About Lidl
Everyone at Lidl brings something unique to the table — but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re passionate, ambitious, and love a challenge.Just like you.
Joining our grad scheme, you’ll learn more than just the ropes. We’ll equip you with the knowledge and skills to go the extra mile and build a successful career. Whether you’re aiming for our head office or leading your own store, the world is truly your oyster.
Kick-start your career, get stuck in and make a real difference with Lidl GB.
About your company, who you are and what you do
You’ve probably heard of us – we’re one of the world’s leading supermarkets with quality products and low prices. But you might not know how we got here.
We’re part of The Schwarz Group, the world’s largest retail group. We operate in 32 countries, have over 376,000 employees, around 12,350 stores and more than 225 warehouses. We stand out from our British competitors, thanks to our fresh take on food retail and commitment to our customers.
Retail Graduate Management Programme
Learn from the best. Then lead the way.
You’re ready to become one of our future leaders. That’s what makes you Lidl like us. Rotating across our stores, warehouses, and regional offices, you’ll build your skills and develop your knowledge to become a retail management professional – with all the perks you deserve.
You’re resilient, driven, and passionate, ready for a huge career change. You’ll also need:
- A 2:2 degree or above in any field. You must have graduated in 2024 or be due to graduate in 2025
- A full UK driving licence by 1st March 2025
- To live – or be ready to relocate – within a commutable distance from your chosen location’s Regional Distribution Centre
- To be legally entitled to work in the UK on a full-time basis
The application window opens in October 2024. Assessments will be held in spring 2025.
You’re unique, like us.
Our Lidl GB vision statement:
“Diversity strengthens Lidl GB. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve, where all colleagues can be themselves.”
At Lidl, we champion our differences. From football fans and chocoholics to single parents and students, we all come from different walks of life, with thousands of stories to share. It’s what makes our teams unique. As part of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, we’ve made a firm commitment to listen and learn from our colleagues so we can see what works and change what doesn’t.
“A good Lidl grad is someone who is not afraid to challenge the status quo. When you get to the grad scheme your opinion really matters. You need to be honest with your opinions and challenge the idea that you need to agree with everybody.”
Madelaine, Lidl grad
“When you start, you enter into mentorship with people that were once in your position, they were graduates themselves. Seeing how far they can go in a short time makes you aspire to do the same thing.”
Madelaine, Lidl grad
