Jobs in Wigan

Situated conveniently near Liverpool and Manchester, Wigan is a thriving town of over 300,000 people that offers job opportunities in many industries and businesses. With excellent transport networks, both road and rail, and strong employment figures, especially in retail and manufacturing, Wigan is a great place to live and work.

With the creation of one of the first official European Economic Development Zones within the borough, highly skilled employment opportunities are becoming available all the time and the zone will also serve as a springboard for further investment. HJ Heinz and JJB Sports, two of the major employers in the area have constructed additional distribution facilities to aid competitiveness and growth. Wigan has also attracted some important commercial property groups which are opening up more and more employment opportunities.

The planned Grand Arcade Shopping Centre with over 330,000 square feet of retail space will also provide more jobs and is another example of the high levels of investment being poured into the area. Professional agencies like Daniel Adams are already matching people's skills to these new positions. With the Wigan Pier under development including hotels, apartments and shops being constructed, Wigan is looking at a bright economic future.