HR Support Officer - Braintree District Council (Contract)

HR Support Officer - Braintree District Council

Role: HR Support Officer

Location: Braintree, Essex

Employment type: Fixed Term, Full Time (two year contract)

Salary: £31,284 - £35,721 per annum

Closing date: 30 July 2026

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing.
• Contract production and HR administration.
• Coordinate recruitment processes.
• Manage the HR information system (iTrent).
• Respond to first level HR queries.
• Assemble and maintain employee records for joining, leaving, and internal movements.
• Provide first level advice on HR matters.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration, payroll, recruitment, and contract production.
• Experience using HRIS, preferably iTrent (MHR).
• Knowledge of HR and employment law.
• Excellent IT skills - MS Office, particularly Excel.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Track record of building relationships with line managers to resolve HR issues.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks to completion.

Benefits

• Flexible working, including hybrid arrangements.
• Local government pension scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Employee discounts at local businesses.
• Employee recognition schemes.
• Extensive health and wellbeing programmes, including discounted gym membership.

Why Braintree District Council?

Braintree is an ambitious and dynamic council, one of the fastest growing districts in the East of England. It offers a supportive environment for employees with opportunities for growth and innovation.