What we stand for

We want to create a business that is good for customers, members, colleagues, the community, our suppliers, the wider world – and you. That is the essence of our business. This is the reason we exist. And this is what makes us so unique and so trusted, respected and successful in the market.

Our commitment to the world around us is deep-rooted. It goes back to our foundation over 150 years ago and it will always be a part of us. But what does it really mean for our customers? For people who live near our stores or supply us with products? What does it mean for our colleagues? And what will it mean for you?

More than you might imagine. We’ve been a champion of important social issues throughout our history, from leading the way in Fairtrade products to helping to tackle climate change. Last year we invested nearly £7 million in communities across the UK; some 12,500 colleagues took part in volunteering; and we continued to support a wide variety of community projects, such as providing 2,600 football kits for junior teams in our local areas.

You will be part of a business that is driven to do the right thing by everyone – from giving great customer service to developing its people, from offering flexible working to providing advice on health and well-being to the young and old. If you share our co-operative spirit, you should be here.