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  • #In Store  
  • #Early Careers  
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Gen: Adapt – Georgina’s story

Georgina's journey into retail wasn’t planned, but after taking a temporary role at M&S during her gap year, she found herself drawn to the high-energy environment. Now a Café Team Manager, Georgina shares how the M&S Retail Leaders School Leaver Programme has helped her discover her potential and build a rewarding career.

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  • #Early Careers 
  • #Career Development

National Apprenticeships Week 2023

This National Apprenticeship Week we're sharing stories from our colleagues who are working towards or have completed apprenticeships with M&S. Entry-level apprenticeships offer the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career and we are also using staff apprenticeships to elevate career development. 

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  • #Food 
  • #Support Functions

Meet Head of Food Marketing, Andy

We spoke to Andy, Head of Food Marketing, to learn more about his role, why he originally applied for a role at M&S and why M&S is the best business to work for as a marketeer.

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  • #Career Development

What is the M&S RISE programme?

Watch this short video produced by our RISE delegates to hear from colleagues across the business about the two year, fast-track programme for our colleagues in stores and why it’s important for our business.

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  • #Clothing, Home & Beauty 
  • #Support Functions

Meet Assistant Knitwear Technologist, Sophie

In 2023 Assistant Knitwear Technologist, Sophie, was recognised in Drapers 30 under to 30 celebrating rising stars in the fashion retail industry. We spoke to Sophie to find out more about her career.

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  • #In Store 
  • #Career Development

Building flexibility into a career in retail

Head of HR, Katie Shaw, shares her thoughts on how we are building flexibility into our Retail Management roles through our newly launched initiative, Worklife.

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