Brighton Jobs
Brighton is the UK's creative and digital capital by the sea. Browse live listings across agencies, tech, media, and more — and let Autoply apply to hundreds of roles overnight.
Jobs in Brighton by sector
Salary ranges reflect 25th–75th percentile for Brighton-based roles.
Digital & Creative
UX Designer, Web Developer, Creative Director, Copywriter, SEO
£28,000–£65,000
Brandwatch, Boiler Room, Clearleft. Highest digital agency density outside London.
Tech & Startups
Software Engineer, Product Manager, Data Analyst, CTO
£35,000–£75,000
Growing startup scene. Many London companies opening Brighton satellite offices.
Tourism & Hospitality
Hotel Manager, Events Coordinator, Restaurant Manager, Tour Guide
£22,000–£40,000
UK's most visited seaside city. Conferences, festivals, and year-round tourism.
Media & Content
Journalist, Video Producer, Social Media Manager, Podcast Producer
£25,000–£50,000
Independent media, gaming studios, and content agencies. Creative freelance hub.
Education
Lecturer, Teacher, EdTech, Training, Student Services
£24,000–£55,000
University of Sussex, University of Brighton, language schools.
Healthcare & Wellbeing
NHS Clinical, Mental Health, Physiotherapy, Wellbeing Coach
£24,000–£55,000
Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals.
Brighton job areas
Where the major employers are based and how to get there.
| Area | Sector focus | Transport |
|---|---|---|
| North Laine / City Centre | Creative agencies, retail, hospitality | Brighton station, walking distance |
| Preston Road / London Road | Tech startups, co-working spaces | Near station, bus routes north |
| Hove / Western Road | Digital agencies, professional services | Hove station, coastal bus routes |
| Falmer | University of Sussex, research, education | Falmer station, frequent trains from Brighton |
| Moulsecoomb | University of Brighton, NHS, business park | Moulsecoomb station, bus from centre |
Getting a job in Brighton — what actually works
Brighton is a lifestyle city with real career opportunities. The digital and creative scene is genuine — agencies like Clearleft, Brandwatch, and dozens of smaller shops produce world-class work. If you're in UX, web dev, content, or design, Brighton has more per-capita opportunities than almost anywhere in the UK.
The London commute option is real. Brighton to London Victoria is under an hour by train. Many people earn London salaries while living in Brighton for the quality of life. Season tickets are expensive (~£5,000/year) but the rent savings often offset it.
Networking matters more here. Brighton's job market is relationship-driven. Meetups, conferences (Brighton SEO, dConstruct), and co-working spaces are where many roles get filled before they're publicly advertised. Autoply helps you cover the publicly listed roles at volume while you build your local network.
Brighton vs London — is the move worth it?
Brighton offers a genuine career in digital, creative, and tech without London's cost and pace. Salaries are 10–20% lower but rent is significantly cheaper, commute stress is minimal, and quality of life is markedly better. For senior roles in niche agencies, Brighton salaries can match London. The trade-off: fewer large corporate opportunities and a smaller market overall.
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