About This Event

Discover your future at Careers in Leeds 2026, the city’s flagship careers, jobs and skills event, taking place at the first direct arena on Tuesday 3 November 2026 from 12pm to 6pm and bringing together over 100 employers, training providers and support organisations under one roof. Explore opportunities and connect with employers from a wide range of sectors, including: – Business, Finance and Professional Services – Construction – Digital, Tech, Creative and Culture – Engineering & Manufacturing – Health, Care & Public Services – Retail, Hospitality & Customer Services – College, Training Providers & University The event will offer careers advice, employment support and access to live vacancies, helping you explore jobs, training and opportunities in Leeds. The event is free to attend and open to everyone. The event will be delivered across a range of dedicated spaces, making it easier to explore opportunities, access employment support and receive specialist guidance. A dedicated quiet hour for visitors with special educational needs and/or disabilities will be available between 12pm and 1pm. The event will be delivered across a range of dedicated spaces, making it easier to explore opportunities, access employment support and receive specialist guidance. Main Arena Floorspace: The main arena will host the primary exhibition space, featuring employers from a wide range of sectors. Exhibitors will be recruiting for live vacancies and offering information about jobs, apprenticeships, training and career pathways. There will also be live panel discussions and speaker sessions throughout the day, offering insights into careers, pathways and local opportunities. Inclusive Support Zone: The Inclusive Support Zone will showcase organisations and charities offering specialist provision and support services. This area is designed to help young people, parents, carers and educators easily access tailored guidance, advice and specialist support. The zone will be a quieter space, located in the Black and White Bar, away from the main arena floorspace. Help Zone: The Help Zone will be situated on the concourse, which is the first area you will walk into once you have entered the arena. Here you will find our welcome stand and a variety of organisations who can offer pre-employment support, advice and guidance and general employment support and information.

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