Loughborough is a market town of around 60,000 in north Leicestershire, dominated by Loughborough University and the engineering and sport-science cluster the university has built up around it. Live vacancies skew towards lab, R&D and university-adjacent roles, plus the usual retail and care work.

The biggest single employer is the university itself — academic, technical, professional services, plus a steady churn of part-time and term-time work for students. Beyond the campus: 3M Healthcare on Charnwood Road, AstraZeneca's Charnwood R&D site, Brush Electrical Machines (transformers and rotating machines), BAE Systems' Submarines facility, and a fair scattering of engineering SMEs that have spun out of the university's incubator. Sport science is its own micro-cluster — British Triathlon, Sport England's Loughborough campus and a handful of sports-tech start-ups all sit on or near the university grounds.

Transport: Loughborough station is on the Midland Main Line — London St Pancras in 75 minutes, Nottingham 20, Leicester 12. East Midlands Airport (parts of which sit in Castle Donington, just up the A6) is a major employer for ground handling, logistics and DHL distribution. Postcodes: LE11 is the town proper; LE12 covers the Charnwood villages south and east.

Jobs in Loughborough

Head of Account Management

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
£40,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
Location: Nottingham (North-side), UK. Job Type: Full Time, Office Based. About the Role. Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and successful business in North Nottingham to recruit a Head of Account Manageme... Read more
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Refrigeration Engineer

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Not Specified
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
We are seeking a skilled Refrigeration Engineer with hands-on experience in CO₂ systems to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to expand their expertise, as full training will be provided in ammonia (NH₃) refrig... Read more
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Warehouse Operative / Drivers Mate

Castle Donington
£13 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 12-08-2026
Warehouse Operative / Drivers Mate. Pertemps are recruiting for Warehouse Operatives / Drivers Mates to join our client based in Castle Donington. In this role you will be required to go out with a driver and undertake 2 man home deliveries or work within... Read more
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Finishing Manager

Nottingham
£230 per day
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 12-08-2026
Finishing Manager. Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Job Type: Contract, Full-Time. Salary: £230 - £240 per day. Primary Industry: Construction. We are looking for a Finishing Manager to join a new build student accommodation project i... Read more
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Team Leader

Leicester, City of Leicester
£14 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
ROLE: Team Leader. LOCATION: Leicester. HOURS: Full-Time | Permanent. PAY: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour. Frontline Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and motivated Team Leader to join its growing food manufacturing team in Le... Read more
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Assistant Management Accountant

Swadlincote
£32,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
Assistant Management Accountant. Salary up to £35,000. 1 - 2 days working from home. Full time, permanent. Study support. Opportunity to progress into a Management Accountant role. Main Responsibilities. The main responsibility will be to produce timely a... Read more
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New Business Development Manager (field based)

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
£30,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
An Opportunity for High-Performance Business Development Managers. Our client is a pre-eminent, multiple award-winning provider of Health & Safety, HR, and Employment Law services. With an 80-year legacy of excellence and market leadership, they are curre... Read more
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Behaviour Mentor

Leicester, Leicestershire
£22 per hour
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 12-08-2026
Behaviour Mentor - Leicester. As a Behaviour Mentor, you will provide 1:1 support to pupils who require additional guidance to help them engage positively with education. You will build strong, trusting relationships, encourage positive behaviour, and hel... Read more
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QUALIFIED SOLICITOR (Maternity Cover)

LE1, Leicester
£57,072 per annum
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 12-08-2026
QUALIFIED SOLICITOR (Maternity Cover. £57,072 (Manager Pay Scale 3. Leicester/Hybrid. Full-Time. Fixed Term (12 months. Use your legal expertise to make a real difference to the lives and careers of education leaders across the UK. Make A Difference. ASCL... Read more
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HR Assistant / Administrator

