HR Officer
Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.
HR Officer
Salary: £30,269 - £32,790
As a HR Officer, you’ll gain exposure to a variety of different areas of HR, from employee relations to recruitment, training and absence management. Working in one of our Service areas, you’ll provide a tailored administrative service to our staff and build up your HR experience.
You’ll get involved in the day to day running of the Council from supporting with sickness absence management, recruitment and advising colleagues to taking notes at meetings and assisting with employee relations cases.
Sevenoaks District Council is unique in creating a people-first approach with a strong focus on development, you’ll benefit from the wide variety of experience within our team, and you’ll have the opportunity to determine in which HR discipline your passion lies.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG and our Dunbrik Depot, Sundridge, TN14 6EP. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days)
Why work with us?
We’re proud to be a high-performing local authority delivering essential services that residents rely on every day. You’ll be joining a professional and supportive team where safety, teamwork and respect are at the heart of everything we do.
What’s in it for you?
- 37 hour working week
- 25 days annual leave per year
- Additional leave after 5 years of service
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a defined benefit pension, with the employer contributions significantly higher than most private-sector schemes
- Free on-site parking at place of work
- Access to employee benefits and discounts on shopping, travel, days out and more,
- Access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
- Opportunities to join in with social activities throughout the year
Do you want to know more about the role?
For further details on the role, please see the job description or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sam McDowall, HR Business Partner, on 01732 227433.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: Tuesday, 12th May 2026
Interviews: Thursday, 21st May 2025
Equal Opportunities:
Sevenoaks – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Application notes:
Please apply online. If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by emailing human.resources@sevenoaks.gov.uk to discuss how we can assist you in applying.
Salary range
- £30,269 - £32,790 per year