Top companies hiring October 2024 | reed.co.uk

by Laura Holden

If there’s one thing that’ll brighten the dark nights…

…it’s finding a job you’ll love. So wrap up warm and grab your favourite hot beverage (maple hazel latte, anyone?). With thousands of new jobs added to Reed.co.uk, there’s never been a better time to pick your next career move.

Here are five of the top companies hiring on Reed.co.uk right now to help you narrow down your search…

 

Costa Coffee

Serving hot coffee to customers since 1971, Costa Coffee needs no introduction – but we wrote one anyway, so here goes…

Costa has earned its place on the UK high-street as one of the nation’s favourite caffeine connoisseurs. From its classic Christmas cups to its unmistakable burgundy branding – Costa is undoubtedly a Coffee giant. 

What’s more, the company is committed to sustainability, helping its customers to recycle paper cups (even if it’s not a Costa branded cup), recycling over 190 million cups nationwide so far.

Costa is currently on the lookout for in-store Baristas, Team Leaders and Supervisors, so take a look at some of the great jobs on offer now.

 

Roles in demand:

Three reasons to work at Costa Coffee include:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Employer matched pensions of up to 10%
• Free drinks and 50% off food when you’re at work 

Location: Throughout the UK

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Howden Insurance Brokers

Part of the Howden Broking Group, Howden Insurance Brokers is hiring right now for a range of roles.

The company is a leading provider of insurance broking, risk consulting and employee benefits advice. It employs over 15,000 people globally and handles a huge $30billion of insurance premiums on behalf of clients.

The company is looking for people with the right skills to join its team today, including Sales and Insurance professionals. 

 

Roles in demand:

Three reasons to work for Howden include:

• Howden is passionate about promoting from within, so you could build your career at the company
• It offers childcare vouchers for staff with children
• Howden also prioritises wellness, giving employees access to Mental Health First Aiders and quarterly step challenges to get them moving 

Location: Throughout the UK

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Greencore

Thinking of going green? Why not start your career with Greencore.

The company is a leading food manufacturer supplying everything from sandwiches, salads, soups and sushi and supplies some of the UK’s top food chains with its fresh produce.

Greencore is hiring right now for staff to join their Operations and Transport teams, as well as other roles within its Head Office and Sales functions.

So what are you waiting for? Join Greencore today and be part of its 14,000 staff across 16 manufacturing sites and 18 depots across the UK and find your future in food.

 

Roles in demand:

Three reasons to work for Greencore include:

• It’s a company with sustainability at its core, with documented ambitions and green goals for the future
• You’ll have access to Greencore’s exclusive discount programme
• Save for your future with an employer matched pension up to 8%

View all jobs with Greencore now

 

The Royal British Legion

You may know the Royal British Legion for its poppies on remembrance Sunday, but did you know that it is also the largest Armed Forces charity?

It helps to support serving and ex-service personnel and their families as well as campaigning to the government on behalf of the Armed Forces community and holding Remembrance Day.

And what does it take to keep things running smoothly? Finding the right people, who are passionate about their jobs (seamless segue). 

So if you’re looking for a career with purpose that gives back to the community, take a look at the roles on offer at The Royal British Legion today.

 

Roles in demand:

Three fun facts about the Royal British Legion include:

• The charity has helped over 30,000 members of the Armed Forces community in the UK
• Today’s Poppy Appeal sees an army of 40,000 volunteers distributing over 40 million poppies to raise funds for veterans
• A poem by Canadian doctor, Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae who was inspired by the sight of poppies growing in battle-scarred fields made the poppy a symbol of remembrance 

Location: Throughout the UK. 

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Hays Travel

So you may not be thinking about holidays in October, but working in the leisure and tourism industry certainly has its perks.

Aside from discounts when booking your own holiday, you’ll be able to help people enjoy theirs and make memories to last a lifetime. Which is where Hays Travel comes in.

It’s one one of the UK’s largest independent travel agents. In fact, Hays Travel acquired Thomas Cook in 2019 to expand its high-street offering – and this expansion is just one great reason to join the Hays Travel team.

If you’re a people person who loves to give great customer service and experiences, you’ll thrive at Hays Travel.

 

Roles in demand:

Benefits of working for Hays Travel include:

• The opportunity to explore countries abroad at a discounted rate
• It’s a sociable company, with lots of team nights out and company parties
• You’ll also have the opportunity to take on training programmes to help you progress in your career

Location: Throughout the UK. 

View all jobs with Hays Travel now

 

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