Castle Donington
£30,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
**** Part-time HR Administrator needed ****. Salary is £30-£35,000 per annum - Pro-rata for Part time. An on-site position with occasional work from home. 3 days per week required - onsite. We are seeking an experienced HR Administrator who have a degree ... Read more
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Head Chef

Leicester, City of Leicester
£30,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
ROLE: Head Chef. LOCATION: Leicester. HOURS: Full-Time | Permanent. SALARY: £30,000 - £35,000. Frontline Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to join its growing food manufacturing team in Leicester... Read more
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Tractor Operator

Coalville
£26 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 12-08-2026
TRACTOR DRIVER REQUIRED – LE67. Location: LE67. Start: ASAP. ⏳ 1 Month's Work. Experienced Tractor Driver required for site work. Blue CPCS Tractor Ticket required. Previous site experience preferred. Immediate availability. Call Emma on (phone number rem... Read more
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Tractor Operator

Coalville, Leicestershire
£24 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 12-08-2026
Tractor Operator Required in Coalville. Our specialist Trades & Labour team are seeking Tractor Operator in Coalville, Leicestershire. Duties will include dust supression work. Tractor Operator require. Hold a CPCS or NPORS ticket. Have full PPE (Personal... Read more
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Air Conditioning Engineer

LE1 3HS
Not Specified
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
Air Conditioning Engineer. Location: Leicester – covering East/West Midlands and down to Northampton. Salary & Benefits. up to £44,000. 40-hour week (7:30am – 4:30pm. Van and fuel card provided. 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. Tools and uniform supp... Read more
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Registered Nurse

LE18 2BP
£21 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
What inspired you to become a nurse.. Was it the desire to make a real difference through Kind Care.. Or the drive to keep learning and growing in a profession that's always evolving — working side by side with multi-disciplinary teams.. Whatever your rea... Read more
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Senior Acute Physiotherapist

Leicester
£23 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
Our Client based in Leicester is looking to hire a Locum Physiotherapist with strong experience of working within Acute Stroke and Neuro Team. The post is initially for 12 weeks however, it is possible that a further extension will be offered to the succe... Read more
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Acrylic Fabricator

LE3, Leicester Forest East
£24,784 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
T&K Associates are currently recruiting for an Acrylic Fabricator for our client based in Leicester on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, friendly team who offer excellent training. Acrylic Fabricator Job Benefits. £24,784... Read more
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General Operative

NG8, Bilborough
Not Specified
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
Nottingham | Full-time | Permanent | Manufacturing Environment. Are you an enthusiastic, hands-on Production Operative with machine operating experience, looking for a new role with a great employer? We have a great role working for a business that genuin... Read more
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Bid Coordinator

Ruddington, Nottinghamshire
£32,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
Bid Coordinator. Permanent, Full-Time. Ruddington, Onsite. £32,000-£40,000. Are you a commercially minded professional with experience supporting bids, tenders or proposals and looking to take the next step in your career. We're working with a growing org... Read more
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Environmental and Compliance Advisor

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
£35,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 12-08-2026
The Environmental and Compliance Advisor supports environmental compliance across operations. Reporting to the Head of Environmental & Compliance, the role provides practical advice, guidance and assurance to site teams, helping ensure operations remain a... Read more
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Frequently asked questions

What's the main employer in Loughborough?

Loughborough University is the single biggest employer, both for academic posts and a continuous churn of part-time and term-time work tied to the campus. Other major employers include 3M Healthcare on Charnwood Road, AstraZeneca's Charnwood R&D site, and Brush Electrical Machines.

Is Loughborough good for commuting?

Yes — Loughborough station is on the Midland Main Line. Trains to London St Pancras take 75 minutes, Nottingham 20 minutes, and Leicester 12 minutes. East Midlands Airport is a short drive up the A6 and a major local employer for ground handling and DHL distribution.

What postcode is Loughborough?

LE11 covers Loughborough itself. LE12 covers the surrounding Charnwood villages to the south and east, including Quorn, Mountsorrel and Sileby.