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QVC
QVC UK is a retailer that sells products via their TV shopping channels, through social media and on their website.
About QVC, in their own words:
QVC empowers shoppers with knowledge and shares insights in a lively, engaging way. We offer an ever-changing collection of brands and fresh new products – from home and fashion to beauty, electronics and jewellery – and we connect shoppers to interesting personalities, engaging stories and award-winning customer service. QVC reaches more than 200 million homes via our 12 broadcast networks and reaches millions more via multiple streaming services, websites, mobile apps and social pages.
If you enjoy being a part of a team, creating experiences and delighting customers, you’ll love it here. If you’re excited about retail, fashion, media, social, live streaming, technology, customer service, design and more, you’ll find amazing projects to work on. If you want to grow professionally and learn every day, you’ll thrive with us. If you appreciate flexible working options, where intentional connections matter and a company committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, you’ll be amazed at what’s available for our team members. Best of all, working with QVC means friendly teams, ambitious projects and fast-moving careers!
The best things about working at QVC
- 94% say they have respectful managers
- 92% say their managers don’t change their shifts at short notice
- 91% say they are kept well informed about their employer
Featured by QVC, based on 68 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
What QVC say
What to expect from working at QVC from QVC
Perks of working at QVC from QVC
- 🤕 Private healthcare
- 🏝️ Competitive holiday allowance
- 💵 Staff discount
- 💰 Staff sample sales
- 👶 Maternity & Parental Leave
- 🍰 Subsidised staff canteen
- 💞 Life assurance
- 💃 Menopause friendly employer
- 🏆 Top Employer Status - UK
Diversity and inclusion statement from QVC
Unlocking the Power of Our Diversity
Cultivating inclusive environments is both a human issue and a business issue. We believe this is the right thing to do. We also believe that a culture of diversity, belonging, and fairness can fuel engagement and innovation, leading to better business performance and stronger communities.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is deeply rooted in our company’s Principles, which call on us to Drive Progress, Act With Empathy, Be Brave, Embrace the Future, and Do What’s Right. We recognize this is a journey, and we know we have plenty of work ahead of us. We intend to do what it takes to make a meaningful difference in this space, in order to empower our teams, our partners, and the communities in which we live and work.
Company values from QVC
Our company’s Principles, which call on us to: -
Drive Progress, Act With Empathy, Be Brave, Embrace the Future and Do What’s Right.
What QVC employees say
68 QVC employees have taken the Breakroom Quiz and told us what it’s really like to work there. Here’s everything they have told us:
Breakroom Rating for QVC
Pay
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do QVC pay a living wage?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
72% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Most people are paid market rates
Do QVC pay market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
78% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do workers at QVC get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
45% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Most people get sick pay
Do QVC pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay.
How we know this
77% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do workers at QVC do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
34% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do people get of their shift pattern at QVC?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 5% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 59% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 5% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 32% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do workers at QVC worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
85% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do QVC workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
63% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for QVC workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
46% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at QVC?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
78% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do QVC managers change shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
92% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at QVC?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
72% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at QVC feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
94% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do people at QVC get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
68% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful to work at QVC?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
58% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at QVC enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
76% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at QVC recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
38% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Most people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at QVC?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
84% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at QVC?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do people think QVC head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
71% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Most people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how QVC is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
91% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
QVC job reviews
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Best thing
Working environment and potential progression
Worst thing
Managers are not engaged enough and progression seems to be given to those who are “friends” with the right people
Warehouse assistant at QVC, September 2022
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Best thing
some of the people you work with always willing to help
Worst thing
moving the pallets a round some are very heavy
Warehouse operative at QVC, February 2021
More about retailers
QVC ranks joint 16th to work for out of retailers.
- 16= Plymouth Citybus
- 16= QVC
- 16= Mind
Rankings are based on Breakroom Ratings for employers with 20 or more Breakroom Quiz responses, accurate as of 23 April 2025.