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Interested in retail? Spend a week with us on our Head Office Work Experience and see how a national business runs behind the scenes.
The team:
Our Recruitment team are the matchmakers of the business. We’re responsible for finding the right people with the right attitude to join our team. You’ll get a front-row seat to how we attract candidates, from creating eye-catching job adverts to helping coordinate the interview process. It’s a fast-paced, people-focused role where you’ll see exactly what it takes to build a diverse and talented workforce for a major national retailer.
You'll learn:
The "behind-the-scenes" of the hiring journey, from a job opening to an offer.
How we use our brand and values to attract the best talent in the market.
Hands-on experience in how we review applications and support managers in finding their next great hire.
What you’ll do:
Attend our monthly Recruitment meeting which will give you insight of all the activities and projects which happen in our team
Visit our local Watford store
Spend time with different members of our team across our Operations and Support Centre recruitment, learning about how we recruit for different roles within Wickes
Who we’re looking for:
What matters most to us is your positive attitude and potential. And you’d need the following:
Be 16 years or over
A positive energy and you like a fast-paced environment!
You’re curious about how business works
You’ve got good communication skills
What we offer:
Our work experience is a voluntary placement focused on your personal development. While there is no salary, we’ll cover for your lunch and travel each day.
Our recruitment process
Apply: Upload your CV and tell us why you’re interested in joining Wickes.
Interview: A short online chat during the week commencing 18 May so we get to know each other better.
Start of your work experience: join us for an action-packed week from Monday 6 to Friday 10 July 2026.
About Wickes
What we’re most proud of is our culture. We’re inclusive, supportive and down-to-earth, with a strong sense of teamwork and shared ambition. At Wickes, you can be yourself, ask questions and grow at your own pace
We're a multi-channel home improvement retailer. We generate £1.6bn+ in revenue, operating across 230 stores and online, and supported by over 8000 colleagues.
You'll be a great fit at Wickes if:
You like working with people
You're happy to help even if it isn't your job
Enjoy working in a team
Watch the video and find out more about inclusion at Wickes
Wickes culture
Wickes’ culture is considered its best kept secret. Explore our values below.
Let’s attract and nurture the very best talent at all levels
Let’s commit to always supporting a culture that reflects our vision and Winning Behaviours
We want to provide you with more choice, helping drive engagement and ultimately creating a great place to work.
Let’s embrace the vast range of cultures and experiences within our company
Let’s harness the fresh thinking and passion this rich diversity brings to our workplace every single day
Let’s continue to treat everyone fairly and equally, regardless of his or her status
Let’s attract and nurture the very best talent at all levels
Let’s commit to always supporting a culture that reflects our vision and Winning Behaviours
We want to provide you with more choice, helping drive engagement and ultimately creating a great place to work.
Let’s embrace the vast range of cultures and experiences within our company
Let’s harness the fresh thinking and passion this rich diversity brings to our workplace every single day
Let’s continue to treat everyone fairly and equally, regardless of his or her status
