Recruitment Chorley

Chorley has a modest population of about 41000 people. But even though it is a relatively small, rural area the region is a bustling, busy commercial centre. There is a popular weekly market in Chorley, as well as beautiful natural areas, good transportation links and a high standard of living. These factors, coupled with a relatively low cost of living make Chorley a great choice for employment opportunities.

Chorley, like other areas in the North West and England as a whole, has seen significant changes in the last 50 years as it has developed from a major industrial centre into a more service orientated town. Historically, mining and cotton manufacturing were the main industries in Chorley and although this is no longer the case, there are still 3 operational mills in the area.

Recently, the defence and computer technology industries have become important players in the Chorley area. As an example, BAE Systems and CSC. There has also been a shift to more business based and administrative focussed employment, both sectors now some of the biggest employers. Within these sectors, secretarial, sales and customer services have contributed to the local economy by boosting employment in Chorley and surrounding areas. A variety of small local businesses are also thriving in Chorley’s current economic climate. As more major firms choose the area, employment opportunities expand and the local economy develops, encouraging a wide range of retail options and subsidiary services.