Preston City Council is a vibrant Council committed to maximizing resources and developing employees. 

The Council is a family friendly employer, operating an excellent flexi-time scheme to support a healthy work/life balance.

The Legal Section is looking to recruit an experienced and ambitious Litigation Lawyer to play a pivotal role in a collaborative team.     

You will need a recognised legal qualification (e.g. a fully Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or ILEX qualified Legal Executive) and be highly competent at dealing with a wide and varied range of litigation matters.   You will deal with a mixed caseload and must be proactive and solution focussed driven to achieve successful outcomes for the Council.

You will work on a diverse and stimulating caseload providing specialist advice and assistance. The work covers areas such as enforcement of regulatory matters and criminal and civil litigation.  You will conduct advocacy in Court and manage Counsel as required.  In addition you will provide expert support across a range of contentious matters providing clear, pragmatic legal advice which will help the Council deliver its priorities lawfully, proportionately and effectively.

Candidates with private sector experience must have a solid understanding of how local authorities operate and demonstrate their ability to transfer knowledge and skills to successfully deliver a service within a local government context.

You will be a strong team player and have excellent communication, drafting skills and the ability to provide legal advice to a variety of audiences including senior officers

If you feel that you have the necessary qualities and commitment then I would encourage you to apply for this position within our team.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 30 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares, a cycle to work scheme and access to a healthcare insurance scheme.

If you would like to find out more about this post please contact Susie Hedges on 01772 906515

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Closing Date: 08 Jul 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £45,091 to £48,226 per annum

**As the Council is a Foundation Living Wage Employer, you will be paid at Foundation Living Wage as a minimum, currently £13.45 per hour**

Preston’s busy Pavilion Café are looking for a number of enthusiastic, energetic and committed people to join their small team on a casual basis.

The Pavilion Café, in Avenham Park, is a very busy café which conducts a number of events during the year. 

The main duties will include: providing good customer service, a quality Barista and café experience for visitors, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and café area and using the computerised till.

Previous experience of dealing with the public and having a Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable as this role will be both front of house and kitchen.

If we receive sufficient applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date. 

Previous applicants need not apply

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to International Sponsorship. 

Closing Date: 05 Jul 2026

Section: Casual

Preston City Council is committed to maximising its resources, and is dedicated to developing our employees. 

The Council is a family friendly employer, operating an excellent flexi-time scheme to support a healthy work/life balance.

The Legal Section is looking to recruit a reliable and ambitious Legal Assistant.

The successful candidate will provide support to the Legal Section by assisting with a range of tasks such managing administrative duties for the Section, processing invoices, ensuring the destruction of legal documents and files, managing requests for archived deeds and contracts, assisting with preparation of such things as Court bundles and helping to maintain the Council’s Case Management system.  Additionally the successful candidate will provide cover in the absence of the Local Land Charges Officer.

It would be desirable to have a recognized legal qualification, but those with experience of working in a legal environment will be considered.

 If you feel that you have the necessary qualities and commitment then I would encourage you to apply for this position within our team.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares, a cycle to work scheme and access to a healthcare insurance scheme.

If you would like to find out more about this post please contact Susie Hedges on 01772 906515

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Closing Date: 17 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £26,824 to £28,142 per annum

This post will work directly with the service users on the streets to move them through a pathway of options into accommodation taking a specialist lead on engaging, assessing and signposting rough sleepers into treatment and other support services. The post holder will also work with those new to the streets and prevent them becoming entrenched.

The post holder will work in partnership with colleagues across several organisations dedicated to addressing and reducing rough sleeping. They will also be responsible for co-developing and monitoring support plans for service users on their caseload.

Ability to work flexible to meet the needs of the service over 7 days per week which will include evenings, early/late starts and weekends.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 28 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares and a cycle to work scheme.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship. 

