Lidl announces wage increases and 150-job recruitment drive with the 'highest paying supermarket' in Northern Ireland
Lidl Northern Ireland has announced a further investment of over £0.75 million in employee pay in the province.
This builds on the £2.3 million investment announced earlier this year and, according to the company, reinforces its position as the highest paying supermarket retailer in the region.
The targeted investment focuses on deputy store managers and hourly-paid workers. Employees will benefit from an average pay increase of between 2-5%, with hourly-paid staff seeing an uplift in their rate to £13.30.
The increases, which came into effect from May 1, will result in an average additional annual take-home pay of £480 for hourly-paid employees and £710 for deputy store managers.
Since 2022, Lidl NI has invested over £11 million in employee pay rises. A further 1% investment in the retailer’s employee benefits package is planned for later this year.
Gordon Cruikshanks, regional managing director at Lidl NI, said: “Earlier this year, we made a significant investment in pay for all colleagues across our Northern Ireland business. This latest increase reflects our continued focus on ensuring our most customer-facing and operational roles remain among the best rewarded in the market.
“At Lidl Northern Ireland, our people are central to everything we do. We are committed to recognising the contribution of our colleagues through competitive pay and industry-leading benefits, while supporting them in their day-to-day lives.”
Lidl NI employs more than 1,300 people across its network of 44 stores and its Regional Distribution Centre in Nutts Corner, and is currently recruiting for 150 roles across the business.
It has been recognised as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for five consecutive years, and remains the only retailer in the province to receive the accreditation, which Lidl says underlines its commitment to a better world of work through industry-leading pay, benefits and people practices.
The regional managing director went on to say: “We know there is more to value than just pay alone - it’s about creating an environment where our colleagues feel supported, can grow their careers, and are recognised for the role they play in delivering for our customers every day.”