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): 4^th February 2026

Closing Date (Internal Only): 15^th February 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information 

For specific information regarding this position, please contact: 

Julie Harris - jharris@thurrock.gov.uk  

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:

ER Adviser JD

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Why Thurrock?

Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.

Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.

This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough. 

Our location

Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.

We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.

Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.

Staff benefits

We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.

Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.

We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.

For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council