Eight top jobs paying up to £60k which bosses are eager to fill - with no industry experience needed
Finding a job is getting harder as unemployment rises – almost 1.9 million Brits were out of work in the three months to January, according to latest figures.
Meanwhile, businesses are putting off hiring as they grapple with higher costs such as the increases to employer National Insurance Contributions and National Minimum Wage. Undoubtedly, an uncertain economic picture – with the outlook for inflation and interest rates upended by the Middle East conflict – also puts many companies off recruiting.
But there are still plenty of opportunities out there for ambitious workers – and many of them pay a significant wage.
We asked the bosses at ten brilliant UK businesses to tell us about some of the roles they are currently desperate to fill.
Many of them require no previous experience in their sector, and plenty offer the opportunity to progress your career. So what are you waiting for?
1. Octopus Energy
Job: Customer Service Advisor (Energy Specialist)
Location: Leicester
Salary: £26,300
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This job is suited to those who love helping customers, whether it’s understanding their bills, meter readings or energy tariffs
With 7.3 million households as customers, Octopus Energy is the UK’s largest energy provider and it is expanding. The firm employs about 8,000 people in the UK and is currently recruiting for hundreds more roles. Its Jobs That Matter initiative was launched in partnership with the King’s Trust and is a jobs portal for young people looking for entry-level roles that require minimal experience and qualifications.
This job is suited to those who love helping customers, whether it’s understanding their bills, meter readings or energy tariffs. Benefits include an electric car salary sacrifice scheme, private medical insurance and share options.
Rebecca Dibb-Simkin, chief product and marketing officer at Octopus Energy, says: ‘The jobs market is genuinely tough right now, but great companies are still hiring. Some of the best people I’ve worked with at Octopus had never set foot in the energy industry before joining us. They came in, got stuck in, and have built brilliant careers. What we care about is attitude and a willingness to learn – the rest will fall into place.’
2. Vistry
Job: Sales Consultant
Salary: £50,000 to £60,000
Location: Sheffield
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Housebuilder Vistry is the firm behind residential property brands including Bovis Homes and Countryside
Housebuilder Vistry is the firm behind residential property brands including Bovis Homes and Countryside. Headquartered in Kent, it employs about 5,000 people across the UK and last year built more than 15,000 homes. This is a business well-placed to benefit from the Government’s drive to build more houses.
Vistry says its ideal candidate would have sales experience and a background in property sales, housebuilding or estate agency. They will be confident speaking with customers and closing deals. Benefits include a share save and share incentive scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme and up to 33 days annual leave.
Danica McClean, group people director at Vistry, says: ‘Starting or shaping your career is a big step. With 25 business units and three factories, Vistry has opportunities across construction, commercial, design, technical, real estate and more so there’s real choice and a place for every kind of talent.’
3. Halfords
Job: Centre Manager
Salary: £35,000 with an average annual bonus of £10,800
Location: UK wide
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Halfords is looking for hands-on leaders to manage some of its centres, who are able to bring out the best in a team
Motoring and cycling product specialist Halfords operates more than 300 stores and 400 garages across the UK, employing more than 12,000 people. It is now looking for hands-on leaders to manage some of its centres, who are able to bring out the best in a team.
There are various vacancies currently available including those based in Folkestone, Luton and Chorley. Benefits include a share save scheme, cycle to work scheme, and staff discount.
Craig Morgans, head of talent acquisition at Halfords, says: ‘It’s an exciting time to join as we’re growing rapidly and transforming our business. We’re looking for people who are passionate, customer-focused and ready to make a real impact.’
4. Omaze
Job: Social video editor
Salary: £35,000 to £50,000
Location: London (Holborn)
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Omaze's founder and chief executive, Matt Pohlson, says: 'We're an entertainment company with a social purpose'
You might not have won an Omaze house, but you could bag a job with the company. Omaze hosts high-profile prize draws for multi-million pound houses across the UK and is looking for someone to work on its video content across platforms including TikTok, Meta and YouTube.
