Job Description

Salary

36,684 to 40,212 per annum pro rata

Job category/type

Fixed Term - Full Time

Date posted

13/01/2026

Job reference

BREQ0428



Up to 37 hours per week 36,684 to 40,212 per annum pro rata Fixed term contract for 2 years Based in Braintree, Essex


Braintree District Council is embarking on an exciting transformation journey and move into a unitary Authority in 2028 and we are looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join us on this journey.

As part of our People and Performance Team, you will deliver exceptional HR services and support people initiatives by providing expert HR advice in a positive workplace culture. You will ensure best practice in employee relations and have good general knowledge of employment legislation.

You will play a key role in the full employee lifecycle with a focus on effective data management, payroll, use of the HR information system and streamlining processes. As an experienced professional you will be providing expert guidance and support to managers and employees across a range of HR matters.

We are looking for someone with excellent HR generalist experience, ideally in a local authority or public sector setting. Essential requirements include experience in recruitment, payroll and employee relations, along with strong IT skills, including data analysis and using metrics to drive improvements. Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills are a must, along with a positive, proactive attitude and a strong team-oriented approach.

Joining Braintree District Council means becoming part of a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking organisation and you will be making a real difference to the lives of our employees and the communities we serve.

If you are an HR professional looking for a new opportunity and ready to join us at an exciting time of change, we would love to hear from you.

Why choose Braintree District Council?

Braintree is an ambitious and dynamic Council and is becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the District located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.

Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach, which is led by our employees, and are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Our people see the difference they make and how the work they do actively contributes to and encourages positive change in the local community.

We also offer some great benefits, including:

Flexible working Local government pension scheme Learning and development for all employees Employee discount schemes Employee recognition schemes Extensive health and wellbeing programmes, including discounted gym membership Some opportunities for hybrid working with a balance of home/office working depending on business need - at least 2 days per week in the office required.


Make a difference - work for your local Council!

For more information, please see the Job Profile.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Closing date for completed applications: Midnight on Sunday 25th January 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026

Guidance on the application process and helpful hints can be found here: Application Guidance.