OUR VALUES
Our values have both guided and united us since our start in 2007. They are the foundation of our culture, embedded in everything we do and everything we create.
Our workplace is inclusive, and respectful. We encourage and help each other to win together. We see the big picture and collaborate across boundaries, sharing our skills and knowledge is in the best interests of our company to create unbeatable customer value.
We have a strong business mindset. We are curious and creative and take every opportunity to adapt to ever-changing customer needs. Our innovative and flexible approach delivers the best customer offer and experience.
We are the best we can be and bring out the best in everyone and the business. We empower and trust others to take ownership and embrace diverse perspectives. We listen to and learn from our colleagues.
We aim for simplicity and go straight to the point because clarity helps us focus on what matters. We don’t overcomplicate so we can be clear and efficient. Less really is more.
We make careful, sustainable choices by using resources responsibly and doing more with less. We create value for money, making a sustainable lifestyle accessible for everyone.
We are always eager to find a better way forward. We constantly improve by seeking feedback to act, learn and adapt with speed. Everyday improvements, big or small steps, can make a huge difference.
We are open, honest and humble. We reflect on our behaviour and listen to others. We speak up, but once a decision has been made, we commit to it. We are prepared to have our own ideas challenged and happy to let the best idea win.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
A job at COS is different for everyone: some colleagues join us while studying at university or college, while for others, their ambition is to pursue a career in retail or fashion. No matter what your motivations are, your time with us should be well spent, and we offer a variety of opportunities to help you fulfil your needs.
If you are looking for progression, we will encourage you to take ownership of your career and help you to achieve your goals. As well as excellent training, annual appraisals and regular feedback – you’ll also have access to our online learning portal with hours’ worth of e-training materials, podcasts and videos.
For managers, we partner with specialist organisations to provide leadership training and seminars that cover a variety of other topics. For some senior roles, we also offer the chance for colleagues to transfer to other cities/countries to complete short-term projects, or in some cases, fill longer-term busines
INCLUSION & DIVERSITY
COS is present in over 30 markets around the world. As a global company, our goal is to reflect the multicultural world of our colleagues and customers.
We know that inclusion and diversity is a complex and layered topic, with ever-changing issues and challenges across the many countries and cultures in which we operate. The culture we want to build on at COS is one where inclusion and diversity are always our priority.
Since our launch in 2007, we have always strived to be a value-driven company. Inclusion and diversity is about who we are and who we want to be. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind. We recruit, promote and reward our teams according to their contribution, achievements and commitment to our values.
OUR BENEFITS
25% off employee discount for purchases at H&M and H&M Brands around the world (online and in-store) with some additional employee-exclusive perks throughout the year.
Through LifeWorks, helping employees and their families find solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges. Available 24/7/365.
H&M Canada provides all employees with milestone anniversary gifts, celebrating continuous employment for 5, 10 and 15 years.
H&M Canada may reimburse an employee up to a maximum of $5,000 per year for continuing education through an accredited program that either offers growth in an area related to their current position or that may lead to promotional opportunities. This education may include college/university credit courses, continuing education unit courses, seminars and certification tests that are job-related.
When employees have worked within H&M group for 5 years, they will receive a share of the foundation, HIP Units, based on working hours and on the company’s financial development. Employees can receive payment when they reach the age of 62 or retire from H&M, whichever is later. The HIP plan is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency as a Retirement Compensation Arrangement (RCA). As such, withdrawals prior to retirement are not permitted. If you are a former H&M Employee, you can only receive payment when you reach the age of 62.
Job-protected leaves include:
• Pregnancy, Parental and Adoption Leave
• Jury Duty
• Military Reservist Leave
• Voting
• Emergency Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Wedding Leave
• Critical Care Leave
• Critical Illness Leave
• Family Medical Leave
• Child Death Leave
• Domestic or Sexual Violence Leave
Includes prescription drugs coverage, hospitalization, private duty nursing care, custom-made foot orthotics, hearing aids, vision care and eye examinations
$750 / practitioner / calendar year
– licensed massage therapists, speech therapists, physiotherapists, naturopaths, acupuncturists
– licensed osteopaths, chiropractors, podiatrists or chiropodists, includes one x-ray examination / specialty / year
Full-Time Employees: Group Life Insurance (incl. primary family and dependents)
By contributing to your Manulife Group RRSP, H&M will match up to 4% of your contributions after one year of continuous employment.
All employees are eligible for paid time off on their Birthday.
Virtual wellness program that offers personalized wellness journeys, mindful moments, and live coach chat.
As an H&M Canada employee, you can apply for our Education Bursary Award program where H&M awards a bursary to employees in a post-secondary institution to support employees who identify as part of a minority group.
Employees who successfully refer a manager who gets hired are eligible for a referral bonus.
H&M Canada offers perks and discounts on other retailers through Perkopolis and WorkPerks.
Full-time employees start with 3 weeks’ vacation and 7 wellness days.
Reimbursement for basic and major coverages
Full-Time Employees: $1000 Mental Health Services/calendar year
Full-Time Employees: Long-Term Disability (LTD)
MEET OUR TEAM
COS, alongside Arket, Monki, Weekday, Afound, & Other Stories, H&M and H&M Home, is one of eight unique brands that make up the H&M Group. The H&M Group employs over 170,000 people in 74 markets across the globe, and we are the second-largest fashion group in the world.
What truly makes us stand out are our incredible colleagues. Whether they work in store, in one of our regional offices or at our head office in London – they all share an ambition and an anything-is-possible attitude. It’s thanks to them that we have grown.
Meet some of our team to hear about their career story so far...
