ER Advisor
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,027.00 to £44,463.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6SL |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Thurrock Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 2835_1769596030 |
Summary
Salary: £39,027.00 - £44,463.00 per annum
Grade E
Fixed term contract - 6 months
37 Hours per Week
About the Role
Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact and support organisation‑wide change? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Employee Relations (ER) Advisor to join our HR team and play a pivotal role in delivering a high‑profile transformation programme.
As an ER Advisor, you will work closely with HR Business Partners to provide high‑quality support to organisational change activities, including restructures, consultations, TUPE transfers, and workforce redesign, ensuring all activity is compliant, well‑managed, and aligned to employment law and best practice.
We are looking for someone with strong experience in handling change programmes, giving confident and consistent advice to managers, and preparing clear, accurate documentation. You will have excellent attention to detail, sound judgement, and the ability to interpret HR policies and employment legislation. Strong communication and influencing skills are essential, as you will work collaboratively with managers and trade union representatives to support fair and timely outcomes.
This is an exciting time to join us. If you're passionate about driving positive change, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and want to develop your career in HR while contributing to a major transformation programme, we want to hear from you.
DBS Check: Not required for this post.
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 4th February 2026
Closing Date (Internal Only): 15th February 2026
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Additional Information
For specific information regarding this position, please contact:
Julie Harris -
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
ER Adviser JD
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