Hundreds of businesses including Channel 4 and First Direct looking for talented young people for job roles in Leeds

They will be advertising their vacancies at the at the apprenticeship recruitment fair in the First Direct Arena.

Other major employers include global companies like KMPG, PwC and Deloitte.

Young people looking to start their careers will find a range of apprenticeships - from construction to the legal sector and engineering to retail.

The level of training will also range from employer to employer, with some companies training up to master's level.

As well as speaking to companies, visitors can also access the Help Zone where organisations, including Aspire-igen, Leeds Employment Hub and Start in Leeds, will be on hand to give careers information and guidance.

Councillor Jonathan Pryor, Leeds City Council’s executive member for learning, skills and employment said: "It’s great to see the return of the Leeds Apprenticeship Recruitment Fair for another year, which encourages meaningful and open conversations around employment and apprenticeships.

"As the largest apprenticeship fair in the north, we are committed to bringing employers and young people together to provide real opportunities for them to explore different sectors of work, which they may not have had the chance to do otherwise."

The free event will be held at First Direct Arena from 4pm to 8pm on Monday, February 3.

For a full list of exhibitors and a copy of the exhibition guide please the website.