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Explore Careers & Industries Built on Your Strengths

Discover over 40 local industries and find the right fit for your unique strengths, interests, and work style. inyourroots® makes it easy to explore careers beyond the CV, whether you’re a young person exploring careers for the first time or an educator, or parent.

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  • Aerospace and Defence

    Aerospace and Defence

    Discover careers in aerospace & defense, where innovation and teamwork drive progress. Find roles that value practical skills and creative problem-solving, making a real difference in local and global communities.

  • Agriculture

    Agriculture

    Explore opportunities in agriculture, from hands-on farming to agri-tech. This industry welcomes all backgrounds, focusing on sustainable growth and supporting local food systems across Hertfordshire, Essex, and Suffolk.

  • Animal & Veterinary Services

    Animal & Veterinary Services

    Match with animal and veterinary roles that prioritise compassion, attention to detail, and community wellbeing. Your natural abilities can help improve animal health and support local pet owners.

  • Automotive

    Automotive

    Join the automotive sector, where practical skills, curiosity, and a passion for vehicles are valued. From repair to innovation, discover accessible pathways to meaningful work in your local area.

  • Banking and Finance

    Banking and Finance

    Find your fit in banking & finance, where analytical thinking and ethical practices matter most. This industry offers diverse entry points for young people, with a focus on local economic growth and financial wellbeing.

  • Biotech and Pharmaceuticals

    Biotech and Pharmaceuticals

    Step into biotech & pharma, where curiosity and problem-solving are key. Contribute to health innovations and community impact, with accessible roles for all skill sets, no science degree required.

  • Chemicals

    Chemicals

    Explore the chemicals industry, supporting everything from manufacturing to sustainability. Strengths like attention to detail and teamwork are highly valued, with roles available for various backgrounds.

  • Civil Service

    Civil Service

    Make a difference in civil service, where dedication to community and fairness is at the heart of every role. Accessible pathways help you support local government and drive positive change.

  • Construction

    Construction

    Build your future in construction, an industry that values practical skills, teamwork, and creative thinking. Opportunities range from hands-on work to project management, all rooted in local development.

  • Creative Industries

    Creative Industries

    Express your strengths in the creative industries; arts, design, media, and more. This sector champions fresh ideas, inclusivity, and authentic self-expression, with accessible roles for every talent.

  • Digital and Tech

    Digital and Tech

    Digital and tech careers are perfect for curious, adaptable problem-solvers who love working with technology and new ideas. Whether you’re interested in coding, design, IT support, or digital innovation, this sector values creativity, teamwork, and a drive to keep learning.

  • Education

    Education

    Shape the future in education, supporting learners of all ages. Whether you’re organised, empathetic, or a great communicator, there’s a place for your strengths in schools, training, and community learning.

  • Emergency Services

    Emergency Services

    Make a local impact in environmental services. Roles focus on sustainability, conservation, and community health. Ideal for those passionate about protecting our planet and supporting local initiatives.

  • Energy

    Energy

    Join the energy sector, powering change through innovation and sustainability. Opportunities exist for hands-on and technical roles, all contributing to local and national progress.

  • Engineering

    Engineering

    Engineering offers pathways for problem-solvers and makers. Whether you love building, designing, or improving systems, your skills can help drive local innovation and sustainable solutions.

  • Entertainment and Media

    Entertainment and Media

    Step into entertainment and media, where creativity and collaboration are celebrated. From production to digital content, this industry values real-world skills and diverse perspectives.

  • Environmental Services

    Environmental Services

    Make a local impact in environmental services. Roles focus on sustainability, conservation, and community health. Ideal for those passionate about protecting our planet and supporting local initiatives.

  • Faith and Spirituality

    Faith and Spirituality

    Support community wellbeing in faith & spirituality roles. This sector values empathy, inclusivity, and authentic connection, offering varied ways to make a positive local impact.

  • Fashion

    Fashion

    Join the fashion industry, where creativity, attention to detail, and collaboration drive success. Discover accessible roles in design, retail, and production, all supporting local brands and trends.

