Information about local authority employees
The Highland Council is a major employer in the region. For the financial year 2025/26:
- The budgeted workforce is 8,471 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees.
- This compares to 8,410 FTEs in the previous year.
- The increase of 61 FTEs represents a 0.7% rise in the total wage bill.
- These figures are forecasted and may be subject to change.
This workforce includes a wide range of essential roles such as teachers, social workers, refuse collectors, and administrative staff who deliver vital public services across the Highlands.