M&S Launches Recruitment Drive for 11,000 Festive Roles Ahead of Christmas
Spread the word
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced the launch of its annual festive recruitment drive, aiming to fill 11,000 temporary positions across the UK as the busy Christmas season approaches. The high street retailer is gearing up for one of its most important periods, bringing in additional staff to ensure it can meet the increased demand and deliver a seamless shopping experience for its customers.
The roles, which will be spread across M&S stores nationwide, offer a range of flexible working patterns, making them ideal for individuals seeking part-time work or additional income during the holiday season. Sacha Berendji, M&S’s Operations Director, emphasised the importance of the recruitment push, highlighting how crucial seasonal colleagues are to the company’s success during the festive period.
“Our fantastic store colleagues play such a big part in delivering the magic of M&S at Christmas to our customers,” Berendji said. “This year, we’re recruiting even more colleagues to ensure we’re closer to customers and can provide the exceptional service they expect from us at this special time of year.”
The festive season at M&S is known to be an exciting and dynamic period, with no two days being the same. Many of the seasonal roles provide an opportunity for employees to experience the vibrant atmosphere of working at one of Britain’s most iconic retailers during its busiest time.
Berendji also pointed out that for many, a Christmas job at M&S can be the start of a longer career with the company. “Many colleagues started their M&S careers at Christmas and after the festive period were invited to go onto our Stepping Into Team Manager programme,” he explained. This programme offers opportunities for growth and development within the company, showing how seasonal work at M&S can lead to permanent positions for those interested in pursuing a career in retail.
M&S’s recruitment drive comes at a time when the company is focused on ensuring that its stores remain fully staffed and ready to meet the needs of its customers during the peak trading period. The additional staff will help ensure that everything from stocking shelves to customer service runs smoothly, allowing M&S to deliver on its promise of a magical Christmas shopping experience.
The roles being offered span a wide variety of functions within M&S stores, from customer service assistants to stockroom workers, all of which play a vital role in keeping the Christmas spirit alive for shoppers. With flexible hours available, M&S aims to attract a diverse pool of applicants, from students to parents and retirees looking for extra income during the holidays.
For those interested in joining the M&S team this Christmas, applications can be made through the company’s careers website, where potential candidates can explore the range of roles available and find a position that suits their skills and schedule.
The recruitment drive not only reflects the retailer’s commitment to delivering exceptional service during its busiest time but also presents an opportunity for individuals to become part of something special this holiday season. Whether for a short-term role or a gateway into a longer career, M&S’s festive recruitment offers a chance to be a part of the excitement and help bring the magic of Christmas to life for customers across the country.
Find a local job