Human Resources Advisor

Human Resources Advisor

Role Number: HRMH18

Grade G: £32,061 – £35,412 per annum (pay award pending)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Why join us?

Working for Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils offers the opportunity to make a real difference, with excellent benefits including:

• Flexitime scheme to support work–life balance
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• 25.5 days annual leave, rising to 30.5 days after 5 years
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free car parking
• Payment of one professional fee per year

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join our supportive HR Shared Service, working across both councils.

You will provide practical, timely and legally compliant HR advice, supporting managers with a wide range of employee relations matters, helping to resolve issues early ensuring the consistent application of HR policies and procedures. You will also contribute to HR projects, policy development and service improvement, helping to build management capability across the organisation.

About you

You will:

• Hold CIPD Level 3 or above, or demonstrate equivalent vocational experience
• Have proven experience across a broad range of employee relations matters
• Be confident working in a public sector or similarly complex environment
• Be collaborative, professional and committed to delivering high‑quality HR advice

Further details are available in the supporting documentation.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your development supported, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.

How to apply

Apply online at: https://staffordandcannockjobs.engageats.co.uk

Alternatively, contact us on 01785 619000 or email us quoting the role number at:

✉ recruitment@staffordbc.gov.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 12th May 2026
Interviews: w/c 1st June 2026

Cannock Chase District and Stafford Borough Councils are Equal Opportunities Employers