With its ‘canny’ people, vibrant towns and cities, tranquil countryside and dramatic coastlines, North East England is the place to forge a lifelong, rewarding and adventure-filled career.
Your future is here in North East England
Why North East England?
From stunning, untouched countryside to dramatic coastlines, vibrant towns and cities and more history than you can shake a stick at, North East England is a truly unique destination. The home of multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites, world-class sports, thrilling attractions and a population renowned for its friendly, welcoming nature, opportunities for adventure exist around every corner. Our venues welcome global superstars like Beyonce and Sam Fender, alongside the hottest West End
spectaculars direct from London. Our famous nightlife continues to excite and our acres and acres of breathtaking landscapes feature in many a Hollywood blockbuster.
Adventure awaits around every corner in North East England, making it the perfect spot for anyone looking for their next opportunity.
The ultimate guide to your future
A region that’s shaping the future
The North East is pioneering the future of the experiential economy, leading the way as England’s first Destination Development Partnership.
From groundbreaking accessibility and inclusion work to our world first regenerative tourism framework, we’re also working to integrate the growing creative industries into the experiential economy, helping to bring major Film and TV projects to the region and attracting world-class music, theatre and sports.
With a strong focus on sustainable, eco-friendly travel practices, the region is creating exciting career opportunities in an industry that’s both forward thinking and responsible.
Your future in the industry
Whatever your age or stage of your career or training, this is the perfect time to jump right into the exciting world of the visitor economy. Whether you’re interested in event management, hotel operations, travel planning, or culinary arts, there’s a place for you here. The skills you gain are transferable, the experiences are enriching, and the opportunities are endless.
The visitor economy offers amazing progression opportunities, with many people progressing from entry level roles to highly-paid leadership positions as their career journey progresses. Since the industry is so diverse and covers such a wide range of potential careers, you'll always have an array of opportunities at your feet.
The home of real opportunity
North East England is a region on the move. Under Mayor Kim McGuinness and the North East Combined Authority, the region is determined to become a real home of opportunity, where everyone has the chance to succeed and build an enriching life.
Our sector is worth over £6.1 billion to the region’s economy and employs over 63,000 people. We have plans to double this and we’re bringing everyone on that journey with us – creating opportunity at every stage.
The region’s cost-effectiveness, excellent connectivity and comparatively lower cost of living means you can build a sustainable life here without breaking the bank.
A world class region
The region is home to some of the UK’s best universities and colleges, training over 160,000 students and delivering a pipeline of talent to a multitude of industries. Learners and businesses also have access to the highest concentration of academic researchers in the UK outside of the Oxford-Cambridge-London golden triangle – with these forward thinkers shaping the global conversation from right here in the North East.
Our collaborative nature and ‘get it done’ attitude means these institutions are plugged in with industry to ensure graduates are in pole position to take on the world and build fulfilling careers.
