Sectors

Local Government

Driving digital transformation in Local Government

Our Local Government team have been trusted advisors to local authorities of all sizes across the UK for over 30 years. We combine our extensive experience and market knowledge to place hard-to-find technical and professional talent that aligns with the unique needs of local government. Taking a consultative approach, we ensure a deep understanding of your strategic priorities, allowing us to develop bespoke recruitment solutions to fulfil them.

What sets up aparts?

Partnerships
Partnerships

We're committed to long-term, strong partnerships, spanning many decades.

Deep expertise
Deep expertise

Our dedicated Local Government team really understand the challenges an opportunities facing Local Government.

Networks
Networks

Our unrivalled access to the best talent who trust us with their careers ensures you make the best hires. 

Frameworks
Frameworks

Our presence on all major frameworks makes working with us easy.  

Insights
Insights

Our leading market insights and research on future trends across the Public Sector helps you make more informed decisions.

Trusted talent partners to Local Authorities

Our Local Government team focus on building lasting partnerships and providing tailored recruitment solutions. Our understanding of local dynamics enables us to deliver agile talent for governance, policy shaping, and cost-effective service delivery, helping local authorities achieve their strategic objectives.

Get in touch

If you're looking to secure your next role or make your next best hire, we'd love to help. Get in touch to speak with one of our consultants today.

"We partnered with Harvey Nash to provide IT recruitment support across a number of positions within our IT and Digital Transformation team. We were facing a number of challenges in our recruitment which Harvey Nash helped us overcome such as attracting local candidates in the area and improving our recruitment processes. I’d highly recommend working with Harvey Nash and look forward to continue working with them."

Michael Ahern - Head of IT at Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Clients we work with

We are delighted to provide bespoke talent solutions across local government. Here’s some examples of the local authorities we’re currently working with: 

Get in touch

If you're looking to secure your next role or make your next best hire, we'd love to help. Get in touch to speak with one of our consultants today.

Latest Jobs

Negotiable
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Up to £425 per day
£600 - £700 per day
Up to £470 per day
£250 - £300 per day
Lancaster, Lancashire
£39355.00 - £45413.00 per annum + Benefits Package
Lancaster, Lancashire
£33002.00 - £39906.00 per annum + Benefits Package
Up to £180 per day
Edinburgh
Up to £150 per day
£37000.00 - £43000 per annum
Maidenhead, Berkshire
Up to £120000.00 per annum
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£400 - £500 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£400 - £450 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£400 - £450 per annum
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£450 - £550 per day
£0.00 - £560 per day
£300 - £400 per day
City of London, London
£500 - £550 per day
Up to £216 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£0.00 - £375 per day
£600 - £850 per day
£500 - £600 per day
Up to £27300.00 per annum
Birmingham, West Midlands
Up to £32000.00 per annum
£375 - £400 per day
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Negotiable
Negotiable
West Yorkshire
Negotiable
£425 - £450 per day
£550 - £648 per day
Up to £120000.00 per annum + Extensive Benefits
£200 - £250 per day
Up to £400 per day
Negotiable
Negotiable
Up to £470 per day
£500 - £580 per day
Up to £27300.00 per annum
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per annum
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£40000.00 - £50000.00 per annum + excellent benefits
Negotiable
Up to £1500 per day
£95000.00 - £110000.00 per annum
Leeds, West Yorkshire
£60000.00 - £65000.00 per annum
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£125 - £126 per day
£600 - £640 per day
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Up to £600 per day
City of London, London
£620 - £720 per day
Negotiable
£700 - £800 per day + via Umbrella or PAYE
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Negotiable
Up to £760 per day + Outside IR35
£550 - £600 per day
Darlington, County Durham
Negotiable
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£24000.00 - £27000.00 per annum + excellent benefits
Reading, Berkshire
£550 - £648 per day
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Negotiable
Livingston, West Lothian
Up to £150 per day
£550 - £648 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Negotiable
£550 - £648 per day
£550 - £600 per day
£95000.00 - £125000.00 per annum
£600 - £648 per day
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Up to £50000.00 per annum
Up to £450 per day
Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute
£270 - £320 per day
Lochgilphead, Argyll & Bute
£270 - £320 per day
£180 - £200 per day
Birmingham, West Midlands
Up to £70000.00 per annum
£95000.00 - £115000.00 per annum
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Negotiable
£501 - £800 per day + PAYE incl Holiday
Inverness, Highlands
£0.00 - £120 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£425 - £475 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£325 - £390 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£325 - £375 per day
£450 - £500 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Negotiable
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£55000 - £62000.00 per annum
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Negotiable
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£400 - £475 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£400 - £475 per day
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
£325 - £375 per day

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