Lidl GB has secured a prestigious double accolade, being named a 'Top Employer' for 2026 and receiving the coveted Enterprise Seal in a major announcement for the UK supermarket sector.
A Recognition of High Standards
The awards were confirmed on Thursday, January 16, 2026. The Enterprise Seal specifically validates the discounter's consistently high standards and quality processes for human resources management at an international level across 31 countries where it operates.
Stephanie Rogers, Chief People Officer at Lidl GB, stated that the Top Employer award confirms the company's high-quality standards as an employer. "This recognition makes us proud and we view it as a promise," she said. "Every day, we give our all to create an environment in which our employees can grow, develop their skills and reach new heights together with us."
Rogers emphasised that employees are the foundation of Lidl's success, attributing the positive customer shopping experience directly to their passion and performance.
Outstanding Results in Key HR Areas
The Top Employers Institute uses detailed criteria to assess companies across a range of HR dimensions. Lidl was noted for producing outstanding results once again in several key areas:
- Talent Acquisition
- Onboarding
- Learning
- Employer Branding
- Integrity
The company showed significant improvement, particularly in the Onboarding area. The process ensures new employees are given a stable foundation from day one, enabling them to reach their performance potential and achieve long-term success. This structured approach underscores that successful career paths at Lidl are the result of professional frameworks, not chance.
Leadership Praise for Transformative Practices
Adrian Seligman, CEO of the Top Employers Institute, commented on the certification. He said it clearly demonstrates Lidl GB's determination to create a first-class working environment that delivers sustainable performance for the business.
"Combined with the consistent focus on continuous improvement, the tight integration of HR strategy and corporate objectives show just how effective their transformative practices are," Seligman stated. He expressed pride in presenting the award, noting Lidl's important contribution to improving the working world in Great Britain.
This achievement places Lidl among the leading employers nationally, setting a benchmark in the competitive grocery market where it rivals chains like Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, and Morrisons.
