Rewarding Our People

We believe in recognising and rewarding the dedication of our employees. That's why, upon joining our team, you'll gain access to The Extra Mile, our online reward platform offering discounts at over 800 retailers, restaurants, hotels, and airlines. This includes popular brands like Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Boots, B&Q, Currys, Argos, and IKEA.

We also understand the importance of work-life balance. You’ll start with 28 days of annual leave (including 4 bank holidays over the Christmas and New Year period), which increases by one day per year after 5 years of service, up to a maximum of 33 days after 9 years.

Promoting Wellbeing

At Russell, our people are the core of our success. We’re committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of our teams. That’s why our dedicated Employee Well-being Centre offers a wide range of resources, from fitness and relaxation videos to nutritional advice and healthy recipes. We also provide impartial financial guidance from experts and free access to Health Assured’s Employee Assistance Programme, ensuring our employees have the support they need to thrive.

A Future with Russell Logistics

At Russell, we believe growth is a journey, and we’re committed to supporting your personal and professional development from day one. Through our comprehensive training and development programmes, you’ll have access to resources like in-house driver CPC training, management courses, personal development workshops, health and safety training, customer service excellence, team building, leadership skills, and mental health awareness. We're here to help you succeed and thrive in your role.

Fostering a Healthy Workplace

Since 1969, our people have been the driving force behind our success, bringing passion, dedication, and expertise to deliver our customers' promises. With 800 employees across 14 UK locations, we work hard to create a positive, safe, and inclusive working environment where everyone feels valued. We believe that diverse teams lead to better outcomes for all, and we prioritise inclusion from application to interview. Our strong employee relationships are reflected in our low staff turnover rate of just 1.5% and the loyalty of 220 team members who have been with us for over 10 years.