At British Wool, we take pride in fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture. As a cooperative, we are committed to teamwork, transparency, and a shared passion for promoting the value of British wool. Our employees play a vital role in supporting our 30,000 sheep farming members, and we believe in creating an environment where they can thrive.
We offer a range of benefits designed to support our team’s well-being and professional growth. From a competitive pension scheme and generous holiday allowance to training opportunities and flexible working options, we invest in our people. At British Wool, we recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and motivated.
Our Benefits
At British Wool, we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace. Our comprehensive employment benefits are designed to enhance wellbeing, promote work-life balance, and support career development.
From a generous pension scheme and training opportunities to flexible holiday options and wellbeing support, we ensure our team feels valued and motivated.
Explore the benefits of working with British Wool and be part of an organisation that champions both its people and the industry.
Our Culture
We believe in creating a positive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Collaboration, respect, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. At British Wool, your ideas matter, and you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in an evolving industry.
Our company culture is built on teamwork, innovation, and a shared commitment to our mission. At British Wool, we believe in empowering our people, fostering a positive workplace where creativity and collaboration thrive. Employees are encouraged to bring forward ideas and innovations that can push our business and the industry forward.
Respect, togetherness, and resilience are the cornerstones of our culture, making British Wool a place where everyone can contribute and grow.
A reason to believe
Our purpose is to drive sustainable demand for British wool to maximise returns for our members.
Responsibility |
Respect |
Togetherness |
Quality |
Resilience |
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| We instinctively take ownership of the work we produce with a ‘can do’ attitude and are proud of our achievements | We are driven by mutual respect, teamwork and effective partnerships. We ask questions, we listen, we understand and we act. | We are positive and passionate. We want everyone we work with to feel that we genuinely have their interests at heart and that they are constantly and consistently valued and supported by us. | We are authoritative. Our knowledge and expertise are deep. We aim to be the best; to deliver to the highest standards and to continuously improve, every single day. | We are tenacious and inventive. We challenge ourselves and each other to make things better, whilst humbly appreciating that ours is a continuous journey with no finish line. |
Additional Resources
Click here to view the British Wool Retirement Benefit Scheme Statement of Investment Principles
Click here to view the British Wool Retirement Benefit Scheme Implementation Statement.
At British Wool, upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct is paramount. We firmly believe that each member of our team plays a pivotal role in nurturing a healthy and ethical work environment, and your dedication to this cause is indispensable.
To reinforce our culture of transparency and accountability, we’ve established a confidential platform for reporting any observed misconduct or unethical behaviour within the organisation. Your input is not only valuable but also contributes significantly to the continuous improvement of our workplace.
While we encourage most concerns to be addressed through line managers, we understand that in some cases, this may not be feasible or appropriate. In such instances, we urge you to use the Whistleblowing Report Form linked below responsibly, providing detailed information to facilitate thorough investigations. Rest assured that this platform ensures the confidentiality and anonymity of whistleblowers, allowing you to report concerns without fear of retaliation.