Lewisham Council is looking for a WDS Project Officer - Recruitment and Retention Project Officer. It’s a temporary, full-time post based in London, with hybrid working, paying £50,778 to £52,920 a year. Applications close on Friday 20 November 2026.
About the role
Supports Lewisham Workforce Development Group on its hiring and Retention Strategy, learning and development, staff events and wellbeing. Reports to the Head of Service/Principal Social Worker and Workforce Development Group Manager. Based at Laurence House, Catford, with hybrid working.
About Lewisham Council
Lewisham Council is the London borough council for the south-east London borough of Lewisham, covering Lewisham, Catford, Deptford, New Cross, Forest Hill, Sydenham, Brockley and Lee. Based in Catford, it runs the full range of borough services, including schools, social care, housing, waste and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced project officer
- Project delivery experience
- Organised, flexible, works well under pressure
- Writes high-standard documents
- DBS check required
- Supporting statement against person specification
What’s on offer
- Hybrid working
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- Staff discounts including subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
How to apply
You apply directly with Lewisham Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 20 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Lewisham Council’s website.
