M&S recruits 200+ for Merseyside festive roles ahead of Speke store opening
M&S recruits 200+ for Merseyside festive roles ahead of Speke opening

Marks & Spencer has announced it will recruit more than 200 new people to work in its Merseyside shops this festive season ahead of a new Liverpool store opening in the coming months.

The department chain said these roles are fast-moving and hands-on, with colleagues working together to make sure customers get the very best of M&S during one of the busiest times of the year. Vacancies are available at M&S’ Liverpool ONE, Aintree, Southport and St Helens Ravenhead stores, as well as Edge Lane, Formby, Prescot Cables, Queens Drive and Speke New Mersey food halls.

New Speke store plans

There will are more job opportunities in Speke to come. The brand new Speke New Mersey full-line store opening in spring 2027. The relocation from its existing foodhall is expected to create 100 new jobs, with team manager roles now live on the M&S Careers website.

M&S will also be looking for colleagues from the new recruits to join its Speke New Mersey team permanently.

Regional manager comment

Pete Dobson, regional manager at M&S, said: “It’s fantastic to have so many new colleagues set to join us soon. It’s our busiest time of year but a great opportunity to play a part in delivering the magic of M&S at Christmas for our Merseyside customers.

“We’re looking for new recruits who are passionate about customer service, enjoy working as part of the team and love the fast pace of retail.

“The countdown is also on to open our brand-new Speke New Mersey store next year. Our new location will deliver the very best of M&S food, fashion, home and beauty so, if you’d like to be part of the team, make sure to register your interest and apply.”

Those interested in joining M&S this Christmas can find out more about the available opportunities and apply via the M&S Christmas careers page.