Jobs: local government

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Leader to join our team as a Deputy Director, Local Government Engagement and Delivery. This is a unique opportunity to lead on strategic engagement with local councils, advising and managing the delivery of ministerial and senior official engagement plans, and influencing policy teams across government.Key...

Job summaryThe Local Government Engagement Division has a reputation for excellent stakeholder management and problem solving across Whitehall. Our twin priorities are making sure that local councils are involved in the cross-government policy development cycle, and that critical information flows freely between Whitehall and the local government sector.Job...

Job SummaryThe Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our Local Government Engagement Division. As Deputy Director, you will play a critical role in shaping our engagement strategy with local councils and ensuring that our policies and initiatives are informed by the needs and...

Job DescriptionThe Office for Place seeks an urban designer to support the delivery of innovative tools and products that aid local authorities and developers in designing better places.This exciting opportunity is part of an organisation that aims to catalyse a fundamental change in the way government, communities, and the development industry create and...

About the RoleThe Local Government Association is seeking a highly experienced and skilled finance professional to join our team as a Principal Adviser. The role can be based at home or in our London office, with occasional travel to our office base.You will bring a strong track record of achievement in finance and/or audit at a senior level, with a deep...

Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our Workforce Team as a Senior Project Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering specific projects and working across the three main areas of the team: commercial and grant funded support, policy and collective bargaining.Key...

About the RoleThis post is based in the Local Government Association's Research and Information Team.We are seeking a highly skilled professional to work on a secondment or fixed-term basis until the end of March 2025.The successful candidate will assist the Programme Manager in managing the delivery of a portfolio of improvement support, including managing...

Hybrid Working OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Investigator - Public Interest and Governance to join our team at the Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO). This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where you will be responsible for assessing and investigating complaints made to the LGSCO by the public.As...

Job SummaryThe Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Advisor for Local Plan Delivery and Intervention. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a range of challenging projects that will help shape the future of local planning in the UK.Key...

Job SummaryThis is a high-profile analytical role within the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) offering the opportunity to lead influential pieces of economic analysis in the area of local government finance.Key ResponsibilitiesThe post holder will lead analysis and scrutiny of evidence on local authority productivity, assessing...

About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to join the Local Government Association's Research and Information Team as a Senior Data Adviser. The successful candidate will work closely with the Programme Manager to define, set up, manage, and deliver projects that support councils in improving their use of data.The ideal candidate will have excellent...

About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Senior Adviser to join our team at the Local Government Association. As a key member of our workforce support team, you will play a crucial role in delivering support within our grant funded work and commercially delivered projects.Key Responsibilities:Delivering workforce support within grant funded work and...

Job Introduction **Job Purpose**: - To lead London Councils’ work on influencing local government finance policy, working with colleagues across the organisation to ensure this contribution is integrated with other London Councils’ policy development. - To manage the day-to-day operation of London Councils’ finance policy team - overseeing technical...

About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to join the Local Government Association as a CQC Compliance Specialist. In this role, you will be working closely with local authorities to provide support and guidance on the Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment process. Your expertise will be invaluable in helping councils prepare for and respond to CQC...

About the role   This post is based in the LGA’s Research and Information Team.  We are currently looking for someone to work with us on secondment, or for a fixed term, until the end of March 2025. In this role, you will assist the Programme Manager in managing the delivery of a to help local authorities make better use of data. ...

About the RoleThe Local Government Association is seeking a skilled and experienced professional to join our team as an Adult Social Care Advisor. This role will involve working closely with local authorities to provide support and guidance on the Care Quality Commission's (CQC) assessment process.Key ResponsibilitiesLiaise with local authorities to arrange...

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Governance Professional to join our team and provide expert advice on governance, procedures, and compliance to our Local Governing Bodies.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality clerking services to Local Governing Bodies, including taking minutes and recording discussions and decisions.Offer expert advice on...

Councils across the UK look to Society of Local Council Clerks for experienced professionals to drive their growth and development. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Lead Parish Officer to join one of our member councils in Buckinghamshire.Salary: £40,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications and experienceJob Description:We are seeking a...

Job summaryThis vacancy is only for candidates who are not currently a member of the GSS.If you are currently a member of the GSS/GES/GORS please apply to vacancy number 369712 (unbadged GES/GORS are also able to apply through the same vacancy number).There are two posts available; Head of Local Authority Productivity Analysis and Head of Business Rates Tax...

Are you an experienced administrator looking for a new challenge? The Golden Thread Alliance is seeking an enthusiastic Clerk to support the Local Governing Bodies of our 9 academies which are based across Dartford and Gravesham. - 25 hours p/w, term time only (38 weeks p/y) - KR7 - £25,378 FTE (pro rata to £14,499.14 per annum for 25 hpw, 38 weeks p/y) -...