Leadership. Recruitment. Performance.
Highly respected and trusted providers of leadership, recruitment and performance services to local governments and organisations throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Executive Vacancies
Local government leadership recruitment for CEO, general manager, director and other middle to senior-level positions.
View vacanciesInterim Opportunities
High-achieving business leaders ready to step into critical roles at short notice, for three to six months.
For candidatesLeadership & Governance
Ensuring directors, managers and teams operate to their full potential and your organisation is well governed.
Our servicesSpecialists in local government
We provide a range of high-quality consultancy services to local government. Whether you want to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your organisation, or ensure your managers, staff and leadership teams are operating to their full potential, we have the proven capacity and capability to assist you.
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We understand the dynamics and complexities of organisational leadership, especially in the high-pressure environment in which councillors and senior leaders operate.
Consultancy services for councils
A complete range of leadership, recruitment and performance services, tailored to your organisation.
Executive Search and Selection
Recognised leaders in local government executive search, with a 99% success rate across more than 500 placements since 2007.
Interim Placement Service
Access to a pool of highly experienced executive leaders and senior professionals, ready for immediate short-term or longer-term local government assignments.
Leadership & Culture Building
Whole-of-council, team and individual leadership and culture-building programs, including coaching, mentoring and performance management.
Organisational and Structure Reviews
Comprehensive organisational, structure and individual service reviews that examine strategy, structure and culture using a best-value methodology.
Governance and Integrity
Independent advice on governance, probity and accountability, helping councils meet their governance requirements and maintain their reputation.
Councillor Training & Development
Tailored induction, training and ongoing development for councillors, equipping them to perform their elected roles confidently and effectively.
Strategic and Corporate Planning
Facilitating community strategic plans, corporate plans and organisation strategies that drive decision-making and are implemented on the ground.
Hogan Assessment Profiling
The most experienced Hogan personality profile assessor for local government in Australia, with four fully accredited Hogan consultants in-house.
Employee Engagement
Comprehensive employee engagement surveys and insights for local government, delivered in partnership with XREF's automated feedback platform.
Performance Reviews
Independent, structured CEO, General Manager and executive performance reviews that support strong leadership and better outcomes for local communities.
Empower and Elevate Your Councillors
A tailored round-table program that supports councillors at every stage of their term, with quarterly engagement and six months of follow-up support.
Exec Chat
Fast expert advice, when you need it. Exec Chat connects decision makers with experienced executives for immediate, high-level advice through instant video sessions.
The proven partner for local government
With more than 170 councils served and over 350 years of combined experience, we bring depth, reach and integrity to every engagement.
About our teamExperience
Exceptional associates with personal chief executive officer and director-level experience across local government and the private sector.
Integrity
A reputation for providing quality, responsive services with the utmost integrity.
Networks
An extensive and diverse network of experienced and potential candidates throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Service guarantees
We deliver what we promise, and on time. We add value wherever we can: before, during and after every assignment.
Trusted by councils across Australia
Glamorgan Spring Bay Council was pleased with the professionalism of Helen Lever and the LGSG team in the recruitment of the Chief Executive Officer in 2025. As Mayor, I have no hesitation in recommending Ms Lever and her team to undertake recruitment at any level. The guidance the Council recruitment panel received throughout the process was exemplary and carried out with professionalism that was beyond reproach.
Chris engaged from the start. She knew our Council well and took much of the burden of the advertising collateral on herself, making my role easier and more seamless. After working with many recruitment agencies, I found Chris truly understands the client's needs and drives the process. It's very refreshing for time poor executives to have a capable partner who genuinely seeks the right candidate to fit both the organisation's culture and leadership needs.
What stood out most was the level of communication and support provided throughout the process. From the outset, Steven and Terrey kept us well informed, guided us through each step, and ensured that we always felt supported. Importantly, that support extended beyond the recruitment campaign itself, which speaks volumes about their commitment to building strong and lasting relationships.
Let's talk about your council
Whether you are recruiting a chief executive, planning a review, or developing your leadership team, we can help.