Entry-level jobs in the UK

How many UK entry-level jobs are open right now?

There are 2,302 live UK entry-level jobs on newgrads.co.uk as of 16 October 2026, from 1,405 employers. 431 were listed in the last 7 days and 340 close within the next 14 days.

Which employers are hiring for UK entry-level jobs?

The employers with the most open roles are Ernest Gordon Recruitment (129), Apprentify (41), Rise Technical Recruitment Limited (34), Reed (24) and Back TO Work (22).

• Ernest Gordon Recruitment 129
• Apprentify 41
• Rise Technical Recruitment Limited 34
• Reed 24
• Back TO Work 22
• Rise Technical Recruitment 20
• PwC 16
• Back 2 Work 12

Where in the UK are UK entry-level jobs based?

Most roles are in London (604), South East (338), East of England (206) and North West (203). 1% of listings are hybrid or remote.

• London 604
• South East 338
• East of England 206
• North West 203
• South West 175
• West Midlands 148
• East Midlands 119
• Yorkshire and the Humber 116

How much do UK entry-level jobs pay?

Where an annual salary is stated (985 of 2,302 listings), the median advertised salary is £32,000, and the middle half of salaries fall between £28,000 and £38,000.

Which career fields have the most UK entry-level jobs?

The biggest fields are Engineering (477), Sales & business (265), Public sector, education & health (251) and Software engineering (137).

• Engineering 477
• Sales & business 265
• Public sector, education & health 251
• Software engineering 137
• Finance & banking 135
• Operations & supply chain 128
• Marketing, media & creative 122
• Other graduate roles 114

Which skills do employers mention most?

The skills that appear most often in these adverts are Python, SQL, Excel, Power BI, CAD and Machine learning.

How do I apply?

Every listing links to the original advert, where you apply directly. newgrads.co.uk is not the employer or recruiter and never sees your application, so always check eligibility and closing dates on the advert.