RS Group

RS Group at a glance

RS Group is a global engineering solutions provider with over 80 years of expertise, supporting industrial design, manufacturing, and maintenance customers across 33 countries. With more than 8,500 colleagues worldwide, RS combines product and service solutions for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) action.

About RS Group

At RS, we’ve been solving engineering problems for over 80 years.

Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we’re the digital destination for product and service solutions, helping our customers with the maintenance, repair, and operation (MRO) of their businesses.

Together, we have one purpose: to make amazing happen for a better world — and have fun doing it. It won’t always be easy, but we’ll make every day better. It’s in the DNA of our people to do the right thing and deliver brilliant results.

We invest in our people’s development and wellbeing because building a more diverse and inclusive culture, being ethical, responsible, and committed to our ESG action plan, is at the heart of everything we do.

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What does RS Group do?

RS Group provides product and service solutions for industrial design, manufacturing, and maintenance businesses. Our customers rely on us for:

• Maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products

• Industrial design and engineering components

• Digital sourcing and procurement tools

• Technical support and value-added services

Operating in 33 countries, we have long-term immersive partnerships with over 2,500 suppliers.

Our global reach and dedicated team of over 8,500 employees mean we’re committed to providing exceptional service and experiences, wherever our customers are located

What is it like to work at RS Group?

RS is where engineers, problem-solvers, and curious minds come together to deliver real-world impact. Whether you’re in industrial design, supply chain, digital, sales, or operations, you’ll find a culture that values your development, your wellbeing, and your individuality.

We’re a place where ideas matter, where colleagues support each other, and where doing the right thing is non-negotiable.

Our People - Diversity, Inclusion, and Sustainability

Diversity, inclusion and sustainability aren’t just buzz words at RS. It’s how we do business. It’s in our DNA.

We work closely with all our people to understand their needs, listen to their experiences, and build a workplace where everyone can succeed as themselves.

What Employee Resource Groups does RS Group have?

Our ERGs are made up of passionate, inspired colleagues determined to make the world — and RS — a better, more inclusive place. Each group runs events, builds community, and advises on policy:

• LGBTIQA+ ERG — Spectrum: Supporting colleagues, building allyship, and growing understanding across the business.

• Gender equality network — Elevate: Focused on supporting and advancing women and gender-diverse colleagues at RS.

• Ethnicity and race ERG — Embrace: Championing race equity, representation, and cultural celebration.

• Mental health and wellbeing ERG — Lifeworks: Normalising conversations about mental health and supporting colleague wellbeing.

• Youth and development network — Bloomers: Supporting young professionals through networking, learning, and career development.

How does RS Group support LGBTIQA+ colleagues?

We work closely with all our people to understand their needs and provide a safe space to share their experiences as part of the LGBTIQA+ community openly.

The Spectrum ERG exists to:

• Support LGBTIQA+ colleagues across the business

• Be a voice for our people in policy and culture conversations

• Build allyship across the organisation

• Grow understanding on the topics colleagues want to learn more about

“LGBTIQA+ History will NOT be erased — it’s immense, it’s beautiful, and it deserves to be visible.”

- LaRissa O’Neal, Chair of Spectrum, RS Group.

"I have personally seen how vital it is to have a supportive environment that respects and embraces the unique needs of every individual and believe wholeheartedly that an inclusive workplace is a more innovative and productive one. I am hence incredibly proud to support an initiative that allows all of us to learn, grow, and connect on important topics related to mental health and wellbeing, disability, neurodiversity, and financial wellbeing."

- Christian Horn, LifeWorks ExCo Sponsor, RS.

What benefits does RS Group offer?

We invest in our colleagues’ development and wellbeing through a benefits package designed to support people throughout their lives — including specific provisions for LGBTIQA+ colleagues and their families.

• Financial – Pension/Retirement; Life Assurance; Salary Finance (payroll deduction loan scheme).

• Wellbeing – Medical plans; Health Screening; Critical Illness; Disability insurance; Holiday/Paid Time Off; Employee Assistance Program; Discounted Gym/Health Club Membership.

• Lifestyle – Transportation assistance schemes (e.g. Cycle to work, travel loans, car leasing); onsite catering/lunch vouchers; retail discounts.

• Spotlight – Our global recognition program provides a platform to highlight and recognise people role modelling our values.

• Volunteering and community giving 2 days per year to volunteer at any registered charity.

Awards and Recognition

• We ranked joint second of FTSE 250 companies for ‘Women on Boards’ in the 2025 FTSE Women Leaders Review.

• Our ERG partnerships play an important role in supporting our people and creating a sense of belonging. We have partnerships with leading wellbeing and inclusion organisations, including Mind, Andy's Man Club, YoungMinds, Business in the Community, Trinity Pride, and Gay for Good and many more for all employees to access and receive support.

Our ESG Commitment

RS Group’s ESG action plan focuses on four pillars:

• Advancing sustainability - Developing sustainable operations and product and service solutions for our customers and our suppliers.

• Empowering our people - Creating an inclusive and engaging environment, where everyone is proud and excited to come to work and can perform at their best, develop, and thrive.

• Championing youth & communities - Inspiring the next generation of engineers and innovators and supporting our communities worldwide to improve people's lives and create a more sustainable world.

• Doing business responsibly - Ensuring the highest ethical and environmental standards throughout our business and global value chain.

Read more in our latest ESG/sustainability report: [Our ESG approach - Sustainability - RS Group].

Frequently Asked Questions

What does RS Group do?

RS Group is a global provider of product and service solutions for industrial design, manufacturing, and maintenance businesses, supporting maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) for over 80 years.

How many people work at RS Group?

RS Group has over 8,500 colleagues worldwide.

Where is RS Group located?

RS Group is headquartered in London, UK, with offices and distribution centres across EMEA, APAC and The Americas.

Does RS Group support LGBTIQA+ employees?

Yes. RS Group’s Spectrum ERG actively supports LGBTIQA+ colleagues, builds allyship, and creates safe spaces for community members to share their experiences openly. RS Group also provides inclusive benefits and is committed to a workplace where everyone can succeed as themselves.

What ERGs does RS Group have?

RS Group’s ERGs cover gender equality, LGBTIQA+ rights (Spectrum), ethnicity and race (Embrace), mental health and wellbeing (Lifeworks) and young professionals (Bloomers).

What benefits does RS Group offer LGBTIQA+ colleagues?

Transgender-inclusive healthcare: Enhanced Gender Identity Support: Helping our LGBTQ+ community through enhanced coverage for trans colleagues, including counselling support, specialist consultations, surgery and therapy.

Is RS Group committed to sustainability?

Yes. RS Group has a dedicated Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) action plan covering emissions reduction, community investment, supplier ethics, and governance standards — and treats sustainability as core to how it does business, not a side initiative.

What career paths exist at RS Group?

RS Group offers careers across engineering, industrial design, supply chain, digital and technology, sales, marketing, customer service, finance, HR, and operations.

At RS, we offer a range of early career pathways, including apprenticeships, internships and entry-level roles, giving you the opportunity to build skills and kick-start your career.

We’re also committed to ongoing development through programmes like Future Shapers, which help grow leadership potential, as well as our global learning platform with resources from internal and external experts to support your career journey.

Does RS Group offer hybrid or flexible working?

We are committed to attracting, retaining and motivating our people. We have a Flexible Working Policy that underpins the value we place on you, by providing support during different phases in your life. We provide equal opportunities to our people and by helping balance work and personal lives.

How do I apply to work at RS Group?

View open roles by selecting the Jobs tab at the top of this page. You can also join our Talent Community to be notified about future opportunities that match your interests.

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