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Why I love being a property apprentice Learn more about Rebecca's first couple of months as a Co-op apprentice. -
Making work experience work both ways Emma explains how we can benefit from work experience placements
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An apprenticeship helped kick-start my career at Co-op Micro Space Planner, Lakota, shares how a level 3 apprenticeship gave her the skills she needed to build a successful career at Co-op.
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Careers in Customer Service At the Co-op, we do retail differently.
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I can’t believe how much experience I’ve gained in the past year Carolyn, IT Project Manager explains how her career has developed over the past year while at Co-op thanks to exciting projects and supportive mentors.
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Becoming part of a new community Find out what it's like opening up one of our new stores.
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Building a lifelong career Team Leader, Rohit, explains why he plans to build a lifelong career with us.
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We’re proud to partner with BYP as we aim to make some really important changes in our business Learn more about our new partnership with the Black Young Professionals Network.
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I found my calling in Co-op Funeralcare Funeral Director Manny Badyal talks about changing careers and finding a family at Co-op Funeralcare
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Supporting night shift workers Our colleagues work tirelessly to get our customers the essential items they need. Sarah and Emma share how we're working to support nightshift workers with emotional and mental wellbeing.
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Our Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship Probate Solicitor Mita Kanwar talks about our solicitor apprenticeship.
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Study or work? As an apprentice I don’t have to choose Amy-Louise Arthur talks about how her time at the Co-op Academy in north Manchester led her to become an apprentice in our Property team.
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Coding for Co-op Dr Helen Johnson talks about working in data science, personal development and mentoring and empowering women to work on tech. Learn more about working in data at Co-op
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At Co-op, no two days are the same, and it’s so fulfilling to help people who need support. Learn more about how Megan and Magdelena's experience of working in the Legal Services department at Co-op.
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How Co-op is helping people to get jobs in these difficult times Matt Eyre, Candidate Marketing Manager, talks about how Co-op is supporting job seekers with a new employability platform.
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Karens career in Information Security Karen speaks about her early RAF career and how she moved into Info Security
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Working part-time at Co-op as a student From finding his feet as a Customer Team Member to transferring to a different store for university. Learn more about Kellen's Co-op career.
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Levelling up at Co-op Funeralcare Regional Operations Manager, Christine Heslop, talks about progressing in funeralcare and pushing herself to the next level.
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Pushing my boundaries in Co-op Funeralcare Funeral Service Manager, Peter Denys, talks about how he’s challenged himself by taking his career in an unexpected direction.
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Co-op saw my potential, not my disability Customer Team Leader, Jade Hughes, talks about her journey, from diagnosis with a rare brain disorder, to finding a workplace where she can develop her skills and pursue her studies.
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Co-op supports my career and my role as a carer Operating Model Design Lead, Katy Brown, talks about how she’s found a workplace where she can develop her career while caring for her disabled son.
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A day in the life of a Co-op Team Leader Area Manager Simon Taylor reveals what it’s like to be a Team Leader in the retail industry, and explains why things are so different at Co-op
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Life as a QA at Co-op Rich Henderson talks about our engineering community at Co-op and why Quality Analysts have such an important part to play.
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Working at Co-op as a deaf Customer Team Member Ellen shares what it’s like to work with hearing aids and the support she’s experienced at Co-op.
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What it’s like to work in a tourist town Co-op Store Manager Daniel Jerrom explains how a holiday to Cornwall changed his life for good
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An unexpected career change From Spanish Teacher to Customer Team Member. Learn more about Peggy's career change during the pandemic.
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Building an equal future for women in construction Francesca, Construction Manager, shares what she's doing to create a fairer, more inclusive property industry.
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Moving to Co-op Legal Services was the challenge I needed to kick-start my career Jo, Probate Team Leader, shares her journey of making the switch from private practice and what makes Co-op Legal Services different.
