About us
Why Join Thurrock Council?
Thurrock Council offers a supportive, inclusive, and community-focused working environment with excellent employment benefits. Staff enjoy a generous annual leave allowance (starting at 25 days and rising to 30 after five years), flexible working arrangements—including part-time roles, job-shares, and home working—plus the option to buy extra leave.
Financial benefits include a career-average pension scheme, salary sacrifice options like Cycle-to-Work, interest-free green travel loans, relocation packages, and enhanced family leave. Employees also have access to a 24-hour health and well-being helpline, as well as discounts at national and local retailers.
The council places strong emphasis on personal development and progression. Staff are supported through funded training, apprenticeships, and career breaks of up to two years. There’s also a focus on supporting families and care leavers through mentoring, subsidised training, CV help, and free interview preparation. As a “Disability Confident” employer, Thurrock guarantees interviews for eligible disabled applicants and promotes flexible, inclusive hiring practices.
Culturally, Thurrock Council is forward-thinking and community-driven. It’s undergoing transformation through a collaborative leadership approach that includes residents and local partners. With around two-thirds of its staff living locally, there’s a strong community connection. Located just 30 minutes from London, Thurrock blends urban convenience with green spaces and cultural assets like Lakeside, Thames Freeport, and the Royal Opera House’s production centre.
In short, Thurrock Council offers meaningful work, career growth, strong employee support, and a real chance to make a difference in a vibrant and evolving borough.