We're proud of our borough. LBBD is one of the most vibrant and diverse areas in London, and we believe it is this diversity that makes the borough so great. More than two-thirds of residents are from a global majority background, and we have the highest proportion of young people under 16 in all of England and Wales.
As a Council, we are incredibly proud to have achieved Investors in People (IIP) Gold Standard: a prestigious, internationally recognised accreditation only awarded to organisations that demonstrate a high-level commitment to people management, employee wellbeing, and leadership. This signifies that LBBD doesn't just have good policies but actively lives by them, and our people feel supported, engaged, and empowered.
Following our recent designation as a ‘Heritage Place’ by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Barking and Dagenham has been recognised as one of six newly recognised areas across the UK. This prestigious status brings a multi-million-pound investment focused on unlocking the borough’s rich heritage, strengthening community ties, revitalising the local economy, and supporting sustainable long-term growth.
Whether you are looking for flexible, family-friendly working patterns, dedicated employee support networks like STARE (Standing Against Racism and Exclusion), or the chance to work in a borough home to the largest new film studio in London, you will find a supportive, ambitious home for your talents at LBBD.
