From Trinity Walk to Junction 32, the district is a shopping hotspot – filled with retail stores, restaurants and speciality stores.
Now, with Christmas rapidly approaching, a wide range of temporary and full-time job opportunities have become available.
Any one of these roles could be perfect for someone looking for a fresh career or some part-time Christmas work, as winter draws in.
All jobs listed can be found on Indeed.
Here are 14 new job roles in and around Wakefield.
5. City & Guilds Group - Customer Service Advisor
As a Customer Service Advisor, the successful candidate will be supporting centres, employers, learners and third parties via telephone and email, providing an exceptional experience. Photo: Google Maps
6. Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust - 111 Health Advisor Wakefield
£24,937 - £26,598 a year. As a health adviser, the successful candidates are the patients first point of contact, using skills, alongside specialist computer software, to assess their symptoms and give them the help and reassurance they need. Photo: Google Maps
7. Card Factory - Seasonal Sales Assistant
The successful candidate will serve at the tills with a smile, keep shelves stocked and will make every shopper feel welcomed, wowed, and won over. Photo: Google Maps
8. Ben Sherman - Christmas Keyholder
The successful candidate will generate sales by delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining impeccable store standards. Photo: Google Maps