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Massive careers fair with hundreds of jobs at leading companies comes to Manchester next month

Manchester Careers Fair 2023 will "showcase a wide range of job roles and opportunities to suit diverse career paths".

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 20th July 2023

A huge careers fair with hundreds of jobs at some major companies up for grabs is coming to Manchester next month.

Described as being “the ultimate networking platform”, the UK Careers Fair travels all around the country with the aim of bringing job-hunters together with employers who are looking for skilled candidates to fill hundreds of roles.

Events have been held in over 60 locations nationwide, and in just a few weeks time, it’s stopping off right here in Manchester.

Taking over the Britannia Hotel on Portland Street in the heart of the city centre, organisers are promising that the upcoming Manchester event will “showcase a wide range of job roles and opportunities to suit diverse career paths”.

Those making their way down to the Manchester Careers Fair on Friday 18 August will get the chance to explore a wide range of roles – with everything from entry-level, apprenticeship, and graduate positions, to management roles, franchise opportunities, and both part-time and full-time positions, as well as flexible and work-from-home jobs available.

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The four-hour event is free to attend, and is gearing up to offer job seekers an “unparalleled chance” to engage with local and national employers face-to-face.

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Massive careers fair with hundreds of jobs is coming to Manchester / Credit: The UK Careers Fair (via Facebook)

British Airways, Lidl, Arnold Clark, Optical Express, and BAE Systems are just some of the companies that will be looking for new recruits at the Manchester fair, as well as seeing representatives from HM Courts and Tribunal Service, and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, also present and looking to fill roles at the event.

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Manchester Careers Fair 2023 will take place on Friday 18 August at the Britannia Hotel on Portland Street from 10am to 2pm.

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Find out more and grab a free ticket here.

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Worsley-born wood-fired pizza brand set for sensational US expansion

Danny Jones Danny Jones Leopard Pie pizza Worsley Salford expanding into the US

A Greater Manchester food brand that started in the little village of Worsley is about to go international in a big way as local Leopard Pie pizza is set to take America by storm.

In one of the most major and exciting culinary success stories to come out of Salford in some time, perhaps ever, much-loved pizza Leopard Pie have quietly struck a deal to carry out a significant expansion into the US.

Not only does this mean the likelihood of there being more of their restaurants up and down in the UK but with multiple venues scheduled to open across the Atlantic, the brand could be at the start of an unbelievable global journey.

Come on, how often do you hear a Manc foodie name in the same sentence as the States?

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Leopard Pie and their delicious wood-fired pizza are set to make their debut in the US. (Credit: The Manc Eats)

Speaking exclusively to The Manc, Leopard Pie confirmed: “We’re proud to share that Leopard Pie is embarking on a major U.S. expansion with a multi-location deal over the next five years.

“This marks a defining moment in our journey as we introduce a bold new Leopard Pie identity to the American market—while staying true to the heart and spirit that has made our UK brand and locations so widely loved.

“This milestone represents the start of an extraordinary journey as we introduce the next evolution of Leopard Pie—one that amplifies everything that has made our brand beloved while bringing fresh energy and bold new design concepts to a global audience.”

Already working intensely behind the scenes on what they’re hailing as a “visionary new US restaurant concept” for their pizza empire that not only elevated the dining experience but will “set new standards in the fast-casual dining scene”.

They also detailed plans to set up a dedicated domestic base of operations across the pond which will include a world-class training and development hub “to ensure that every chef and operator joining our US family delivers excellence from day one.”

When it comes to Manchester food and drink brands that have blown up, you’d be hard-pressed to any that have gone from an idea that started as recently as 2015 and gained traction during lockdown to expanding within such a fast time frame, let alone on such a massive scale – not even Rudy’s.

The big news now put to one side, it won’t surprise you to learn that Leopard Pie has stated “This is just the beginning”, teasing that they plan to expand into several other key territories and keep building the brand as much as possible.

Owner Lee Chester told us that America always felt somewhat in the stars for the neighbourhood staple; “From the very beginning, Leopard Pie was built with global ambition— the word ‘Pie’ itself a subtle nod to our U.S. vision, a hint as to what was to come.

“I am incredibly proud to be leading the brand into this exciting new era, where my role will evolve to mentor and empower new entrepreneurs to achieve success under the Leopard Pie name.

“I believe wholeheartedly that Leopard Pie’s next chapter will be one of exponential success, built on passion, innovation, and leadership. For those who partner with us now, the potential is immense—and the journey promises to be unforgettable.”

The brand has remained 100% independently owned since day one, having turned down multiple investment offers to date, but is now embarking on what feels like an unprecedented chapter for a local restaurant as they open up to “select strategic partnerships and investments”.

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While specifics regarding how quickly the move into America will get underway and just how many sites there will be are still being kept under wraps, more details will be released soon enough.

Lee summed up the next steps by adding: “I believe with absolute certainty that Leopard Pie is entering a decade of unparalleled growth and excitement. For those who choose to partner with us now, the rewards and the legacy we will create together will be remarkable.”

And last but not least, you don’t have to worry about a local joint that started in Worsley forgetting their roots – the Salford staple isn’t just one of the best pizza places in Manchester but their hometown story is what makes this so special.

For now, you’ll still find them serving up full wood-fired Neapolitan pies and slices over in Worsley and from their stall in Kargo MKT in Central Bay, so give it a try if you haven’t already.

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Their Kargo MKT site in Salford Quays.
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It really is very good.
Credit: The Manc Group

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You can get a mobile massage treatment in your office – just like us

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We’d like to introduce you to the pioneering personalised service offering massage treatments on the move at practically any location including direct from your office – including to those of us here in Manchester.

In a world where you can get practically anything delivered straight to your door, it wasn’t going to be long until some genius invented a way to get a massage from the comfort of your own office.

And that genius is none other than, Ruuby.

Named ‘London’s first digital beauty concierge’, Ruuby have been pampering the nation’s capital for almost a decade before branching out to further locations.

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The gorgeous set up provided by Ruuby
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Look at that lovely branding on the towels.
They did wonders with our otherwise plain downstairs office space. (Credit: The Manc Group)

In October 2024, the company expanded beyond its domestic reach in the likes of the capital, the Cotswolds and Surrey into Europe, making its first mark Switzerland: the perfect country for both luxury and essential beauty treatments with a tailored experience.

The month following saw the group moving up North and all the way to Manchester, where people can now book professional treatments best suited to them, right on their doorstep.

If you’re feeling sceptical still, you can take it from us here at The Manc; we couldn’t tell you how relaxing and comforting these massages are.

There are a range of treatments available and we opted for two bespoke massages, a sports massage and a deep tissue massage.

Each experience is suited to your personal needs meaning each massage therapist will be able to fine-tune their relaxation abilities to what benefits you best.

After choosing the bespoke massage that I felt would work best for me, I went into this with no prior massage experience and I came out feeling taller, broader and more refreshed. Highly recommend.

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Mid-day office massage? Yes, please.
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How relaxing. What a shame you have to go back to work after!
Credit: The Manc Group

My masseuse guided me throughout the whole process and we soon discovered that I was able to tolerate much harder pressure than I thought which helped release tension I didn’t even know I had!

The same applies to how firm you’d like your session to be, as the masseuse can help with a brief overview of your time together, but the amount of pressure you like is down to personal preference.

It’s not just massages either: there’s everything from waxing, nails and hair to physio and IV drips; how about getting Marbella ready in less than an hour with a spray tan service set up wherever you are?

As Ruuby is a mobile and remote work environment, there are a number of at any time up and down the country, meaning your next beauty slot could be as little as an hour away, find out more HERE.

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