Our benefits

Looking after our people matters. Always has.

That’s why our benefits are designed to reward you, support you and help you get more out of life – in and out of work.

CORE BENEFITS
FOR EVERYONE

Staff Discount

We want you to love repping your own brand – and a hefty discount helps.

Retail Rewards

Save on everything from retail and gift cards to cars, health, travel, leisure, and financial and legal services.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Retail Trust

We offer access to 24/7 confidential advice and support for your emotional, financial and mental wellbeing.

River Island Care Fund

If you need it, there’s confidential, non-repayable financial support available to help you through tough times and financial hardship.

Charity Support

Support the causes that matter to you through matched fundraising, volunteer days and gift-card donations.

Pension

We contribute towards your retirement, helping you shape your own future.

Long-Service Holiday Rewards

The longer you’re with us, the more annual leave you’ll get.

Company Sick Pay

If you’re unwell, you can take the time you need to rest, recover and get back to feeling your best.

Enhanced Family Leave Pay

Our policies give you the financial security and flexibility to take time away from work to care, connect or welcome a new addition to your family.

Refer a Friend Bonus

If we hire someone you’ve referred, you’ll receive a ‘thank you’ bonus

And there are more tailored benefits depending on your location, role and level – including private medical insurance, company cars and discounted vehicle rental.

SALES ADVISORS

Benefits

Uniform Allowance

We want you to feel the part on the shop floor, and that includes wearing the latest River Island products!

Perks

Staff Discount

On top of your uniform allowance, you’ll get a 40% staff discount.

Kindness Cupboards

Each store has a Kindness Cupboard stocked with personal care products, home essentials (e.g. washing tablets) and food items. These are free for any colleague who needs them – no questions asked.

Unpaid Leave

Sometimes life calls for a little more time away than your holiday allowance allows. You can arrange to take up to six weeks off without having to leave the business.

Recognition

From a quick ‘thank you’ to a shout-out for smashing a sale, we celebrate the moments that make a difference.

RETAIL MANAGEMENT

Benefits

Uniform Allowance

Look the part on the shop floor with a generous River Island uniform allowance.

Staff Discount

On top of your uniform allowance, you’ll get a 50% discount.

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Need a little more time off? You can ‘buy’ up to five extra days of leave each holiday year, with the cost deducted from your pay in a tax-efficient way.

Perks

Kindness Cupboards

Each store has a Kindness Cupboard stocked with personal care products, home essentials (e.g. washing tablets) and food items. These are free for any colleague who needs them – no questions asked.

Eyecare Vouchers

If you use a computer or other Visual Display Unit (VDU) at work, you can get a free eye test and a contribution towards prescription glasses at Specsavers.

Unpaid Leave

Sometimes life calls for a little more time away than your holiday allowance allows. You can arrange to take up to six weeks off without having to leave the business.

Recognition

From a quick ‘thank you’ to a shout-out for smashing a sale, we celebrate the moments that make a difference.

HEAD OFFICE

Benefits

Staff Discount

We love seeing you enjoy the brand you help create. You’ll get 50% staff discount to use online or in any store.

Staff Shop

Grab the products you love at heavily discounted prices. Stock varies and moves quickly, so add the dates to your diary!

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Need a little more time off? You can ‘buy’ up to five extra days of leave each holiday year, with the cost deducted from your pay in a tax-efficient way.

Early Finish Payday Fridays

Start your weekend on a high with a 3:30pm finish every four weeks (subject to business needs).

Free London Parking

Enjoy free daytime, overnight, evening and weekend parking at Chelsea House, with electric vehicle charging available.

Season Ticket Loan

An interest-free loan to help spread the cost of your season ticket.

Subsidised Canteen and Coffee Shops

Good food, great choice and plenty to keep you going, including free breakfast options every day and free lunch twice a week (selected options).

On-Site Gym

Keep active with free access to our gym, exercise studio and changing rooms.

Wellbeing and Prayer Rooms

A welcoming space to pause, reflect, pray or simply take a moment for yourself. Open to everyone, whenever you need it.

Perks

Eyecare Vouchers

If you use a computer or other Visual Display Unit (VDU) at work, you can get a free eye test and a contribution towards prescription glasses at Specsavers.

Recognition

From a quick ‘thank you’ to a shout-out for smashing a shoot, we celebrate the moments that make a difference.