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Estée Lauder Companies UK

Estée Lauder Companies UK has been certified as one of Britain's Top Employers 2013. Independent research into its employee offerings showed this company has outstanding working conditions. On this page you will find out exactly what makes it one of the best companies to work for in the UK.

 

Estée Lauder Companies UK
73 Grosvenor Street
London
W1K 3BQ

0870 034 6700
www.esteelaudercareers.com

From the research by the CRF Institute

The Top Employers Certification is awarded only to organisations that meet the highest standard in Human Resources (HR). The research assesses all critical areas of HR management of the participating organisations. The research showed that Estée Lauder Companies UK has outstanding employee offerings and thus qualified for the exclusive Top Employers certification. The research

Communication Channels

  • Brainstorming sessions
  • Formal sessions
  • Special access to CEO/Leadership
  • Suggestions box/email
  • Forums/blogs on Intranet
  • Instant messaging (e.g. MSN/Skype/Connector)
  • Social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter)
  • Special/social events
  • Employee surveys

Development Programmes

  • Internship programmes
  • Graduate development programmes/traineeships
  • Talent management/high performer programmes
  • Leadership development programmes
  • Coaching/mentoring programmes
  • Peer support programmes
  • Job rotation programmes
  • General training programmes
  • Industry-related/job-specific training programmes
  • Self-selected training programmes
  • International exchange programmes

Flexible Working Conditions

  • Job-sharing
  • Part-time working
  • Flexi-time working
  • Sabbatical/career break
  • Time off in lieu (TOIL) /Time-for-time
  • Telecommuting/working from home
  • Reduction in company travel
  • Special leave for parents

Onboarding Activities

  • A tour around the organisation
  • Induction course (covering the organisation’s mission, vision, values)
  • Employee handbook that specifies HR policy and regulations (hardcopy or online)
  • Networking events for new employees
  • Follow-up session one year after joining
  • Meeting with HR to explain procedures
  • Standard meeting after specified period
  • Meeting with the CEO
  • Meeting with Executive Management
  • Formal session on targets

About the company

The Manhattan-based Estée Lauder Companies is one of the world’s largest cosmetics companies. Its beauty products are sold in more than 150 countries, spanning colour, skincare, fragrance and hair. Most of its 28 brands (including Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Jo Malone London, Origins and Ermenegildo Zegna) are positioned at the prestige end of the market.

Facts and figures

Industry: Retail
Number of employees: 4200
Countries: 58

“Every individual is encouraged to ‘lead from every chair’”

"The Estée Lauder Companies is a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation with industry-leading, world class brands. We have the very best employees working here and it’s our leadership teams who inspire, motivate and develop our people that makes the company what it is. It’s the positive attitude that drives our approach to always look at new and better ways to do things. We have a unique company culture and one embedded in Mrs. Estée Lauder’s founding principal to ‘bring the best to everyone we touch’. It really feels like you work for a family organisation that cares for the wellbeing of its employees. Despite its size every individual is encouraged to ‘lead from every chair’ and new ideas are embraced."

"There is unrivalled support and commitment to recognizing and developing talent. I’ve worked for the company for 10 years, and throughout my career I’ve received a superb level of support, guidance and a variety of training packages internally and externally. Our High Touch Leadership Competencies develop individuals to ‘be the best at everything we do’ to become tomorrow’s leaders. The company also has a competitive salary and benefits package. Above everything I would say the Estée Lauder Companies is a really fun place to work!"

Simon Ross, Clinique Sales and Marketing Manager, London and West End, joined the Estée Lauder Companies in 2002

“It is an entirely inclusive and collaborative atmosphere”

"To me, working at the Estée Lauder Companies means I am a valued member of the brand team and the wider corporate family. This feeling encompasses all aspects of my working life, from the day-to-day support and resources I receive from colleagues, through to strategic directions, being able to make a contribution and know that from every chair within the business, it is valued. Being part of a beauty powerhouse, and working closely with my colleagues on other brands, is very rewarding and such a fantastic point of difference from other companies within the industry."

"The working environment is also a strong point of difference from previous places I have worked. It is an entirely inclusive and collaborative atmosphere that fosters excellent working relationships and incredibly productive and creative teams. I would absolutely recommend Estée Lauder Companies to others as a potential employer. It is an honour to work for such a hugely dynamic and successful group that still maintains humble family-rooted values. Knowing the work you do is valued and adds to the companies successes is incredibly motivating. I would encourage anyone with passion, enthusiasm and drive to apply to work at the Estée Lauder Companies."

Lucy Seabrook, Group Product Manager, Smashbox Cosmetics, joined Estée Lauder Companies in 2012

“We have many employees who began their careers on counter and are now in senior management roles”

"The Estée Lauder Companies offers exceptional opportunities to work with leading cosmetic brands. Our commitment to diversity, first class training and education for all employees and our ability to promote from within all contribute to our competitive strengths. Our overall company culture is high-touch, creative, innovative and entrepreneurial. We are proud to be the best home for talent by being a learning organisation."

"The Estée Lauder Companies is renowned for its strong commitment to training, development and education, and we offer an excellent overall benefits package to our employees. Our performance driven incentives, with the opportunity to earn more on bonus schemes, long service awards and excellent pension scheme are all appreciated by our employees.

The Estée Lauder Companies is proud of promoting people from within. We have many employees who began their careers on counter and are now in senior management roles. As a company, we are constantly identifying and reviewing skill sets and supporting long-term career path development. A significant HR initiative currently under review is our flexible benefits programme, looking at better ways of flexible working which we believe will build upon our current offerings and have a very positive impact on our overall commitment to our employees."

Martin Brook, HR Director, Estée Lauder Companies UK