Liverpool Named One Of The UK’s Fastest Growing Cities For Jobs And Careers
Liverpool has been recognised as one of the UK’s fastest-growing cities for jobs and career opportunities in a major new ranking published by LinkedIn.
The professional networking platform has included Liverpool in its inaugural Cities on the Rise list, which highlights emerging locations across the UK where hiring is accelerating, employment opportunities are expanding and professionals are choosing to build their careers.
The rankings are based on LinkedIn data and identify cities showing strong economic momentum beyond the country’s largest metropolitan areas.
Liverpool’s inclusion reflects the city’s continued growth as it attracts new businesses, investment and skilled workers while delivering long-term plans to strengthen the local economy.
Liverpool’s Economy Continues To Grow
The recognition comes as Liverpool continues to deliver its ambitious Growth Plan, which aims to create high-quality jobs, attract investment and support residents through opportunities across key industries.
Priority sectors include life sciences, advanced manufacturing, clean energy, creative industries and digital technology, with the city also seeing continued growth in its film and television sector.
Large-scale regeneration projects, a thriving innovation economy and world-class universities are also helping strengthen Liverpool’s reputation as one of the UK’s leading destinations for investment and business growth.
Councillor Nick Small, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Growth and Economy, said:
“This recognition from LinkedIn is a strong endorsement of Liverpool’s growing reputation as a city where businesses can invest, innovate and thrive.
“We’re seeing real momentum across our economy, from life sciences and advanced manufacturing to clean energy, digital technologies and our rapidly expanding film and television industry.
“Through our Growth Plan, we’re working with partners across the city to create high-quality jobs, attract investment and ensure local people can benefit from the opportunities being created.
“Liverpool has always been a city of ambition, creativity and talent. This ranking reflects the progress being made and reinforces our confidence that Liverpool is one of the best places in the UK to build a career, grow a business and invest for the future.”
Investment And Job Growth Driving Liverpool Forward
LinkedIn’s new ranking focuses on cities where employment opportunities and hiring are gathering pace, recognising places attracting fresh talent and offering strong career prospects.
Liverpool’s growing profile is supported by nationally significant cultural assets, major regeneration projects, a world-class knowledge economy and strong links across a range of industries.
The city’s social economy has also continued to expand, with nearly 300 jobs created and £19.4 million of investment secured for organisations delivering both economic and social value, helping ensure growth benefits communities across the Liverpool City Region.
