Living And Working In Nottingham

The city of Nottingham is situated in Nottinghamshire which is in the East Midlands. It is considered a fairly large city and lies approximately 130 miles from London. The nearest airport is East Midlands Airport and is relatively close, being around 12 miles away and the primary airport for the city and the surrounding region.

Nottingham is widely associated with the well known legend of Robin Hood (who apparently resided in Sherwood Forest), the heroic outlaw who traditionally took from the rich in order to give to the poor. Over the years there have been many different and intriguing stories, books and films about Robin Hood yet Nottingham's history offers so much more. Dating from as far back as the 6th century, the city has seen many industries over the centuries such as wool, silks, malt, glass making, hosiery, bicycles, tobacco and lace!

Nottingham’s economy continues to be diverse and resilient with key sectors contributing to its growth and development. The service sector remains a major driver of Nottingham’s economy. This includes financial services with several major companies having a significant presence in the city.

Retail is another cornerstone of the service sector and Nottingham is a major retail destination with popular shopping centres like Victoria Centre and Broadmarsh, along with a variety of independent shops, boutiques and markets. The rise of ecommerce has also influenced the retail landscape and the city has seen a growth in logistics and distribution that support the retail sector.

Professional services in the city include legal, accounting, consulting and a range of marketing services which all benefit from the city’s creative talent pool, particularly graduates from local universities.

Nottingham has a growing creative and digital sector which includes film, gaming and software development. The city is recognised as a hub for digital innovation, supported by universities and creative clusters.

The presence of two major universities, Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham plays a significant role in the economy. These institutions contribute through research, innovation and the development of skilled graduates who often remain in the city.

Nottingham is part of the UK’s life sciences corridor with a strong focus on pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and healthcare. The BioCity Nottingham is one of the largest bioscience incubators in Europe and has a major role to play.

Although traditional manufacturing has declined, Nottingham still has a presence in high tech manufacturing  and engineering, including aerospace, automotive and advanced materials. The city’s location and connectivity make it an attractive site for these industries.

Nottingham’s rich history including its association with Robin Hood, along with cultural assets such as the city’s theatres, museums and festivals, attract tourists from all over the world.

Nottingham has a huge variety of attractions. It is a very green city with many gardens and parks and has its own tram network which eases a substantial amount of traffic congestion, providing an efficient and sustainable way to travel. The National Justice Museum with its original dungeons, courtrooms and prison cells, the City Of Caves and the Haunted Museum…(maybe it's time I mentioned that Nottingham has quite a few haunted locations!) are all fantastic places to visit! On a lighter note, there is the absolutely stunning Wollaton Hall and its deer-filled park, the very pretty Arboretum, Stonebridge City Farm, the Framework Knitters Museum and of course, the Robin Hood Experience and so much more.

Stylish shopping, live music, a great variety of places to eat, in addition to  a diverse and exciting nightlife are very well catered for in this friendly city which incidentally has one of the youngest populations in the UK of any major city.

Sport lovers will be pleased to hear that the area boasts several  football clubs, a test match cricket ground and both a National Ice Centre and Water Sports Centre.

The city is a wonderful place to both live and work, offering a high quality of life, excellent job opportunities and a rich cultural scene. Travel slightly further afield and you will discover some glorious countryside with plenty more breathtakingly fabulous attractions such as the historic Sherwood Forest, the charming Vale of Belvoir and the Nottinghamshire Wolds.

The next event being hosted by the UK Careers Fair will be held on September 26th between 10am - 2pm. The venue is Albert Hall, NG1 5AA. This atmospheric Conference Centre, which was built at the turn of the century is conveniently situated within the city centre and is used to host a variety of events from meetings and shows to concerts and grand banquets. It is close to Nottingham train station, bus and tram routes and car parking is available nearby.