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Written by: Kim Stoddart
What types of jobs are available in local government?
The wide-ranging services of local government cover over 500 occupations. Some areas will be familiar such as planning, leisure, social services, teaching, tourism and environmental health. However, we also employ lawyers, media and communications officers, graphic designers, surveyors, plumbers and even hairdressers.
Local government is a major graduate recruiter. Some jobs are available for direct graduate entry whilst others require specific degrees and further professional qualifications. Career changes and personal development are encouraged in such a diverse sector
The wide-ranging services of local government cover over 500 occupations. Some areas will be familiar such as planning, leisure, social services, teaching, tourism and environmental health. However, we also employ lawyers, media and communications officers, graphic designers, surveyors, plumbers and even hairdressers.
Local government is a major graduate recruiter. Some jobs are available for direct graduate entry whilst others require specific degrees and further professional qualifications. Career changes and personal development are encouraged in such a diverse sector