Closing Date: 21 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £31,022 to £32,597 per annum (pay award pending)

Preston City Council is looking for three committed, enthusiastic team players to further develop its regulatory housing team at a time of high service demands and rising expectations. In particular, the introduction of the Renters Rights Act 2025, the single biggest change in housing regulation to affect the rented sector in 40 years, means our team needs to grow, not only to enforce high standards but also to support both landlords and tenants to understand a range of new requirements.

You may be an experienced housing officer, with a strong background in housing regulation, including the full range of Housing Act enforcement functions, HMO licensing and the regulation of fire safety in high/medium rise buildings.  

Alternatively, you may have relevant experience or qualifications in a housing or construction  related field but wish to broaden your experience  by working  in a regulatory service.

As the post is career graded, successful candidates will be appointed on the salary point which reflects their qualifications and experience, but additional training and development will be provided in order to acquire the qualifications or experience to enable progression through the salary grades. Please ensure your application provides full details of your qualifications and any relevant experience

The housing standards team comprises of 6 front line officers, plus a dedicated HMO licensing officer, and we are looking for additional capacity to support  the team, particularly in the current landscape of significant regulatory change coming from the Renters Rights Act. The authority is also consulting on the introduction of selective licensing in certain wards. 

You must have excellent communication and time management skills and the ability to manage both a personal caseload and be able to work effectively with the rest of the team and also more widely with colleagues both inside and outside the Council.  

 As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares, a cycle to work scheme and access to a healthcare insurance scheme.   

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship. 

For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Nick Cryer, Housing Standards Team Manager by e mail - n.cryer@preston.gov.uk

It is anticipated that in person interviews for the post will be held on or around 14th/15th July. 

Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £33,699 to £40,777 per annum (pay award pending)

The Guild Lounge is Preston’s newest entertainment venue: a 350-seat, 500-standing-capacity space in the heart of the city centre. Its programme features a wide range of commercial touring shows, including comedy, live music, theatre, family entertainment, and performances by local groups. Visitors can also enjoy a high-quality theatre experience, complete with a full bar overlooking the historic Harris and Crown Courts.

Preston City Council’s Cultural Service is now seeking a dynamic Technical Manager with excellent stage and technical expertise to play a leading role in establishing this new studio theatre and overseeing all technical aspects of the venue.

As Technical Manager, you will lead all aspects of the Technical Department, ensuring the highest standards across technical delivery, facilities management, and health and safety. You will manage the day-to-day technical operations of the Guild Lounge, putting effective systems in place so that every performance is professionally prepared, all regulatory requirements are met, and all equipment is properly maintained and fit for purpose.

You will support performances, workshops, and events to ensure they run smoothly from a technical perspective, including carrying out pre- and post-show administrative duties, helping to create an excellent experience for visiting companies and audiences alike.

This is a critical role in helping the Guild Lounge establish and grow as a leading venue. You will work closely with the Guild Lounge General Manager to help shape and deliver this transformation.

Preston has a dynamic and growing independent cultural sector, including artist-led studios, youth-led arts organisations, place-making experts, and innovative community initiatives. The city is fast becoming a focal point for arts, culture, and leisure, with a bold and transformational approach emerging around culture-led regeneration in the Harris Quarter — the cultural and civic heart of the city centre. Culture is set to become a key catalyst for change in Preston, with the Guild Lounge at the heart of the new Harris Quarter.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, a minimum of 28 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, bus and rail fares, a cycle to work scheme and access to a healthcare insurance scheme.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Closing Date: 29 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £31,022 to £32,597

Due to the needs of the Shared Service, an opportunity has arisen to recruit to a Revenues Officer post in the Business Rate team, based at Lancaster, on a permanent basis.

This is a high performing team, whose responsibility for the collection of income promptly and efficiently has become crucial to the Council, given the impact of Government funding arrangements.

Duties include: 

• Dealing with business customers, by phone, correspondence and in person in relation to the administration, billing and collection of Business Rates.  
  
  
• Work as part of a team administering recovery procedures and attend Magistrates Court as required.
   
