What our people say

We have an open and honest culture at JD Williams, and that means that we listen to what our people think and say to us about working here. They tell us that we're a secure company, that's customer focused and that we've built a work place that's sociable and team orientated, and deliver a healthy work/life balance.

They also said that there were great development opportunities and good rewards available, in a really welcoming culture. That's why, 9 out of ten of our people said they would recommend working here to a friend!

We thought you might like to hear more from our people in their own words - so read on to discover what our Head Office, Contact Centre and Logistics teams really think of us.

This is a profitable, Manchester-based company that knows where it's going.

I love my job, I enjoy the team I work with and find it very fulfilling.

Career progression, training and the freedom I am given to go out there and prove myself.

I feel secure in my role, I like the staff I work with, I live close to work and I really like the balance I have between work and home.

I like the job I am doing, as there is always something new to do.

That it is a nice working environment in merchandising with good prospects for people who put in the time and want to go far.

The culture, flexibility and working environment.

Great place to work and job is interesting, stimulating, challenging.

Good opportunities for career progression. Friendly people. Good benefits, stability. Good work life balance.

Job security. Challenge. Work colleagues.

Job satisfaction, job security and the interest and challenge of the business we are in.

I actually love the job! I've had quite a few here, but this is suited to me. Don't tell the boss! Ha

The atmosphere in the office, and more importantly the level of professionalism throughout the company and the feeling of being treated as an equal no matter what position.

I'm well paid for what I do, and I think the work I do is appreciated and valued. I have faith in the future success of the company.

Good location - easy to get to from transport links. Easy to get to the shops. Nice building, but I stay because of the people that I work with.

The friendly atmosphere, the people I work with and I love coming into work.

Great atmosphere, warm, friendly, welcoming, great people, stimulating environment.

The people. My role and the opportunity to progress.

Feel valued and can progress with dept or other dept over time.

I enjoy the job, my colleagues I work with and my hour.

I fully enjoy the role I have. There are no "Monday morning" blues.

The staff I work alongside who are not only colleagues but now also friends, the potential for me to progress up the company ladder which I have already taken one step up and most importantly the buzz.

The people I work with, the location and I enjoy the role I perform.

Part time hours, easy access, central location.

I enjoy my role, my role is varied and challenging, my manager has given me opportunities to develop my skills and is keen to develop them further. The colleagues I work with are all lovely. The environment is fine, near the city centre and all public transport.

I love the atmosphere and the people here. It's surprisingly friendly for such a large organisation.

The environment, the job opportunities, the people and how you know you have opportunities to progress and grow into various positions when available.

Like to learn and grow with the company

A fair employer and interesting job.

It's local, the people here are fantastic!

JD Williams is a huge established business that keeps growing. There are always plenty of new ventures that are exciting.

The work/life balance I have. The department and my team are great to work with. I enjoy my role. The company invests in training and personal development.

I love how every day I have been here, no two days have been the same.

JDW seems to appreciate their employees and recognise their achievements.

I am happy to stay with this company because it offers a secure job in difficult times and allows for personal development and advancement.

Opportunities to move on within the business.