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Some 50 local employers will be taking part in a jobs fair in Nottingham city centre today (Monday, March 28) with as many as 1,500 jobs on offer.

The event, taking place in the Old Market Square, will be the first big jobs fair in the city since the start of the pandemic. As well as employment opportunities, organisers say there will also be a chance to find out about training and employment support.

Employers from retail, public transport, healthcare, emergency services, hospitality, local government, and marketing will all be on site between 10am and 2pm, and visitors will be able to apply for jobs there and then.

People can also get help with job searches, CV writing and completing job applications with recruiting companies. There is no need to book in advance at the event which is being run by Nottingham City Council.

Council leader Coun David Mellen said: "Nottingham continues to bounce back after the pandemic but we know that many people will have faced uncertain and challenging times and will be seeking support to help them find work to support themselves and their families.

“That's why we’re proud to announce the return of this popular jobs fair, which comes at the perfect time to provide local people with a wide range of job opportunities from some of Nottingham’s most well-known employers.

"Our message to job seekers is that the local jobs market is recovering well, employment rates in Nottingham continue to fall, and there are a wide range of job opportunities available for local people."

Those planning to attend are advised to dress smart, ask plenty of questions and remember that everyone at the fair was once a job seeker.