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Reaching my potential as a blind colleague Customer Service Advisor, Sania, explains how being blind hasn’t prevented her from building a rewarding career.
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My journey from the Royal Navy to Co-op Andrew Livingstone shares his journey from leaving his career in the Royal Navy and using his transferable skills to become a Project Manager.
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How I grew from a Team Manager into a Project Manager at Co-op Ben Heath talks about how he was able to learn new skills, gain experience and grow his career at Co-op.
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Swapping the police for project management Dominic Orlando talks through his journey from starting his career as a police officer and moving to Co-op as a Project Manager
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Co-op’s flexible approach has opened doors in my career Learning & Development Campaigns Manager Kerry Jary explains how working flexibly has enabled her to build a rewarding career at Co-op.
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Role modelling change as a young, Black leader at Co-op Category Buying Manager, Dwight, talks about blazing a trail for young Black leaders looking to build a career at Co-op.
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The benefits of neurodiversity Store Manager, Lisa, tells us how she’s used her experience of neurodiversity to be effective in her role and support her colleagues.
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Working at Co-op I can balance being a Team Leader while I’m at university Danielle, describes how being a student and a team leader at Co-op will help shape her future career.
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From Debt Caseworker to Legal Case Manager Case Manager, Coral Forshaw, talks about her change of direction and building a rewarding career at Co-op Legal Services.
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As a degree apprentice, the opportunities to improve are endless Assistant Technologist, Caitlin, talks about the freedom and encouragement she’s been given to pursue opportunities during her degree apprenticeship.
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I wouldn't get this level of fulfilment anywhere else Funeral Service Manager, Lorraine Crowe, talks about how she changed industries and built her career at Co-op
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I love being back at work Ceremonial Crew, Andrew Hargreaves, talks about returning to work after taking time out, the support he gets from his team and the culture at Co-op
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How I qualified as a solicitor with Co-op Legal Services Trainee Solicitor, Nathan Smith, shares his career journey from Legal Assistant to Case Manager whilst completing his Legal Practice Course (LPC).
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People don’t realise that we hear a lot of laughter in these types of roles Funeral Director, Steve Barbrooke, talks about how fulfilling his move from Maintenance Manager to Funeralcare has been
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I’ve embalmed thousands of people and do everything within my power to support families Rachel Carline shares how she went from studying fashion to becoming an Embalmer
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Finding an inclusive, collaborative tech environment Software Engineer, Abby, went back to university to start a tech career that allowed her to problem-solve, and soon found the opportunity to work in an inclusive tech environment at Co-op.
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As a Junior Buyer at Co-op, I’m building my career in a growing sector Junior Buyer, Elizabeth, talks about the support and encouragement she’s been given, and how proud she is to be part of an organisation with such strong values.
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The ongoing support and training is exceptional here Michael McCready, Funeral Service Manager, talks about how rewarding a career in Funeralcare can be
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I'd never considered a role in Funeralcare until I saw the level of care that went into a funeral Kenny Russell, Funeral Director, talks about what attracted him to the funeral industry and why his job is so rewarding.
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After 10 years at Co-op Legal Services, I’m still finding opportunities for progression Lead Case Manager, Eva Warrin, shares her career journey throughout 10 years at Co-op Legal Services
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Elevating the diversity and inclusion narrative at Co-op Zahoor Ahmad – Head of Social Mobility, Inclusion and Belonging, explains the value of good diversity and inclusion (D&I) practices and policies, and outlines how Co-op is evolving its D&I vision for the future.
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I can make a difference for Black communities in and outside work Elaine Codrington, Portfolio Operations Manager, talks about her impact as part of the steering group for our Rise colleague network.
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Transforming colleague development at Co-op L&D Campaigns Manager Kerry Jary explains how the Learning & Development team has worked together to create a new development offer that’s tailored to the needs of our Co-op colleagues.
