relationships came into effect at the University. Professor Kamal Munir, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for University Community and Engagement, introduces the policy and explains the reasons for it. munir-kamal-250x250_0.jpg Dear colleagues, This new policy significantly strengthens...


Read more at: Celebrating research culture at Cambridge

Celebrating research culture at Cambridge

28 June 2024

Do you work with a great research group, or a great PI? You can nominate them for the 2024 Research Culture Celebration, to be held on 30 September at Kettle’s Yard. Categories include: leadership, concern for professional development, recognition and reward, wellbeing management and support, and inclusive practice Find...


Read more at: Applications are now open for Professional Services development programmes  

Applications are now open for Professional Services development programmes  

28 May 2024

Applications for the Administrator Development Programme (ADP) and Strategic Development Programme (SDP) are now open. These programmes offer outstanding development opportunities for Professional Services colleagues, supporting them to actively contribute to, and lead on, world-class professional services and academic...


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New International Working Policy guidance

17 May 2024

Further to the launch of the revised International Working Policy in October 2023, three new guidance documents are now available to assist institutions, managers and employees in following certain processes linked to international working: Personal Requests for International Working. This guidance sets out the...


Read more at: New legislation and updates to HR policies effective from 6 April 2024

New legislation and updates to HR policies effective from 6 April 2024

20 March 2024

New and amended legislation is being introduced on 6 April 2024 to widen access to flexible working, introduce a new leave entitlement for carers, extend existing redundancy protections, and change the way paternity leave is booked and taken.