  • Food and Beverage

    Food and Beverage

    Explore food & beverage careers, from kitchens to supply chains. This industry values teamwork, adaptability, and a passion for quality, with roles that support local producers and communities.

  • Freelance

    Freelance

    Build your freelance career with strengths-first support. Whether creative or technical, freelancing offers flexible, accessible opportunities to grow your skills and serve local clients.

  • Health and Wellness

    Health and Wellness

    Support wellbeing in health & wellness roles. This sector values empathy, communication, and practical skills, with accessible pathways for all backgrounds to foster local health.

  • Healthcare

    Healthcare

    Make a difference in healthcare, where compassion and teamwork matter most. Accessible roles range from support work to administration, all contributing to healthier local communities.

  • Hospitality and Tourism

    Hospitality and Tourism

    Welcome guests and create memorable experiences in hospitality & tourism. This industry values people skills, organization, and adaptability, offering accessible roles in vibrant local settings.

  • IT and Cyber Security

    IT and Cyber Security

    Step into IT & cyber security, where problem-solving and curiosity are prized. Explore accessible tech roles that keep local businesses and communities safe and connected.

  • Law and Legal

    Law and Legal

    Find your place in law & legal services, supporting fairness and justice. This sector values analytical thinking and communication, with accessible roles for diverse skill sets.

  • Local Government

    Local Government

    Contribute to local government, where every role supports community growth and wellbeing. Accessible pathways welcome all strengths, with a focus on real local impact.

  • Manufacturing

    Manufacturing

    Discover manufacturing careers, where practical skills and attention to detail drive innovation. Accessible roles support local industry and sustainable production.

  • Marine and Maritime

    Marine and Maritime

    Explore the marine & maritime industry, offering unique opportunities for teamwork, problem-solving, and adventure. Roles support local economies and environmental stewardship.

  • Mining and Extraction

    Mining and Extraction

    Join mining & extraction, where safety, teamwork, and adaptability are key. Accessible roles contribute to local industry while supporting responsible resource management.

  • Non-Profit Organisations and Charities

    Non-Profit Organisations and Charities

    Make a difference in non-profit organisations, where passion and purpose lead the way. Accessible roles focus on community support, advocacy, and real local impact.

  • Real Estate and Property Development

    Real Estate and Property Development

    Find your fit in real estate & property development, where communication, organisation, and negotiation skills are valued. Accessible roles support local housing and community projects.

  • Retail and Consumer Goods

    Retail and Consumer Goods

    Build your career in retail & consumer goods, where people skills and adaptability shine. Accessible opportunities support local businesses and drive community connections.

  • Social Care

    Social Care

    Support others in social care, where empathy and resilience are essential. Accessible roles help improve lives and strengthen community networks.

  • Sports and Leisure

    Sports and Leisure

    Get active in sports & leisure, where teamwork, motivation, and leadership are celebrated. Accessible roles range from coaching to management, all supporting local wellbeing.

  • Sustainability

    Sustainability

    Drive positive change in sustainability, focusing on environmental impact and ethical growth. Accessible roles help local communities thrive while protecting the planet.

  • Telecommunications

    Telecommunications

    Connect communities in telecommunications, where problem-solving and adaptability are key. Accessible roles support local networks and digital inclusion.

  • Transport and Logistics

    Transport and Logistics

    Keep things moving in transportation & logistics, where organisation and teamwork matter. Accessible roles help local businesses deliver goods and services efficiently.

  • Utilities

    Utilities

    Join the utilities sector, where reliability and practical skills keep communities running smoothly. Accessible opportunities support local infrastructure and essential services.

  • Weddings and Events

    Weddings and Events

    Create memorable experiences in weddings & events. This industry values organisation, creativity, and people skills, with accessible roles supporting local celebrations.

  • Wholesale Trade

    Wholesale Trade

    Support local economies in wholesale trade, where negotiation, logistics, and relationship-building are key. Accessible roles connect producers and retailers across your region.