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From the bakery to Local Marketing: My Co-op career journey Yasmin Hewitt, Local Marketing Assistant and Young Members’ Group representative, talks about her Co-op career journey.
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I have great job satisfaction, but I also still have time for myself and my family Ceri Lee, Funeral Arranger from Devon, talks about why she joined Funeralcare after retiring and making a positive difference to families.
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There are a lot of opportunities to strive for - it's not just a job, it's a career Zach Waller, Care Logistics Lead, talks about joining Co-op after leaving school and building a career at Funeralcare
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As a Co-op apprentice, I’m building a great foundation for my future career Former Co-op Academy Manchester student, Jasmine, talks about her journey to becoming a Buying & Merchandising apprentice at Co-op.
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As an apprentice at Co-op, I’ve gained skills that I'll take with me for the rest of my career Apprentice Designer, Precious, talks about how the amazing learning and development opportunities she’s been given, have helped build a great foundation for her future career.
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I don’t need to know what I want to do when I am older – I just need to work at Co-op. Chris Baker, Operations Officer in Co-op’s Digital, Technology and Data function, explains how his ‘squiggly’ career at Co-op has helped him learn more about the business and himself.
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My squiggly career journey has led to a rewarding role at Co-op Legal Services Probate Team Leader, Laura Hatton, shares her career journey working in Insurance and Funeralcare before making the switch to Co-op Legal Services.
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Avonmouth warehouse opportunities Learn more about working at our Avonmouth depot
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Supporting mental health as a psychological first aider Funeral Director Adam Kimche explains how he’s become an advocate for his Funeralcare colleagues and supports their wellbeing in his role as a psychological first aider.
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At Co-op Legal Services I found the flexibility to build a career that’s right for me Hear from Will Writer, Jordan Quibell, about how he found a different way to achieve his dream of a legal career in the Co-op Legal Services estate planning team
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From private practice to perfect work life balance Hear from Saffiya Evans about why she left a partner role in private practice to gain a better work life balance at Co-op Legal Services.
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Working as an Information Security Education Specialist at Co-op Our Information Security Education Specialist, Stephanie, discusses the impact of her role and how she helps to empower colleagues to make our Co-op more digitally secure
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Working as a Data Science Products Lead at Co-op Our Data Science Products Lead, Alex, discusses the impact of his role and how it plays into Co-op’s sustainability pledges and supports local communities
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Accelerate in what you can do – your background is your own unique superpower Social Mobility Day 2024 is focused on Sharing Moments and championing equitable employment opportunities for all. Hear how Mike is using his story to inspire change.
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My apprenticeship gives me the best of both worlds Eddy, our Food Technology Apprentice, shares some of his favourite moments and experiences since joining Co-op - from collaborating with global suppliers to taking part in an unforgettable research trip to Turin with his colleagues!
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An apprenticeship was the best way to achieve my goals "I wouldn't be where I am now without my apprenticeship". Jessica shares how her Level 7 apprenticeship with Co-op has allowed her to achieve her dreams of becoming a qualified Solicitor
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Building a culture at Biggleswade we can be proud of Biggleswade's Depot Operations Manager Debbie, talks about building a culture at the site and why its so important
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Castlewood depot Castlewood depot - one of the larger depots in our network, servicing stores across the Midlands and Yorkshire
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Biggleswade depot Our flagship distribution centre in the heart of Bedfordshire. It's the biggest, most sustainable and environmentally friendly depot in our network.
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My future at Biggleswade Transport Ops Manager, Brad, talks about his vision of the new site at Biggleswade
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Working in Our Stores Across Scotland's Stunning Islands Retail careers in the Scottish Isles offer a unique blend of community connection, scenic beauty, and meaningful engagement with visitors and locals alike.
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Co-op Undergraduate Placements - Food Commercial If you’re passionate about food and keen to kick-start your career, our 12-month work placements provide an amazing opportunity to learn and grow, working alongside industry-leading experts at our Co-op head office in Manchester.
