Lidl announces third pay rise in 12 months
Across the country, hourly-paid workers will receive £12.40, while in London employees will see their pay rise to £13.65
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Lidl GB has announced that it is increasing pay for hourly-paid workers to a minimum of £12.40 across the country, up from £12.
In London, employees will see entry level pay rise to £13.65, up from £13.55. The new base rates equal “the best hourly pay” in the sector and will ensure that the discounter continues to reward workers with industry-leading pay.
The latest move represents an investment of over £2.5m, following a £37m investment in March 2024, as well as an £8m raise in September 2023, bringing the total investment in pay over the past 12 months to nearly £50m.
Lidl GB’s hourly pay rates for employees also increase with length of service, with pay reaching £13 nationally and £14 within London. These top rates are the highest hourly pay amounts in the industry.
The investment follows record trading and market share gains over the Spring period, with Lidl’s market share now standing at a record 8%.
Ryan McDonnell, CEO at Lidl GB, said: “As we continue to expand, we are welcoming more customers and attracting more colleagues into the business every day. It’s absolutely right, therefore, that we continue to offer industry-leading pay”.
Stephanie Rogers, chief human resources officer at Lidl GB, added: “The critical role that our colleagues play in driving our growth is always front of mind for us, which is why we’re committed to offering extremely competitive pay alongside a raft of other benefits. We want to continue to support and strengthen the teams that run our stores and warehouses every day, whilst attracting the best new talent. This latest investment helps us to do just that”.
