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Employees rate NEXT 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 8,055 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

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Overall, 61% of employees would recommend working at NEXT to a friend. This is based on 8,055 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

How do job seekers rate their interview experience at NEXT?

73% of job seekers rate their interview experience at NEXT as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at NEXT.

How do employees rate the business outlook for NEXT?

48% of employees think that NEXT has a positive business outlook . This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.

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3.5

based on 7,983 ratings

61% would recommend to a friend

Simon Wolfson

61% approve of CEO

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Mission ‘Let's take it on.’ is our North star. It describes the working culture that has got us to where we are and the attitude that will underpin our future successes.

At Next we never underestimate what you can do. Bring your energy, play to your strengths and never shy away from change. Push yourself and back others. Make things happen that will be bigger and better than before.

Description At Next we never underestimate what you can do. Bring your energy, play to your strengths and never shy away from change. Push yourself and back others. Make things happen that will be bigger and better than before.

Working for one of the UK’s biggest retailers is everything you could imagine, and so much more.

Whether you take a role making furniture with our lively warehouse team or join our team of superhuman developers and tech engineers, you’ll be rubbing shoulders with some of the most talented people in the country, who not only work hard but play hard too.

Let's take it on.

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Let's take it on.

'Let's take it on' is our North Star. It describes the working culture that has got us to where we are and the attitude that will underpin our future successes. At NEXT we never underestimate what you can do. Bring your energy, play to your strengths and never shy away from change. Push yourself and back others. Make things happen that will be bigger and better than before.

At Next we have a set of Expectations that brings ‘Let’s take it on.’ to life. They help every department and person at Next discover their potential.

For our customers: always think customer.
Impact: make it happen.
Innovation: push the boundaries.
Respect: we’re all human.
Integrity: keep it real.
Openness: invite collaboration.
Growth: learn to evolve.

Highlights

• NEXT employs over 40,000 people globally

• 44% of NEXT PLC Board directors and 47% of our senior leadership team are female

• Around 19,000 employees participated in Company pension schemes

• Around 9,600 employees held options or awards in over 6.6 million NEXT plc shares

• New Mental Wellbeing programme launched in 2018

Our Approach

To encourage a successful business, it is important to create an environment that enables us to attract and retain the right people to work at every level throughout NEXT.

These are people who are committed to working together and who support our business approach of honesty, respect and encouragement. Our priority is to provide an environment where our workforce is:

• Supported and respected

• Fairly treated and taken care of

• Listened to

• Motivated to achieve their full potential

We are committed to achieving excellence in the areas of health and safety, wellbeing and the protection of our workforce in their working environment. Find out more here.

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In this episode, we sit down with Jo, our Charities Engagement Manager, to discuss the authentic and thoughtful approach to giving at NEXT. With a career spanning 20 years at the business, Jo provides a unique perspective on how we foster a culture of integrity and support. Jo shares how her team of four manages a wide range of initiatives, from local support for hospices in Leicester to international water projects for schools in Sri Lanka. We explore the significance of supporting our own colleagues in their personal fundraising efforts and how we utilise surplus stock to benefit clothing banks and community organisations. Discover how NEXT embraces a "no ego" philosophy, prioritising the needs of the charity and the community to ensure our contributions make a genuine, long term impact. Jo also discusses how the team is evolving, using new tools to handle administrative tasks so they can focus on what matters most connecting with and supporting people. Watch the full episode to hear more about Jo’s journey and the incredible work being done across our global communities....Show more

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The Impact of Genuine Community Support

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Ever wondered what it takes to run the iconic NEXT sale? Go behind the scenes with a Store Manager to discover the energy and expertise behind the buzz. In this episode we join Nikki, a Store Manager with over 30 years of experience, to explore the reality of the busiest day in retail. From the initial 5:00am floor walk to managing live sales data and helping with customer collections, we see how the team takes it on to deliver a great experience. This video is thoughtfully made to show the craftsmanship and passion our retail teams pour into every detail. Whether it is sorting stock or serving at the till, the energy is electric but the focus remains on being professional and helpful....Show more

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Spend A Day Inside the Iconic NEXT Sale!

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After 22 years at NEXT, Claire is finally heading to her first NEXT retail conference! Join one of our Store Managers, Claire, in Birmingham to discover the latest products coming to a NEXT store near you. From flying down from Glasgow to hearing an inspiring speech from our CEO, this day is all about the people and products that shape NEXT. We take a specialist look at our global brands and the new trends arriving in menswear and womenswear later this year....Show more

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Day In The Life at The NEXT Retail Conference

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Ever wondered how your order gets to you so quickly? Go behind the scenes with host Nathan in our latest video to see if he can spend a day in the life of a Transport Team Manager at our largest warehouse complex in the UK! Join us as we explore the massive E3 complex, which handles over a million items every single day. We'll dive into the 24/7 operation, meet the transport team, and learn about the logistics that power the NEXT customer promise. From morning reports and fleet tracking to health and safety checks in the yard, you'll see what it takes to keep things moving. Plus, get a first-hand look inside one of our brand-new lorries and discover the technology our drivers use on the road. ...Show more

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Spend A Day As A Transport Manager for NEXT

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Ready to take it on? In this ultimate retail showdown, two NEXT store members, Michelle and Penny, go head-to-head in a Christmas Challenge! We set them 9 surprise retail tasks—from restocking bestsellers and styling Christmas jumpers to adding new lines and selling Hamish products—all while carrying out their normal daily duties. The person who completes the most challenges wins the title! Watch to see how our incredible Sales Managers handle the pressure, prove their passion for retail, and reveal the secrets to great customer service during the festive season!...Show more

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NEXT Retail Christmas Challenge! Who Will Win!?

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NEXT has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 7,983 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The NEXT employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail and wholesale industry (3.4 stars).

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3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.4

Work/Life balance

3.3

Culture & values

3.2

Senior management

3.2

Career opportunities

3.1

Compensation and benefits

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