Why choose us?

Welcome to Herefordshire Council

Are you just starting your career, seeking a change, relocating to beautiful Herefordshire or just here to browse?

Let us show you why you have come to the right place and why now is the time to join Herefordshire Council.

Working for Herefordshire Council means that you will be contributing to a wide range of services that together make a difference to residents' lives on a daily basis. We need people who are innovative, committed, professional, and will take pride in their role within Herefordshire Council.

How we're organised

The Chief Executive of Herefordshire Council is Paul Walker. He is the senior officer who leads and takes responsibility for the work of all directly employed council staff.

The council consists of four directorates:

  • Community wellbeing
  • Children and young people
  • Economy and environment
  • Corporate services

Together, these directorates and divisions provide a wide range of services, which include education, social care, highways and transport, planning, culture, waste management, environmental health and trading standards.

You can find out more about each directorate.