Sign up for job alertsTech, data and digital at Co-op
Our tech, data and digital teams help to drive co-operation. Whether it's through the systems that connect our colleagues, the insights that underpin our strategy, or the platforms where we engage with our members and customers – these teams have a vital role to play in delivering our Co-op purpose. Careers in our tech, data and digital teams are many and varied. From technical disciplines like software, platform and data engineering, to enterprise architecture, information security and the wide range of roles comprised in multi-disciplinary agile delivery teams. What connects them all is a focus on innovation, collaboration and personal development.
Technology opportunities
Our tech teams deliver the technology that powers our Co-op. We empower our tech colleagues and partners to deliver products and services that meet the needs of their users, and drive commercial and community benefits.
Our tech colleagues are part of a truly co-operative team. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of practice in your chosen discipline – coming together regularly to share best practices and create new knowledge.
Here you’ll find opportunities in information security; engineering; enterprise architecture and design; enterprise services, and platforms and business partnering. Click below to find out more about how you could build a career in one of our tech teams.
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Data opportunities
Our data teams work in multifunctional squads, bringing together different capabilities and skill sets. We aim to build a culture of continuous learning and innovation, and we support our colleagues in their development, training and professional accreditation.
We’re creating a new centre of excellence for data. Together we'll help Co-op to get more from our data so that we can provide greater value to members, customers, colleagues and communities.
Here you’ll find opportunities in data Engineering; data science; analytics; insight; data governance and business intelligence. Click below to find out more about how you could build a career in one of our data teams.
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Digital opportunities
The Co-op digital team delivers digital products and services which create value for our colleagues, members, customers and communities. We work in an agile way, and we’re user centred and responsive to change.
Our digital colleagues are part of a truly co-operative team. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of practice in your chosen discipline – coming together regularly to share best practices and create new knowledge.
We regularly recruit designers, delivery managers, product managers and business analysts. Click below to find out more about how you could build a career in one of our digital teams.
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Why Co-op?
- You’ll do work that matters – Co-op is an organisation with a clear ethical purpose: we co-operate for a fairer world, and all our colleagues have a role to play in helping to achieve this goal
- You’ll have opportunities to learn and grow – we’ll support your career progression through structured career conversations, plus access to lots of internal opportunities and learning resources
- You’ll be part of co-operative team – collaboration is at the heart of our ways of working, and communities of practice in our tech, data and digital teams help colleagues work together effectively
- You’ll achieve good work/life balance – we’re committed to flexible working, and we’re building a hybrid working policy for our colleagues that prioritises safety, wellbeing and collaboration
- We’ll encourage you to be yourself – we’re passionate about diversity and inclusion: we celebrate our differences, and we’re striving to make Co-op a place where all colleagues feel at home
Our stories
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Seasonal stores are an exciting place to build a career Thomas explains what it's like working in one of our seasonal stores -
Why it's an exciting time to join us in London Learn more about our exciting ventures in London and why it's a great place to build a career. -
I feel the caring spirit of Co-op every day, in and out of work Roan explains how he feels supported in and outside of work by his Co-op colleagues -
Marcela from Co-op logistics Marcela, from our logistics team, explains how she is empowered to always develop herself. -
Sophie from Co-op Property Find out about how Sophie found her passion for property at Co-op -
Retail Management careers at Co-op This is your chance improve your skills in a retail management role unlike any other. At Co-op, you’ll get a sense of purpose you might not find in other retail manager roles. -
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. -
How Sue found the perfect work-life balance at 60 Member Pioneer Coordinator, Sue, talks about her role helping the community. -
Careers in Customer Service At the Co-op, we do retail differently.
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I’m really excited for the next phase of our journey Learn more about what Harriet's team is working on. -
Making work experience work both ways Emma explains how we can benefit from work experience placements -
Why I love being an LGBT+ ally Amanda explains what she loves about her role as an Inclusion Advisor. -
I only ever wanted to work for an ethical business Fairtrade has been a life long passion for Sarah from our food policy team. -
Eram's Story Learn more about one of our four colleague diversity networks. -
Why I chose Manchester Eve from our Resourcing Team shares her insights and career journey with us. -
Protecting our colleagues, systems and data Andrew is working with the business to guide and educate our colleagues on the importance of information security. -
Co-op Funeral Director Annabel Annabel, Funeral Director, explains her pride of working for an organisation that puts families in need before profits. -
Why Cara moved up north for a career at the Co-op Learn more about Cara's role in our Digital Team. -
Carmelo's story Learn more about one of our Area Managers, Carmelo. -
I love that Co-op values people, and always does the right thing Debbie, Social Media Specialist, explains how she feels proud to work for a business that puts people first and always strives to do the right thing.
