Aldi is set to create more than 1,100 new store roles this year as it invests over £370m in the opening of 40 new shops across the UK.
The retailer said the new jobs will include a mix of full-time and part-time positions, spanning store assistants, cleaners and store managers.
The recruitment drive comes as Aldi continues its rapid UK expansion. The supermarket currently operates more than 1,080 stores nationwide and has steadily increased its footprint as it competes with established rivals in the grocery market.
Last month, the retailer also confirmed it will increase pay rates for store staff for the second time since the start of the year, with the latest rise due to take effect in April. In a statement, the supermarket claimed that it is now the “highest paying supermarket” in the UK.
From April 1 2026, Store Assistants will earn £13.50 per hour nationally and £14.88 inside the M25. These rates rise to £14.47 and £15.20 respectively based on length of service.
Kelly Stokes, recruitment director at Aldi UK, said the expansion will open up career opportunities for people across the country.
“We want to encourage more people across the UK to consider a career in retail, starting with high-quality training and development that gives people the skills and confidence to succeed,” she said.
“As we open more stores, we’re creating more opportunities for people to start to build rewarding careers with Aldi.
“With market-leading pay, clear progression routes and ongoing support, we’re helping more people grow in retail while bringing Aldi’s award-winning, affordable products to more local communities.”
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