The Wakefield Careers Fair is a cornerstone event for the Yorkshire region, drawing in employers and job seekers from across West Yorkshire and beyond. Hosted at the landmark Unity Hall in the heart of the city, the fair is renowned for creating real connections between local businesses, national employers, and people actively seeking to build or change their careers. It offers a broad and inclusive snapshot of the local labour market, with roles available in everything from logistics and healthcare to digital marketing, customer service, education, and manufacturing.
This is more than just a job fair—it's a hub for inspiration, advice, and professional growth. The venue is purposefully laid out to ensure attendees can easily navigate from employer stands to career workshops, CV clinics, and informal chat zones. Local colleges and workforce development organisations are also present to guide visitors on training routes, adult education options, and upskilling for career advancement. Free expert-led sessions take place throughout the day, tackling practical job-seeking topics like how to stand out in online applications, preparing for interviews, and navigating career changes later in life.
A defining feature of the Wakefield Careers Fair is its accessibility and community atmosphere. The event is free, walk-in friendly, and offers additional support services such as disability access, quiet breakout areas, and multilingual staff or interpreters where needed. Whether you're a young person just starting out, a parent returning to work, or someone made redundant and exploring your next step, you’ll find support, advice, and potential employers ready to help you make a successful transition.
Employers at the event come not only to fill roles but to showcase their organisations as great places to work. They are prepared to talk through their company culture, values, and long-term opportunities, giving candidates a clearer picture of what to expect. With live roles to apply for and company representatives open to informal conversations, attendees have every opportunity to walk away with meaningful contacts, application advice, and sometimes even on-the-spot interview invitations.
Wakefield’s growing status as a commuter hub and digital economy hotspot means the event also highlights remote work and hybrid opportunities for people seeking more flexible employment. The diversity of industries represented reflects the changing face of the modern workforce—and this fair helps match the right people to the right roles in that evolving landscape.
For employers, it’s a chance to meet an eager talent pool and strengthen brand visibility in a region rich with potential. For job seekers, it’s an empowering day of learning, opportunity, and real-world career building.