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Helping the business to support communities Learn more about working in our Procurement Team. -
My quick progression through on the job learning Learn more about Lakota's journey from Customer Team Member to Store Manager -
Avonmouth warehouse opportunities Learn more about working at our Avonmouth depot. -
Lea Green open day Find out more about working at our Lea Green depot
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I can be myself at work Learn more about how Yasmin feels supported and proud of our Co-op difference. -
Cameron's Story We welcomed former Thomas Cook employee, Cameron, to our team last month. -
Daniel's Story Learn more about Daniel's journey with his stutter. -
Emily's Story Store Manager, Emily, has made a big impact on her career, colleagues and community since joining us. -
Luke's Story Luke has spent his whole career at the Co-op. Learn more about his move from store to support centre. -
5 reasons why our Member Pioneers are local heroes Thank you to our Member Pioneers for the incredible ways they're supporting their communities. -
We’re looking for Inclusion Managers to help us build a more inclusive culture Rachael, our Head of Inclusion, talks about our priorities for the year. -
Welcoming apprentices to our award-winning contact centre We're launching a customer service apprenticeship. Matt explains what it's like being part of the team. -
How we’ve adapted our culture during lockdown Learn how our digital team has adapted to remote working and their "it's ok to..." lockdown commandments. -
Becoming part of a new community Find out what it's like opening up one of our new stores. -
Our first robotics process apprenticeship Learn more about what it's like being part of our robotics process automation team. -
Building a lifelong career Team Leader, Rohit, explains why he plans to build a lifelong career with us. -
Becoming a Class 2 Driver Apprentice Hear more about Aron's Co-op journey from warehouse operative to driver apprentice. -
Co-op's commitment to the community remains strong Karen has seen a lot change since she started with the Co-op 33 years ago. One thing that has remained the same is Co-op's commitment to local communities. -
From Warehouse Operative to Driver Learn more about Bianca's journey from warehouse to wheels. -
Campaigning on modern slavery Namratta looks back at the history of slave trade and how Co-op is campaigning on modern slavery. -
Switching to a career in digital is the best decision I ever made After a 20-year career working with content, Rachel Machin explains how she found her dream job in Co-op's digital team. -
Retail Seasonal Jobs Come join Co-op as a Customer Assistant and have a summer job to remember -
From Pub to Store Manager Hayley joined us after losing her job during the pandemic. She's now training to be a Store Manager. -
An unexpected career change From Spanish Teacher to Customer Team Member. Learn more about Peggy's career change during the pandemic. -
Overcoming my anxiety to help families when they need it most Liam’s been doing an amazing job supporting families since he joined our Funeralcare team. -
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. -
Flexible working for more family time Our Avonmouth warehouse colleagues explain how Co-op has given them the flexibility to make work fit in with family time. -
I found my calling in Co-op Funeralcare Funeral Director Manny Badyal talks about changing careers and finding a family at Co-op Funeralcare -
Making good things happen Warehouse colleague Adam Anderson talks about supporting local causes and becoming Logistics colleague of the year -
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. -
After 10 years at Co-op, I see more black leaders coming through the ranks Area Manager, Akeem, discusses Black representation in our leadership teams, and how he’s developed his career since joining the team. -
Life on the road as an HGV driver Apprentice driver, Rebecca, shares her journey from Warehouse Operative to HGV Driver. -
Our new Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship Probate Solicitor Mita Kanwar talks about our 2021 solicitor apprenticeship. -
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. -
Biggleswade depot We’re recruiting a new team for our flagship distribution centre in the heart of Bedfordshire. It will be the biggest, most sustainable and high-tech depot in our network. -
Property The property team is responsible for buying, selling and looking after Co-op buildings
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Marketing, Merchandising & Comms Our marketing, merchandising and comms teams shape and deliver our engagements with Co-op customers and colleagues
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Strategy & Transformation The Strategy and Transformation team supports the development of our Co-op strategy and the delivery of a broad, sustainable change agenda
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Our Biggleswade build is really starting to take shape Logistics Manager Tim Ellis shares the progress of our brand-new Biggleswade depot -
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 -
From outer space to Co-op Thérèse Cantwell talks about swapping Astrophysics for Data Science, working as part as a team and learning new skills. Find out what's like being a data scientist at Co-op -
Why working for an LGBT+-friendly organisation matters to me Adam Tracy, Regional Location Analyst, shares why Co-op’s support of LGBT+ colleagues and communities is so important to him. -
Supply Chain & Retail Support Supply Chain and Retail Support teams make sure products are available when our customers need them. -
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. -
Working at Co-op as a parent in lockdown Parvinder Kumar talks about working from home and finding a balance whilst being a parent during lockdown. -
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. -
Levelling up at Co-op Funeralcare Regional Operations Manager, Christine Heslop, talks about progressing in funeralcare and pushing herself to the next level. -
Why we need to talk about disability in the workplace Hear more from the founder of Represent, our colleague diversity network, Carly. -
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. -
My future at Biggleswade Recently appointed Transport Ops Manager, Brad, talks about his vision of the new site at Biggleswade -
Building a culture at Biggleswade we can be proud of Biggleswade's new Depot Operations Manager Debbie, talks about building a culture at the new site and why its so important -
I’ve found a place where I’m accepted for who I am Store Manager, Natasha, talks about her employment journey, and how she feels fully included in her role at Co-op. -
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 -
Advancing diverse talent at Co-op Ru, Inclusion Manager and Chair of the Rise network for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic colleagues, talks about how the Advancing Diverse Talent programme is helping more colleagues thrive. -
From store colleague to Head of IT: My Co-op journey Head of IT Dawn Boardman talks about building a long career as a woman working in tech.
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