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Chef Wanted - £18ph | Local Government Role | Portland Dorset | Stable Hours & Great Team!Location: Portland, DorsetContract Type: Permanent / Full-TimePay Rate: £18 per hourSchedule: 4-week rota, working 5 out of 7 daysAre you passionate about creating nutritious, high-quality meals that make a d

A local government authority in Suffolk is seeking a Graduate Project Officer through a two-year development programme. This role offers hands-on experience in local government, focusing on project work and collaboration across teams.

Chef Wanted - £18ph | Local Government Role | Portland Dorset | Stable Hours & Great Team! Location: Portland, Dorset Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time Pay Rate:

A local government authority in East Midlands is seeking a Finance Officer for a 6-month contract, focusing on accounts payable. Ideal candidates will have good numeracy skills and the ability to adapt to local government accounting software.

A local government office is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Finance to lead financial strategy development and ensure compliance with legislative requirements.

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Housing Disrepair Paralegal for a remote role.The ideal candidate will assist a busy Disrepair team and must have previous experience in a similar role, focusing on Housing Litigation and disrepair cases.The position is a 3-month contract requiring 37 hour

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Welfare Rights Team Leader to support the Operations Manager to lead develop and support a large team delivering high quality welfare benefits advice and advocacy.You will play a key role in ensuring residents/clients receive accurate, timely and effec

Graduate Programme - Communities - Local Government (Engineering). Graduate Programme - Communities - Local Government (Engineering). As a graduate you will support our Local Authority clients to deliver improvements for local communities, prioritising active and healthy travel modes.

A global financial services provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Technical Accountant to join their Technical Accounting Team.This mid-senior level role involves providing expert accounting advice to Treasury clients, ensuring compliance with sector-specific regulations.The position offers hybrid

Local audit technical expertise: Current knowledge of local government audit, professional ethics and regulatory requirements; able to translate emerging requirements into clear, practical guidance. The Government has proposed a statutory Local Audit Office (LAO) to centralise local audit oversight

Candidates should have at least 3 years in product development, experience in local government systems, and excellent analytical skills. The position offers a unique opportunity to drive efficiency in local government operations over a 6-month period.

Local Government Pension Scheme: Provides financial security.

This opportunity involves managing legal matters including local government law, procurement, and contract drafting, while also supervising other senior lawyers. A local council in the UK is seeking a qualified Solicitor or Barrister for a permanent role in its Legal Services team.

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Product Specialist to join their Public Protection team.This role is pivotal in managing products related to Environmental Health, Licensing, and Trading Standards.The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders, conduct market analysis,

A not-for-profit organisation in Central London is seeking an experienced Audit specialist to provide technical expertise in local government audit.

Key benefits include a local government pension scheme, discounted gym membership, and parental leave.

A local government authority in North East England is seeking a motivated Consultant Surveyor to manage acquisitions and disposals within the Corporate Property and Land Service.

With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. Applicants are invited to further strengthen our project delivery and technical capability in a wide range of flood risk management projects for our Local Aut

A local government authority is seeking a Senior Capital Accountant to support financial monitoring and lead capital aspects of accounts. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in local government finance, excellent ICT skills, and a strong understanding of budget preparation.

Represent the Combined Authority in external forums, including government departments and regional partnerships.

Business Unit Director – Local & Regional Government & Communities. You will lead and develop our local and regional government and communities business, part of our Cities and Places market. Managing the development and delivery of the local and regional government business plan, budget, resource

A growing Combined Authority in the United Kingdom is searching for an experienced Assistant Director of Finance to lead the Finance Service and shape financial strategies.The role involves overseeing budget management, driving strategic financial planning, and ensuring compliance and governance.Ide

We are looking for an experienced senior leader, ideally from local government or a comparable public sector environment, with a strong track record of leading complex operational services at scale. Experienced senior leader, ideally from local government or a comparable public sector environment, w

A recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Auditor for a local authority in London.

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Principal Auditor to join the Internal Audit team at Richmond and Wandsworth.The role involves supporting the audit management team, preparing operational audit plans, and undertaking diverse audit assignments.Candidates should ideally have a minimum of

A leading technology solutions provider in the UK seeks an Account Director for Local Government to drive digital transformation.

An international advisory firm is seeking an Assistant Director for its Infrastructure Advisory team, focusing on providing strategic financial advice to local and regional government clients.

A local government authority is seeking a Highways Engagement & Customer Support Manager to enhance customer service and stakeholder engagement in Derbyshire.

The role requires the candidate to manage a varied Local Government caseload independently and conduct advocacy, necessitating weekly on-site presence. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to important local government work while enjoying a structured work schedule of 37 hours a week, Mond

Local Government Pension Scheme.

Lancashire (OHA) Government / Local Authority Occupational Health Adviser (OHA) United Kingdom. Position: Occupational Health Adviser (OHA) for Government / Local Authority in Lancashire, United Kingdom. Sector: Government / Local Authority.

We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of fle

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Capital Accountant to join their Strategic Finance team. The ideal candidate will be CCAB or CIMA qualified with substantial experience, particularly in local government finance.

Corporate Director of Housing, Lambeth Council, London, UK – Permanent, salary circa £180,000 –.Closing Date: 25th January 2026.Lambeth is a borough defined by its people – vibrant, diverse, and committed to social justice.Our Lambeth 2030 Plan sets a clear ambition: to create neighbourhoods

A leading IT service provider is seeking an IT Deployment Coordinator for a hybrid role in London to oversee a Windows 11 desktop refresh programme.This position involves coordinating multiple device deployments, managing schedules and communications, and ensuring accurate data tracking.The ideal ca

A local government authority is seeking a Director of Children’s Services to lead statutory and non-statutory services for vulnerable children and families in Greater London.

This opportunity involves managing legal matters including local government law, procurement, and contract drafting, while also supervising other senior lawyers. Manage legal matters including local government law, procurement, and contract drafting. A local council in the UK is seeking a qualified

A local government authority in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to lead the design and delivery of innovative street lighting solutions.

Assistant Director: EY Parthenon – Infrastructure Advisory; Local and Regional Government. We are focused on growing our practice as we respond to the UK’s infrastructure agenda and the particular strategic drivers in the local and regional government sector. You’ll be part of a growing and dy

A local government authority in London is seeking a Service Manager for Environmental Health (Commercial) to lead the Noise Nuisance and Scientific Team.

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking an Assistant Director for Corporate Parenting to lead services for Children in Care and care-experienced young people.

A council in Greater London is seeking a strategic leader to shape policy and governance, driving evidence-based decisions and inclusive practices.The ideal candidate will exhibit strong strategic thinking and political acumen, with a track record of influencing at senior levels.This pivotal role wi

Principal or Senior Consultant / Engineer: Local Government Flood Risk Management and Sustainable Drainage. Applicants are invited to further strengthen our project delivery and technical capability in a wide range of flood risk management projects for our Local Authority clients. We are looking for

A GovTech leader is seeking a Sales Manager for Local Government SaaS in Greater London.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in local government law and excellent communication skills. A local authority in the West Midlands is seeking a qualified Commercial Lawyer for a minimum 6-month locum contract.

A local governmental body in Greater London is seeking an IT Service Desk Analyst to provide exceptional IT support.

A GovTech consulting firm is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead efforts in enhancing public services for local government. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in product development, strong leadership skills, and experience with local government systems.

A local government authority in East Midlands is seeking a passionate individual to oversee infrastructure projects within the Highways Service.