It wants creative people who can collaborate in a team and are curious about how AI can help to transform content. Benefits include private medical and dental insurance, a personal learning and development budget, and employer pension contributions of up to 9pc.
Matt Pohlson, founder and chief executive of Omaze, says: ‘We’re an entertainment company with a social purpose, which means our teams get to bring engaging campaigns to life, showcasing our truly transformational prizes, while also raising millions for incredible charities.’
5. Trailfinders
Job: Travel consultant
Salary: Up to £33,800, expected to rise to £49,000 after two years
Location: Various
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Trailfinders is recruiting for positions at its 47 travel centres across the UK, which are located in places such as Birmingham, Chelmsford and Sheffield
Trailfinders, a travel agency which specialises in tailor-made tours, is recruiting for positions at its 47 travel centres across the UK, which are located in Birmingham, Chelmsford, Sheffield, and more.
The ideal travel consultant will be well-travelled, a good communicator and confident providing a high level of customer service. Benefits include full training, discounts on travel, free educational trips, and the opportunity to take a sabbatical every two years.
Toby Kelly, chief executive at Trailfinders, says: ‘We are the number one rated travel company on TrustPilot and Which? Travel brand of the year by virtue of our capable, enthusiastic and caring team – and that means we focus acutely on recruiting the right people. Because we promote from within, there are exceptional opportunities for progress into leadership positions and support teams.’
6. Jaguar Land Rover
Job: Maintenance Technician
Salary: £44,925 + shift allowance
Location: Solihull and Wolverhampton
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JLR is looking for proactive, curious, safety-focused candidates keen to develop their skills
An opportunity to work under JLR’s Reimagine strategy, which aims to introduce pure-electric versions of its vehicles by the end of the decade, including the launch of the Range Rover Electric later this year.
JLR is looking for proactive, curious, safety-focused candidates, keen to develop their skills. The job does require an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a subject related to mechanical, electrical maintenance or engineering. Perks include a discounted car purchase scheme and performance-related bonus.
Nigel Blenkinsop, chief operations officer at JLR, says: ‘Roles like these are central to our future. Our Reimagine strategy is transforming how we design, engineer and build our vehicles, and expanding electrification across every brand is a key part of that journey. We are excited to bring new talent into our business to support this.’
7. AJ Bell
Job: Dealing Services Agent
Salary: £28,000 to £30,000
Location: Manchester/Hybrid
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AJ Bell employs more than 1,500 people across its offices in Manchester and London
AJ Bell is one of the biggest investment platforms in the UK and has been certified a ‘Great Place to Work’, employing more than 1,500 people across its offices in Manchester and London.
Providing support to customers and helping them to execute their trades, this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail and great customer service. The firm offers training as well as support for those looking to achieve professional qualifications. Benefits include share incentives, a discretionary bonus scheme, discounted private healthcare and a free on-site gym.
Ellie Bedford, employer brand manager at AJ Bell, says: ‘No specialist qualifications are needed for this role, as long as applicants are enthusiastic about helping people to invest for the long-term. Last year, our customer service team answered 96pc of calls within 20 seconds, achieving a 4.9 star Trustpilot score.’
8. Cazoo
Job: Product analyst
Salary: £50,000 to £60,000
Location: Remote
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The online marketplace for buying, selling and comparing used cars is recruiting
The online marketplace for buying, selling and comparing used cars is recruiting. The firm works with more than 5,000 car dealers across the UK, with around 200,000 listings. This role involves working out how users are interacting with the marketplace – and how to improve it.
The ideal candidate will need analytical skills, the ability to handle data and experience with tools such as Tableau and Looker. Benefits include private medical insurance, a discretionary bonus and an employee recognition scheme.
Astrid Persson, chief of staff at Cazoo, says: ‘Our business continues to grow and we’re excited about the opportunities ahead. We’re proud to be creating opportunities and attracting great people to build their careers with us.’
