Lidl

With more than 35,000 employees across England, Scotland and Wales, Lidl UNITED KINGDOM runs over 1,000 discount supermarkets and 13 regional distribution centres, including in London, Glasgow and Manchester.

Lidl Reviews: What Employees Say

On review platforms and online forums, employees at Lidl often appreciate fair pay, friendly colleagues and opportunities to progress. Some say busy shifts can feel repetitive or demanding, suggesting workload and variety could be improved.

Lidl Salaries: Freshers & Experienced

Lidl salary information for UNITED KINGDOM includes hourly pay of £13.00 outside the M25 and £14.35 within it for entry-level store and warehouse roles from September 2025; a current London Customer Assistant listing offers £14.80–£15.30 per hour.

• Customer Assistant, outside M25: £13.00 per hour (entry rate)
• Customer Assistant, London: £14.80–£15.30 per hour

Pay varies by location, role and shift, with extra rates advertised for nights and bank holidays. Benefits include 30–35 days’ holiday, 10% in-store discount, contributory pension.

Lidl Interview Process & Questions

Lidl UNITED KINGDOM says candidates attend one or two interviews; it does not publish a standard total process duration. Lidl interview questions assess relevant skills, experience, motivation and situational judgement, so prepare real examples and expect questions about how you would handle work situations.

FAQ

Is Lidl good for freshers? Entry-level store roles require no prior experience, and Lidl says it considers applicants’ skills and potential.

Does Lidl offer work from home? Store and warehouse roles are location-based; working arrangements depend on the specific job.