Lidl

Lidl Graduate Scheme 2025

Company Company profile

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.

With over 960 stores nationwide, 14 regional distribution centres, and a state-of-the-art Head Office in South-West London, we’re big in more ways than one.

We opened our first Lidl GB doors in 1994 - and we’re still growing. Lidl GB is now home to:

  • Over 32,000 colleagues
  • In more than 960 stores
  • With around 2,000 products

Our opportunities are nationwide. With plenty of avenues for you to take, the possibilities are endless.

If you want to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in, then you’ll go the distance – regardless of your background. Simply apply online and show us your enthusiasm in your interview.

Case studies

  • Name: Mark
  • Role: Lidl Grad

“My graduate programme is challenging but fun. There are real opportunities to expand my knowledge in all sorts of areas of the business and it has given me an insight into how a large-scale organisation operates.”

  • Name: Tara
  • Role: Lidl Grad

“I would describe the graduate programme as a once in a lifetime experience. I’ve been given so much responsibility – I’m already running a store. It’s really tough but I absolutely love it.”

  • Name: Sumedh
  • Role: Lidl Grad

“The graduate programme is challenging but also rewarding. You can apply your knowledge and get experience in different departments and build relationships with people.”