Lidl Northern Ireland employees across the retailer’s 43-strong store network and regional distribution centre in Nutt’s Corner will see an annual uplift in pay averaging 3%, or an additional £825 in take home pay per employee per year on average.
Lidl Northern Ireland today announced a new investment of more than £1 million in pay increases, with all employees in Northern Ireland benefitting from the increase, which will take effect on 1st March 2025. It means that Lidl Northern Ireland store and warehouse employees will see their hourly rate rise from £12.05 to £12.40
Since 2022, Lidl has invested more than £8 million in pay rises for local employees, with employees benefitting from an approximate 23.5% cumulative increase, or an average £1,600 in additional take home pay, during the height of the cost-of-living crisis.
Maeve McCleane, Chief People Officer at Lidl Ireland and Northern Ireland, said the move demonstrated the supermarket’s appreciation of its dedicated and hard-working workforce.
“Our commitment to customers is to offer them the best value in the market, and we also want to do this for our people, who are central to our ability to deliver on that promise.
“By investing an additional £1 million in pay rises we can positively impact every employee in the business by making Lidl the highest paying supermarket in Northern Ireland. Retail revolves around people, which is why we continue to prioritise ours.”
Lidl Northern Ireland employs more than 1,400 people across its growing network of 43 regional stores, as well as its regional distribution centre in Nutt’s Corner.
Northern Ireland’s fastest-growing supermarket recently celebrated 25 years of growth in the region, with more new stores in the pipeline for 2025 and a growing network of local suppliers.
Last year, leading social enterprise NOW Group named Lidl Northern Ireland as its ‘Academy Partner of the Year’ in recognition of its work in supporting people with autism and learning difficulties into retail careers. In 2025, Lidl Northern Ireland was recognised as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute for a fifth consecutive year. The only retailer in the region to receive the accreditation, Lidl Northern Ireland was recognised for its dedication to a better world of work, exhibited through excellent HR policies and people practices, particularly around diversity and inclusion.
Lidl Northern Ireland is currently the highest paying supermarket in the region and continues to support employees with the best compensation and benefits packages in the industry as well as creating an environment where their colleagues’ holistic needs are prioritised.
The retailer is well known for its industry-leading initiatives designed to ensure employees wellbeing is top of mind. Current employee benefits provided by Lidl Northern Ireland include:
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave: Lidl Northern Ireland is the only supermarket to offer paid maternity as well as paternity leave to all employees.
Paid Fertility Leave: In April 2022, Lidl announced the introduction of Fertility Leave for Lidl employees who are undergoing IVF fertility treatments. These employees are offered two days at full pay per cycle, regardless of length of service. There is no limit to the number of cycles for which employees can avail of the policy.
Carer’s Leave: Paid leave for those who are caring for a family member as well as dedicated supports including one-to-one clinics for family carers who feel they are struggling to balance caring responsibilities and work commitments.
Removal of Mandatory Retirement Age: Lidl became the first large employer to support employees who wish to work past the age of 65 by removing the mandatory retirement age of 65 from contracts.
Compassionate Leave for Early Pregnancy Loss and Miscarriage: Lidl became the first company across the region to extend its Compassionate Leave policy to include three days at full pay to all employees who have experienced or been affected by early pregnancy loss and miscarriage. This extends to all employees, regardless of gender, including those with a surrogate mother.
Supports for employees who have experienced domestic violence: Lidl supports its employees experiencing, or at risk of, domestic abuse by offering ten days paid leave.
Menopause Supports: Lidl launched a support guide for employees and line managers to better understand the impact menopause can have on an individual, in partnership with The Menopause Hub. This includes expert advice and pay for a consultation for the employee.
Employee Assistance Programme: A free, confidential counselling service is offered by Lidl to employees. It offers support to Lidl employees and their families by providing immediate help and guidance in managing whatever work or personal issues they are facing.
For more information on the roles available and Lidl Northern Ireland, and to apply, visit https://jobs.lidl-ni.co.uk/