Hertfordshire Opportunities Portal

A gateway to new skills and career opportunities for people of all ages in Hertfordshire.

About HOP

Established in 2019, HOP brings together careers information, jobs, apprenticeships, and training opportunities in one place.

For students, jobseekers, and career changers

Whether you're planning your future, looking for a new role, or developing new skills, HOP can help you discover:

  • Career pathways and progression routes

  • Local employment opportunities

  • Apprenticeships and work experience

  • Training, professional qualifications, and skills development programmes

For schools and colleges

HOP provides a comprehensive range of Hertfordshire-focused careers resources to support careers education and help young people make informed decisions about their future. Resources include:

  • Local labour market information and employer insights

  • Virtual employer encounters and careers engagement activities

  • Classroom resources based on the Hertfordshire Skills Framework

  • Information on key sectors and career opportunities across the county

For employers and training providers

Through HOP, training providers can raise awareness of their courses and services and learn more about local skills needs. Employers can promote opportunities, showcase careers within their sector, and connect with future talent.

Explore HOP

Support is available

Want to invest in your workforce?

Our Hertfordshire Opportunities team offers free, specialist advice to help your business grow - whether you want to upskill staff, explore apprenticeships, or access funded training programmes.

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Want to grow your talent pipeline?

Through our Careers Hub, employers can engage with students across Hertfordshire, showcase their sector and opportunities, and help shape the future workforce.

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Get in touch

Caroline Cartwright is Head of Skills (Strategy).

Send Caroline an email