Lidl Northern Ireland announces £2.3 million investment in colleague pay increases impacting full workforce across the region

Lidl Northern Ireland today announced a £2.3 million investment in employee pay increases for its workforce in the region. All employees will feel the benefit of this increase in their wages, with the increase effective from 1^st March. It means that Lidl Northern Ireland store and warehouse employees will see their hourly rate rise from £12.40 to £12.80. 

Since 2022, Lidl has invested more than £10.8 million in pay rises for employees in Northern Ireland, with employees benefitting from an approximate 27.5% cumulative increase, or an average £6,500 in additional take home pay during the height of the cost-of-living crisis. 

This latest investment will see all of Lidl’s 1,300 employees in Northern Ireland benefitting from an average increase of 4% to their ‘Total Rewards’ package. Consisting of a 3% increase to salaries, equal to, on average, £930 per employee per annum and the remainder contributed to industry-leading benefits including pension funds, private healthcare and personal insurance to safeguard employees at every life stage. 

Lidl continues to expand its presence in Northern Ireland, opening new stores and creating jobs across the region. As the business continues to grow with a £150 million expansion investment over three years announced in 2024, rewarding colleagues fairly remains central to its approach as a responsible employer, recognising that its growth plans depend on the dedication of those who deliver every day.

Commenting on the announcement, Maeve McCleane, Chief People Officer at Lidl Ireland & Northern Ireland said:

“At Lidl, we believe that supporting our colleagues is the foundation of our success. Today, we are delighted to announce a £2.3 million commitment to enhancing salaries, hourly paid and total reward packages for our entire workforce throughout Northern Ireland. While the economic climate remains a challenge, our focus is on a holistic approach to employee compensation, balancing immediate salary growth with long-term lifestyle benefits providing more than just competitive pay; we are building a comprehensive support system that benefits every single individual. This is our way of saying a sincere thank you for our colleague’s central role in driving Lidl’s success.”

Named Employer of the Year at the Business Eye Awards 2025 and a certified Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute for the sixth year running, the Top Employer accreditation is a globally recognised and highly sought-after certification which showcases an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work, exhibited through excellent HR policies and people practices.

Lidl Northern Ireland continues to lead the retail sector with a comprehensive suite of industry-first benefits and supports, including paid maternity, paternity, fertility, and carers leave. By removing the mandatory retirement age and providing dedicated supports for miscarriage, domestic abuse and family carers, the retailer reaffirms its commitment to an inclusive, family-friendly workplace. 

In addition, Lidl became the first company on the island of Ireland to achieve Gold Level Menopause Workplace Excellence Accreditation from The Menopause Hub Academy.

For more information on the roles available and Lidl Northern Ireland please visit https://jobs.lidl-ni.co.uk/ 

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