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  • #In Store  
  • #Inclusion & Diversity

Graeme and George on love, visibility and feeling supported

As part of our Pride Month series, we spoke to George and Graeme, a married couple who work in neighbouring M&S stores. They share how they met, what Pride means to them, and why feeling supported and accepted at work makes a real difference.

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  • #In Store 
  • #Career Development

M&S Newport colleague celebrates 60 white Christmases

Liz Osborne, a shining star at our Newport store, is ringing in her 60th Christmas with M&S

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  • #In Store 
  • #Inclusion & Diversity 
  • #Career Development

20 years of Marks & Start: Umay's story

Umay Nadeem from our Pudsey store shares her experience of Marks & Start and how the programme helped her find her confidence.

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  • #In Store 
  • #Early Careers 
  • #Career Development

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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  • #Clothing, Home & Beauty 
  • #Early Careers 
  • #Direct Entry

Chase your passion: How Anthony Pavlou found his calling at M&S

If you’ve just received your exam results and are unsure about your next step, a role in Buying at M&S could be the perfect opportunity to kickstart your fashion career. Buying Admin Assistants (BAAs) are integral to product development, combining creative flair with essential organisational and administrative skills.

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  • #Supply Chain & Logistic 
  • #Career Development

Building a Career in Logistics: Uchenna Umeh’s Journey from Intern to Analyst at M&S

Uchenna Umeh joined M&S through the 10K Black Interns programme in 2023, bringing with him a passion for data and a strong desire to make an impact at M&S. Now progressing in his career as a Process Solutions Analyst, Uchenna reflects on his journey, the support he’s received, and how M&S has given him opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

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