Working Here

At Essex we believe in putting the customer first. The first step in achieving this aim is to have well supported and motivated staff. That is why we provide a competitive range of rewards and benefits focused on both the personal and professional lives of our staff.

Support

• Relocation assistance if you're moving to Essex to take up a new role.
• A Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Interest-free bus and rail season ticket loans from £100 - £5,000.
• Special leave, dependents leave and time off for public duties, depending on circumstances.
• Access to a staff counselling service.
• Lease car scheme (dependant on role)
• Access to key worker housing
• Childcare Voucher Scheme.

Development

• Extensive Induction programmes
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Work options that include Job Share and Career Break schemes.

Social

• At least 22 days' annual leave, rising to 29 days, depending on grade and length of service.
• A sports and social club at County Hall, Chelmsford.
• Staff discounts in gyms, travel agents, car sales/services, restaurants, shops and days out.