local authority jobs in Cardiff

You will provide strategic rail advice to external and internal clients, coordinate multi‐disciplinary projects, develop our rail‐focused service offering, plan and deliver tasks and projects, involve yourself in bidding for new work, and engage with clients and the WSP global community.

Job Description Locality Team - Social Worker Pay rate in line with the All Wales Pledge - £38.43 Umbrella City of Cardiff Council Cardiff City Council are looking to bring in a number of qualified Social Workers to cover mainly Child Protection cases. If you enjoy working and supporting children and their families to help them achieve their full potential, then working with Cardiff County...

A local government authority in Cardiff is seeking an Assistant Solicitor to join its Litigation Team. This role involves handling employment law matters, including advising on relevant legislation and conducting litigation. The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or barrister and will work collaboratively within a dedicated team while adhering to flexible working patterns. The...

You will fulfil a pivotal role in completing projects that deliver real benefit to people's lives.

You will learn the fundamentals of hydraulic design, sustainable drainage solutions and water management.

You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team, providing you with a challenging and fulfilling career.

You will provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation, supporting major investment, commercial activity, regional growth programmes, and long-term financial sustainability. The role operates at executive and board level and carries significant responsibility for governance, assurance, and stewardship of public funds.

Job Description Job Purpose: To enact the statutory role of Responsible Financial Officer for CCR, making arrangements for the proper administration of financial affairs, in accordance with s151 of the Local Government Act 1972. To ensure the effective stewardship of public funds, demonstrating the capability to maximise the impact of all CCR?s strategic resources, to contribute to a...

Job Description I’m working with a Local Authority in South Wales to recruit an Interim Section 151 Officer, who will play a pivotal role in shaping the Authorities financial future. As the Council’s key financial advisor, you will ensure sound financial management, effective governance, and the delivery of high-quality services. Location: Cardiff Set-up: Hybrid – weekly attendance preferred,...

You will support every aspect of tax delivery, especially for group and UK subsidiary audits. It's important to build and manage positive relationships with tax authorities and external tax advisors.

You will prepare detailed drainage designs, support the delivery of Section 38, Section 278 and Section 104 approvals and work closely with clients, local authorities and internal design teams.

You will work on a variety of interesting schemes, receive regular pay reviews and enjoy a positive working culture that values initiative, collaboration and professional growth.

Job Description Here’s your revised Interim Building Surveyor job advert with all bold text removed and formatted cleanly for posting: Interim Building Surveyor – Housing Association Projects Location: Cardiff and surrounding areas Rate: £350 – £450 per day (Umbrella / PAYE options available) Contract Length: 3–6 months (with potential extension) Are you an experienced Building Surveyor...

Job Description Role: Bid Manager. Location: Cardiff Salary: £65k plus package Howells is working with a national growing Social Housing contractor that are looking to add a Bid Manager to their growing work winning team. Due to continued growth they are looking for a Bid Manager to do the following: We are looking for a Bid Manager who will lead the bid process and showcase the business...

You will be joining a local authority within South Wales, working in the Economic Development Directorate as part of the County Estates / Direct Capital Maintenance (DCM) Team.

You will ensure all works are delivered safely, to specification, within agreed timescales and budgets, and in line with relevant legislation and internal governance requirements.

You will hold a small, complex caseload (approximately 10–11 children across 4–5 families) subject to care proceedings and be responsible for all aspects of case management, including statutory visiting, care planning, reviews, and court work.

You will play a key role in fostering a supportive and positive team culture.

You will have graduated with at least a 2:1 in a master's or bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. To apply, complete the application form in full and, if shortlisted, complete an online skill enabler assessment. You'll be looking to start work in April or September 2026, and you'll have a passion for consulting and Engineering with an interest in the built environment and problem solving.

Job Description Town Planner - Cardiff£32,000-£42,000 + benefits + flexible workingProgressive Urban & Planning Consultancy I'm working exclusively with a dynamic, forward-thinking urban-planning and design consultancy that has established an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable planning solutions across Wales and beyond. Their Cardiff office is now seeking an...

You will be supporting the team with the implementation of Gloucestershire County Council's asset management plan and bridge improvement programme.

You will fulfil a pivotal role in completing projects that deliver real benefit to people’s lives.

You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team, providing you with a challenging and fulfilling career.

You will play a key role in shaping practice standards, driving performance, and embedding high-quality decision-making within a fast-paced safeguarding environment.

You will take the lead on high-risk Strategy Meetings on a rotational basis and support the Team Manager with key operational functions including referral “ragging”, allocations, and authorisation of Social Worker assessments.

Job Description Senior Town Planner - CardiffCardiff | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + Bonus + BenefitsFull Time | Permanent Are you a driven and experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? I'm working closely with a leading real estate consultancy known for delivering some of the UK's most high-profile and complex planning projects. They're now looking to grow...

Job Description Interim LADO Cardiff Council Pay rate TBC Cardiff Council Children’s Services is seeking an experienced safeguarding professional to join our Safeguarding and Reviewing Hub as an Interim Designated Officer for Safeguarding (DOS). They will report directly to the Operational Manager for Safeguarding and Reviewing. This is a critical role responsible for managing and...

Job Description Adult Community Team - Social Worker Pay rate circa - £35 Umbrella City of Cardiff Council To assist people to resolve major difficulties in their lives and to enhance their independence and coping skills. To work within current legislation and Council policy, procedures and practice to assess, commission and review services, including planned interventions, for a specific...