Summary
Mercadona, Spain’s largest supermarket chain, pays 27% above the national minimum wage and offers flexible working hours, Sundays off, and profit sharing, earning it a top spot in the Financial Times/Statista list of Europe’s best employers. Founded in 1977, the privately owned company, run by Juan Roig and his family, invests heavily in employee welfare and community initiatives, such as food donations and training programs. With Spain’s economy growing rapidly, Mercadona focuses on employee retention through internal promotions and a supportive work environment, crucial given the aging workforce.
