Leicester Jobs
Leicester combines a strong manufacturing heritage with major retail HQs, two universities, and excellent Midlands connectivity. Browse live listings and let Autoply apply overnight.
Jobs in Leicester by sector
Salary ranges reflect 25th–75th percentile for Leicester-based roles.
Manufacturing & Textiles
Production Manager, Quality Controller, Machine Operator, Buyer
£22,000–£42,000
Textiles, food manufacturing (Walkers/PepsiCo), plastics. Historic manufacturing base.
Retail & E-Commerce
E-Commerce Manager, Buyer, Merchandiser, Supply Chain, Marketing
£24,000–£55,000
Next plc HQ (Enderby), Dunelm HQ (Syston). Major online retail operations.
Healthcare
NHS Clinical, Nursing, Allied Health, Healthcare Assistant, Pharmacy
£22,000–£55,000
Leicester Royal Infirmary, Glenfield Hospital. Major teaching hospital group.
Education & Research
Lecturer, Researcher, Teacher, Admin, Lab Technician
£24,000–£55,000
University of Leicester, De Montfort University. Space and earth observation research.
Logistics & Distribution
Warehouse Manager, Driver, Supply Chain Analyst, Dispatch
£22,000–£40,000
Central England M1/M69 corridor. Amazon, DHL, and retail distribution centres.
Professional Services
Accountant, Solicitor, HR Manager, Insurance, Recruitment
£24,000–£50,000
Regional offices for Big 4, law firms, and financial services.
Leicester job areas
Where the major employers are based and how to get there.
| Area | Sector focus | Transport |
|---|---|---|
| City Centre | De Montfort University, retail, professional services | Leicester station, bus hub |
| Enderby / Fosse Park | Next HQ, retail parks, distribution | South-west Leicester, M1 J21, bus from centre |
| Leicester Royal Infirmary | Healthcare, NHS, medical research | Central, walking distance from station |
| University of Leicester Campus | Research, education, space science | South of centre, bus routes |
| Magna Park / Lutterworth | Logistics, warehousing, distribution | South of Leicester, M1 J20, car required |
Getting a job in Leicester — what actually works
Leicester is an underrated career city. With Next and Dunelm headquartered locally, there are strong careers in retail, e-commerce, buying, merchandising, and supply chain that you won't find in most UK cities. These HQ roles offer career progression without London costs.
Manufacturing is still a major employer. From food production (Walkers) to textiles and engineering, Leicester's manufacturing sector employs tens of thousands. The sector is modernising, creating demand for automation, quality, and supply chain skills.
Apply at volume for the best roles. HQ roles at Next and popular NHS positions attract 150–300 applications. Autoply applies overnight to match that volume, reaching the hiring manager directly with a tailored CV for each role.
Leicester vs Nottingham vs Birmingham — how to choose
Leicester is the most affordable of the three Midlands cities. Birmingham has the largest and most diverse job market, while Nottingham leads in creative and digital. Leicester's strengths are retail HQs, manufacturing, and logistics — if your career is in those areas, Leicester is the natural choice. All three are well-connected by rail and motorway, so cross-city commuting is common.
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