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Getting Into Local Government

Local government is a diverse employer that encourages the development of its staff, who in turn deliver quality services to its clients - the public. Employees feel that they are contributing to the local community and making a difference in people’s lives whilst working in a dynamic, fair and flexible environment. Whoever you are and whatever your background, working in local government gives you the opportunity not only to develop your career but also to improve others’ lives.

What is local government?

Local government affects all our lives. When you go to school, use the library or local swimming pool, have a game of football in the park or eat a takeaway meal, you are using services provided by your local council.

Local Government customer services officer

Bill Bates is a customer services officer with Liverpool City Council. He is the first point of contact that many people have with the council, so it is part of his job to make a good first impression.

Economic development officer

Mark Evans is an economic development officer at Wolverhampton City Council. He manages the City Investment Fund, city-wide programme which supports the development of land and building projects for commercial and industrial activity.

Legal executive

Chantelle Kemper is a trainee legal executive with Hampshire County Council. All local authorities have legal departments to advise council members and officers on many aspects of the law, from employment law and land purchase to prosecuting offenders.

Government: The Big Players

Working in local government. Have you ever thought about a career in local government? With over two million jobs in local government in the UK, there’s bound to be one right up your street!