Local Government

We're dedicated to providing public sector professionals to perfectly match your Local Authority's recruitment requirements.

Securing the right professionals within Local Government is essential to the continuity and quality of public services. With longstanding experience supporting Local Authorities nationwide, our specialist Local Government recruitment team partners with organisations to source skilled professionals who understand the operational, legislative and cultural demands of the public sector.

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We recognise the complexities of Local Government recruitment, where technical capability must be balanced with public sector values and a strong understanding of statutory frameworks. Our consultants operate exclusively within the sector, bringing deep market knowledge that enables the swift identification of candidates aligned to both role requirements and the wider local authority environment.

We provide tailored permanent, interim and temporary recruitment solutions across the full breadth of Local Government functions, including regulatory, environmental, revenue, planning and public health services. By maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legislative change and organisational reform, we ensure candidates are well equipped to operate effectively within evolving policy and budgetary constraints.

Working with Local Authorities across England and Wales, we take a consultative, responsive approach to every assignment. By understanding the unique challenges facing each Authority, we consistently deliver high-quality professionals who add value from day one and support the effective delivery of essential public services.

OUR EXPERTISE

Roles we recruit include:

Local Government Policy

Environmental Protection

Parks & Leisure

Roads/Travel/Parking

Public Health

Town Planning

Waste & Recycling

Council Tax & Revenues

Benefits Assessment

Environmental Health

Private Sector Housing

Trading Standards/Licensing

JOB SEEKERS

Our live vacancies

James Andrews always provide the best candidates they can. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to other organisations.

John Wallbank, Head of People Engagement

The consultants at James Andrews were open and honest in their approach and provided me with updates along the recruitment process. I would recommend the services of James Andrews Recruitment Solutions to other prospective clients.

Bob Purton, Operations Manager (Property)

Each interaction we have with staff at James Andrews they are always polite and courteous and deal with any questions or queries we may have. I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to other organisations.

Lee Byrne, Regeneration Manager

We have found the James Andrews team to have extensive knowledge in the sector. We would recommend James Andrews and we would be happy to use the agency in the future as relevant staffing needs arise.

Lisa Butterfill, Interim HR Manager

We have been working with James Andrews on vacancies within our Housing Service for a number of years. I would have no reservations recommending James Andrews and would be happy to use the agency in the future.

Simon Phelan, Service Manager (Strategic Housing)

James Andrews communicate effectively, and trouble shoot any issues efficiently. I would have no hesitation recommending James Andrews as a recruitment solution for any social housing provider looking for highly skilled candidates to fill roles.

Victoria Robinson, Acting Repairs Manager

Amazing service received by Will. He understood my needs for looking for the right role. Found the perfect role for me, kept me in the loop of each stage. Best of all, supported me on the interview process. #1 Recruitment consultant.