Frequently asked questions about HARIBO

In the UK, we are unable to supply HARIBO pieces in packs of one specific flavour or colour. We’re really sorry if you prefer a particular flavour or colour, but at least that gives you an extra reason to share your HARIBO - which is one of the things that makes enjoying our treats so much fun!

Due to the popularity of our treats, our factory is kept very busy producing all of the different varieties of HARIBO sweets that our fans love. Unfortunately, this means that we are unable to produce custom-made products in small batches.

The mixture of flavour, colour and sweet piece combinations are one of the things that our fans love! However, sometimes people do wonder why they didn't receive more of their favourite pieces within a bag. As our packs are mixed at random, it's never really possible to guess the exact mix of pieces that will feature in each bag - but we think that this simply adds to the fun! But, if you really do want a particular mix, it's worth taking a look through the clear window in the front of the packet which will give you a sneak peak at the variety of tasty treats contained inside!

Each country has its own delicious range of treats, which have been developed especially to suit the demands and tastes of the customers in that country. We're very lucky to have a fantastic variety of tasty HARIBO sweets available in the UK. This includes established family favourites as well as a selection of new and exciting treats that are unveiled each year. For more information on our range of existing and new product launches, please visit the product section of our website.

You’ll be eggstatic to hear that this sweet piece is in fact a tasty HARIBO Egg.

Simply because it contains our most popular and well known sweet pieces – hearts, bears, bottles, rings and eggs. We think they are all little stars, but not in the cosmic sense!

The majority of our products are manufactured in the UK, and we can confirm that these do not contain gluten. The only product produced in the UK that contains wheat are our “Pontefract Cakes”. Here, wheat is shown on the packaging in bold.

At times, to meet increased demand, we source some of our products abroad, which state “may contain traces of gluten” as part of a potential risk of cross-contamination. Therefore, we cannot guarantee those imported products, which represent a tiny minority of products being sold in the UK, do not contain gluten. This is why we would like to stress the importance of checking back-of-pack labelling - even on HARIBO products which you regularly buy. Our packaging information contains all the relevant details, including allergens which are shown in bold.

Our UK range of products contains gelatine deriving from pork. This includes our MAOAM range, and Chamallows. The only exception are our Halal products where beef gelatine is used, and the products are clearly marked. It is worth noting that products in our vegetarian and vegan range are free from animal gelatine.

Our products do not contain nuts as an ingredient and we have strict guidelines in place to prevent cross contamination. Any allergens present in our products are shown in bold on the packaging.

We do have a delicious range of products that can be enjoyed by vegetarians. Check out our product page! https://www.haribo.com/en-gb/p...

The HARIBO range has a number of tasty products which can be enjoyed by those who follow a Halal diet.

We do have a delicious range of products that contain 30% less sugar that our regular fruit gum treats. You can find more details of these on our product page! https://www.haribo.com/en-gb/p...

The majority of our products are manufactured in the UK, and we can confirm that these do not contain milk/lactose.

However, to meet increased demand, we sometimes source some of our products abroad, which state “may contain traces of milk/lactose” as part of a potential risk of cross-contamination. Therefore, we cannot guarantee those imported products, which represent a tiny minority of products being sold in the UK, do not contain milk/lactose. This is why we would like to stress the importance of checking back-of-pack labelling - even on HARIBO products which you regularly buy. Our packaging information contains all the relevant details, including allergens which are shown in bold.

Please apply online using our application form – it is faster and also better for the environment too.

It's a good idea to include a covering letter and CV, along with details of any additional qualifications and relevant training that you feel would be applicable for the role - good luck!

This is your time to shine and show us why you'd make a great addition to the HARIBO team! So it's important that you use your application to highlight your strengths - remember, we are looking for top-quality candidates for all of our roles. Provide us with an authentic and accurate overall description of you and don't forget to detail your motivation for joining HARIBO - what is it that sets you apart from the rest? First impressions count, so this is your chance to distinguish yourself from all the other applicants.

Your covering letter

• Maximum one A4 page
• Individual, personal application text - no 'standard' templates please
• Power of persuasion regarding job requirements
• Reference to location of job ad (website, job portal)

Your CV

Complete personal information and data on the following:

• Schooling, education
• Degree course, internships, professional qualifications
• Career experience, including any relevant work experience
• Training and special skills
• Transferable skills
• Personal interests

Your online application

• Please answer the application questions accurately and honestly
• Attach your covering letter and most recent CV
  File formats: JPG, PDF or Word
  Maximum 4 MB per document
  Maximum 8 MB for the entire application

Simply send us a separate application for each occupation, using our online portal.

Important: When writing your covering letter, remember that different departments have differing job criteria - so please be specific around how your skills would suit each of the roles that you apply for.

Please see the specific job vacancy as the required skills, education and experience vary between roles.

This can vary depending on the role, please see the vacancy notice for further information or contact a member of the HR Team.

We attend various careers events throughout the year. Take a look at our Events page where you can find details of upcoming opportunities to meet the team and discuss how HARIBO could be a fantastic place to progress your career.

Unfortunately, we do not offer a specific scheme for Graduate applications, however we welcome your application to one of our direct vacancies.

Our apprenticeships are very competitive and generally we only hire one person per role advertised. To give yourself an advantage, make sure your cover letter and CV show us the best of what you have to offer and your motivations for joining the HARIBO family.

Throughout your apprenticeship you will be supported by your line manager, head of department and HR, along with your supporting external college... we're always here to help you succeed!

HARIBO UK does not currently offer apprenticeships with international placements.

For Office roles:

If you win us over with your compelling CV straight away, we’ll invite you to an interview in person. If you really impress us in the first round, we’ll usually invite you to a second, more in-depth interview.

For Operations roles:

You will be invited to attend an SHL Testing Session - this is the first stage of our recruitment process. The type of tests vary depending on the role being recruited for but generally these look at the following skills: understanding instructions, mathematical accuracy and understanding visual cues. Successful applicants will then be invited to stage two, which is an interview with the recruiting department.

We understand that people are keen to join the 'Happy World of HARIBO'; however, we do only hire on the basis of current job ads. Therefore, please keep an eye on current vacancies and submit all applications via our online recruitment portal.

Training is offered to all colleagues within HARIBO and we are exceptionally proud of the emphasis that we place on personal and career development, both for new starters and for existing colleagues. All team members are appraised on a yearly basis through our 'HARIBO Talk' system and, from this, development needs are identified and then followed up throughout the course of the year. This ensures that we constantly enhance our teams where needed, whilst making certain that we effectively support and develop the talent that already exists within the team. Together, this approach ensures that we always have fantastic people to support HARIBO on its journey for many years to come.