The Local Government Association aims to create a supportive, inclusive and motivating working environment, where people feel valued for the contribution they make.
We want to attract and retain a diverse talent that will bring strength to our organisation through its diversity, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for existing and potential members of staff. Further information can be found on our equality and diversity page.
Our values and behaviours
Our corporate values and behaviours shape who we are as an organisation and how we act. They are a framework to help us understand:
how we work with each other
how we work with our members and stakeholders
our expectations for ourselves and each other
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Inclusive
We ensure that our work is inclusive of all voices.
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Ambitious
We are ambitious for councils and their communities and are committed to striving for excellence in all that we do to support our colleagues, our membership and the sector to deliver the best possible outcomes.
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Collaborative
We bring together the expertise and skills needed, working as one team.
Pay
If you are appointed to a grade that is paid on the nationally negotiated salary scale, then every year you should expect your salary to go up by one spine point until you reach the top spine point for your grade. You will normally be paid on 12th of each month by BACS transfer to your nominated bank account.
Pension
As an employee, you will automatically join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) where we will pay a generous contribution.
Flexible working
We recognise the importance of providing employees with a balance of home and work life. This can include working homebased, flexible hours or part-time working.
Annual leave
LGA annual leave entitlement is 29 days, rising to 31 days after three years’ service and to 33 days after five years’ service, plus all UK public holidays (pro rata for fixed-term and part-time contracts).
Travelling to work
Our headquarters, 18 Smith Square, is in the heart of Westminster and provides a base for staff and our members with the UK Parliament and Government departments on our doorstep.. In the centre of the square is St John’s Church and Concert Hall, and just around the corner the building is a close walk to shops and amenities.
Our building is located close to Westminster, Pimlico, Vauxhall and St James’s Park Underground stations, as well as Victoria, Vauxhall and Charing Cross railway stations. They are all a short 10–20 minutes’ walk away.
There are various bus routes in close proximity to the building, as well as two public car parks nearby if you prefer to drive (Abingdon Street Car Park, Horseferry Road Car Park).
Family friendly
We offer a range of family friendly policies, including 39 weeks’ paid maternity leave – which is enhanced for eligible employees – and up to twoweeks’ paid paternity leave for eligible employees.
Learning and development
The LGA is committed to supporting all colleagues in their personal, professional and career aspirations by providing a range of development opportunities. We foster a culture that encourages you to develop your talent and strengths throughout your journey with us.
Health and wellbeing
The LGA is committed to improving health and wellbeing and raising awareness of mental and physical health issues. We encourage participation in healthy lifestyle practices, and provide resources for employees to improve their lifestyle, in and out of work.
Staff networks
The LGA is an equal opportunity employer and staff currently have access to five staff networks, which provide support, advice and a sounding board in a safe space to help foster an inclusive work environment.
The networks are:
BAME Network
Disability Network
Women’s Network
LGBTQIA+ Network
Early Careers Network
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