Supporting Local Government

Cooper Hardiman Local Government Remuneration CEO Performance Recruitment Mediation

CEO Performance and Remuneration Matters - Independent Chair

Section 45 of the Local Government Act 2020 requires that Councils “obtain independent professional advice in relation to the matters dealt with in the Chief Executive Employment and Remuneration Policy".

Cooper Hardiman continues to be chosen to act as an independent adviser and facilitator of this service because we support Councils to create meaningful and measurable performance targets, with the option to be supported by robust, confidential 360 degree feedback processes.

Recruitment Services

We provide recruitment services for CEO and Executive positions, specialising in regional and rural Councils, and spanning all aspects of the recruitment process including PD review, advertising strategies, candidate evaluation behavioural interview design, interview panel participation and referee checking.

Mediation Services

Cooper Hardiman is widely known for our effective mediation services. Our trained mediator, Gavan Cooper, is highly skilled in working with people to resolve matters of conflict or dispute in an open, engaging and effective manner.