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 14 new job roles in and around Wakefield.
5. KFC - Team Member
Up to £12.21 an hour. The successful candidate will take on a variety of roles including taking orders, handling the tills, preparing food and keeping things clean and slick. Photo: Google Maps
6. Jollyes - Sales Assistant
The successful candidate will provide helpful and friendly customer service, uphold great store standards with available stock and clean and tidy presentation, and will promote responsible pet ownership. Photo: Google Maps
7. The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust - Medical Laboratory Assistant
£24,465 a year. The successful candidate will have evidence of a good secondary school education and previous experience of working within the public service environment. Photo: Google Maps
8. Starbucks - Barista
£11.00 - £12.21 per hour. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and will have a passion for customer service. Photo: Google Maps