The district is a shopping hotspot, filled with retail stores, restaurants and speciality stores – meaning there are dozens of new jobs available.
Any one of these roles could be perfect for someone looking for a fresh career.
All jobs listed can be found on Indeed.
Here are 12 new job roles in and around Wakefield, Pontefract and Castleford.
9. Haribo UK - Packing and Production Operative
£31,063.24 - £36,110.29 a year. The successful candidate will have awareness and knowledge of the Food Hygiene standards, a good level of verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team. Photo: Google Maps
10. Chnatry Vets - Veterinary Care Assistant
Up to £12.71 an hour. The successful candidate will be exceptionally organised, thorough, resolution driven, have excellent communication skills and be used to working in a very fast paced environment. Photo: Google Maps
11. Tesco Express - Colleague
£13.28 - £14.55 an hour. The successful candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable about the products and services within the store and will work across the service, picking and replenishment areas. Photo: Google Maps
12. Iceland - Retail Assistant
£11.60 - £12.71 an hour. The successful candidate will ensure that they deliver great standards and a store to be proud of so that customers have the best experience possible when shopping. Photo: Google Maps