Exeter is the county town of Devon and one of the South West's most prosperous and fast-growing cities, offering excellent employment opportunities across healthcare, education, public sector, retail, financial services and tourism. With a population of over 130,000 and one of the lowest unemployment rates of any UK city, Exeter is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in England. This guide covers the Exeter job market, the key employers recruiting in the city and how to find live job vacancies in Exeter today.
The Exeter Job Market
Exeter has a strong and diverse economy underpinned by its role as the administrative, commercial and cultural capital of Devon and the wider South West peninsula. The city is home to significant public sector employment through Devon County Council, Exeter City Council and a number of government agencies. The Met Office, the UK's national weather service, has its headquarters in Exeter and is one of the city's most prominent employers, operating a large scientific and technical campus on the outskirts of the city.
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the South West and a major employer in Exeter. The University of Exeter is a Russell Group institution and a significant research and education employer, with particular strengths in climate science, medicine and business. Exeter's tourism and hospitality sector benefits from the city's cathedral, historic quayside and proximity to Dartmoor and the Devon coast.
Key Sectors for Jobs in Exeter
The strongest sectors for job vacancies in Exeter include healthcare through Royal Devon University Healthcare, public sector and government, education and research through the University of Exeter, retail and hospitality, financial services, technology and digital, science and research through the Met Office, and tourism.
Major Employers Hiring in Exeter
Major employers currently recruiting in Exeter include Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Devon County Council, the University of Exeter, the Met Office, Exeter City Council, John Lewis, Marks and Spencer, Amazon, Royal Mail, PwC and a wide range of professional services, technology and tourism businesses.
Search for Jobs in Exeter
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Jobcentre Plus in Exeter
Your local Jobcentre Plus office can provide free support with your job search, CV writing, interview preparation and benefit claims. Visit our Exeter Jobcentre Plus page for address, telephone numbers and opening hours.
