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Staying Relevant in Local Government: A Guide for Interim Professionals
In today’s rapidly evolving local government landscape, staying relevant isn’t just a professional advantage it’s a necessity. With...
5 days ago6 min read


The Six P’s of Recruitment and Retention: A Blueprint for Local Government Workforce Success
In today’s complex and fast-evolving public service landscape, local authorities are under increasing pressure to deliver more with less...
Jul 245 min read


What to Know Before Becoming an Interim Manager in Local Government
The world of interim management plays a vital, though often underappreciated, role in supporting the UK’s local government sector....
Jul 245 min read


Transition Leadership in Local Government: Why Interim Executives Are More Than Just Seat Warmers
Over the past decade, I’ve worked closely with councils across the UK to place interim leaders in critical roles often during times of...
Jul 239 min read


How Interim Recruitment Can Level Up Your Resourcing Strategy in Local Government
Developing a Resourcing Strategy in Local Government A resourcing strategy in local government is far more than a recruitment plan. It is...
Jul 236 min read


Austerity – Who You ‘Gonna’ Call?
Working in local government has never been for the faint-hearted. It’s a space defined by complexity, scrutiny, and constant change. But...
Jul 237 min read


Inside the Planning Fix: Harborough’s Bold Strategy to Attract and Retain Talent
In the face of a growing national recruitment crisis within local government planning departments, Harborough District Council has...
Jul 159 min read


Beyond the Mayor: The First Four Key Hires Every New Combined Authority Must Get Right
When a new combined authority (CA) is formed, public attention often gravitates towards one figure: the Mayor. This is understandable....
May 273 min read


7 Ways Local Authorities Can Attract Private Sector Talent
In today’s competitive job market, local authorities have a unique opportunity to attract professionals from the private sector—if they...
May 155 min read
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