River Island

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River Island is a fashion retailer. They sell trend-driven fashion for women, men and children.

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Do River Island pay minimum wage?

Yes. Most people are paid above the minimum wage at River Island.

Fashion Retailers who pay minimum wage include Louis Vuitton, Christian Louboutin and Prada.

Here’s how River Island pay different age groups.

Age group River Island pay per hour
16-17 £6.81-8.20 per hour
18-20 £7.90-10.00 per hour
21-22 £9.50-11.28 per hour
23 and over £10.55-15.29 per hour

Last updated 25 March 2024

What is the Real Living Wage?

The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

Location Real Living Wage
London £13.15
Rest of the UK £12.00

What is the legal minimum wage?

The minimum wage is the legal minimum you must be paid per hour.

Age group Legal minimum wage
23 or older £10.42
21-22 £10.18
18-20 £7.49
Under 18 £5.28
Apprentices £5.28

How we know this

Based on data from 95 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2024.

99% of people say they are paid at or above the legal minimum wage.

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What people are saying about pay at River Island

  • Best thing

    Discount on products, short shifts pay isn’t too bad

    Worst thing

    Not very much training, managers have favourites that they give over time and perks to

    2.4

    River Island Sales associate, December 2023

  • Best thing

    Discount, uniform allowance, pay, guaranteed hours, mostly friendly team of staff.

    Worst thing

    Can be a little boring if it's quiet, work can be repetitive.

    8.9

    River Island Sales advisor, April 2022

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