• Deal with information from other sources affecting liability, verify and process relief applications and maintain an online computerised system.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated person who can manage their own workload, to join this small but successful team.  Good communication and numerical skills together with a customer care attitude are considered a necessity for this post.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard word and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC's, life assurance scheme, discounted parking, bus and rail fares and a cycle to work scheme.

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to International Sponsorship

Closing Date: 14 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £26,824 to £28,142 per annum

**As the Council is a Foundation Living Wage Employer, you will be paid at Foundation Living Wage as a minimum, currently £25,949 per annum pro rata**

Following a review of budget and service delivery within the Contact Centre, we are looking to recruit a Trainee Customer Service Advisor. The position is to cover maternity leave working 25 hours per week commencing 27^th July 2026. The working pattern is Monday 9am-4.30pm, Wednesday 9am-2.30pm, Thursday 8.30am-2pm and Friday 9am- 4.30pm.  

The Contact Centre team is a high performing one who deliver a range of services both face to face and over the telephone with an emphasis on resolving customer issues first time round. As the “face” of the council, the Contact Centre is crucial to the reputation of Preston City Council.

 Duties include: 

• To deal with members of the public by telephone, correspondence and face to face as required.
• To provide excellent service by establishing the needs of the customer and taking appropriate steps to meet those needs.
• To promote a positive image of the Council working as part of an integrated team

We are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated people who can demonstrate an ability to deal directly with the public and work as a member of a team.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) pro rata, family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme and a cycle to work scheme.

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to International Sponsorship. 

Please note that evidence of relevant qualifications need to be seen at interview.

Closing Date: 21 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £25,185 to £28,142 per annum

We are looking to secure maternity cover in the Planning and Building Control Unit and are seeking enthusiastic, well organised and self-motivated individuals who can work as part of a team, but also individually using their own initiative to take up this role.  

You will be required to work to deadlines, therefore you must have good time management skills. You will assist in supervising and co-ordinating workloads within the Planning and Building Control Support Unit.  You will also provide technical and administrative support to the Planning and Building Control teams and previous experience and/or an understanding of the Development Management and Building Control processes would be highly advantageous but not essential.

You will need to have an extensive understanding of Microsoft Office products and electronic document management systems. You must have excellent communication skills to deal with a wide range of customers, including the public and professionals.  

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi-time, hybrid working, a minimum of 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, Life Assurance Scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

Expected commencement date - August 2026

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

For an informal chat about the role please contact Phil Cousins, Development Management Team Leader on 01772 906584 or p.cousins@preston.gov.uk. To obtain further details and apply online please visit our website www.preston.gov.uk

Closing Date: 14 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £31,022 to £32,597 per annum (pay award pending)

Working as part of a small and busy team, the role of Member Services Officer is diverse and includes writing reports, creating agendas, attending meetings, and recording decisions taken. You will need to prioritise workloads, work to strict statutory deadlines, and provide procedural advice to senior officers and elected Members.

You will be aware of the Council’s decision-making process and the Constitution which underpins it. Experience of Modern.gov (or a similar committee management system) would be desirable.

A knowledge of political sensitivities and an understanding of diplomacy must be one of your traits, as is the need to react swiftly to sometimes fast changing events.

Flexibility is key, as you must be able to provide office cover during working hours.

Hybrid working is currently in place, with three days based in the Town Hall and two days working from home. Due to the nature of the service and the meetings you will be required to attend, your office-based days will vary week to week.

 A full UK driving licence is required, and out-of-hours working, or working at different locations, may be necessary.

Please read the Employee Specification and Job Outline prior to completing and submitting your application.

As an employer we like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of employee benefits including flexi time, hybrid working, a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays), family friendly policies, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme, AVC’s, life assurance scheme, payment of professional fees, discounted parking, cycle to work scheme and discounted bus and rail fares.

Please note that this is a politically restricted post.

 Interviews:   It is anticipated that interviews will take place on Thursday 18 June 2026

Closing Date: 10 Jun 2026

Section: Jobs

Salary: £33,699 to £35,412 per annum (pay award pending)