How Companies Can Spread Festive Cheer with Christmas Gifts for Staff and Clients

Christmas is a time for generosity, joy, and gratitude, and that extends far beyond the family home. 

Across the UK, more and more businesses are embracing the festive season as an opportunity to thank their staff and show appreciation to clients and partners.

A thoughtful Christmas gift from a company doesn’t just spread seasonal cheer, it builds loyalty, strengthens relationships, and leaves a lasting impression well into the New Year.

Here’s how businesses of all sizes can get gifting right this Christmas — with supplier suggestions and specific gift ideas included.

1. Showing Appreciation to Your Team

Your staff have worked hard all year, and Christmas is the perfect time to show that their efforts haven’t gone unnoticed. Whether you run a small family business or a large organisation, there are plenty of ways to make your team feel valued.

Festive gift ideas for staff:

Luxury Christmas hampers: Artisan snacks, bespoke packaging, festive treats.

Personalised keepsakes: Engraved mugs, notebooks, baubles, etc.

Gift cards or vouchers: Flexible and always appreciated.

Extra time off: A bonus half-day or early finish in December.

Team experiences: A virtual event for remote staff, or a local festive lunch.

Tip: A short handwritten note from management can mean just as much as the gift itself.

UK-based supplier suggestions:

WellBox — Known for thoughtful corporate gift programmes, well suited to team-gifting with wellness and inclusive options. 

Gift Campaign — Offers branded/promotional gifts that can be tailored for staff recognition (mugs, notebooks, bottles). 

Gift Campaign

Cocoon Corporate Gifts — Seasonal corporate gifts including staff treats for Christmas, Easter etc. 

Cocoon Corporate Gifts

2. Showing Appreciation to Clients and Partners

A well-chosen Christmas gift for clients isn’t about promotion — it’s about appreciation. It shows you value the relationship beyond the business transaction.

Client gift ideas:

Festive food & drink gifts: Premium chocolates, elegant boxes, even bottle gifts where appropriate.

Eco-friendly options: Reusable drinkware, sustainable packaging, artisan local producers.

Charity or donation in lieu: A gift that gives back.

Branded premium gifts: Discreet company logo, high quality notebook, pen-set.

Personal Christmas cards: A genuine handwritten card adds huge value.

Tip: If you’re sending gifts to clients abroad, remember to check postal deadlines and customs restrictions early.

UK-based supplier suggestions:

Inkerman — Specialises in luxury corporate & event gifts; perfect for higher-tier client appreciation. 

https://www.inkerman.co.uk/corporate-gifts?

Moores of London — Design-led leather gifts, high-end branded items; great for client gifts. 

https://www.mooresoflondon.com

The Goodness Project — Focuses on sustainable, artisan-led hamper gifts, inclusive (vegan, gluten-free). Ideal for clients with modern values. 

https://thegoodnessproject.co.uk/

3. Keep It Classy and Considerate

Set a clear gifting budget early, ensuring gifts are consistent, inclusive, and appropriate. Avoid anything too personal or extravagant — the goal is to delight, not overwhelm.

Think about sourcing from UK-based small businesses, it supports local makers, reduces delivery times, and adds a wonderful community spirit to your corporate Christmas giving.

4. Make Presentation Part of the Gift

First impressions count! Beautiful packaging, festive wrapping, or branded gift boxes add that extra “wow” factor. Even a small gift feels special when presented with care.

If you’re sending digital gifts (e-vouchers etc), include a warm Christmas email message signed by your team.

Final Thoughts

Corporate Christmas gifting isn’t about spending the most — it’s about thoughtfulness, kindness, and connection. Whether you’re thanking staff for their dedication or showing clients you care, festive giving is a simple yet powerful way to spread joy.

With the right strategy, supplier, and gift pick, you can make a lasting impression that carries into the New Year.

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Morrisons to recruit up to 3,000 Christmas staff

Morrisons has announced it's seeking up to 3,000 extra colleagues to work in its stores, food manufacturing sites and logistics operations allover the country to help meet increased demand over the busy Christmas period. 

The wide range of roles including customer assistants, home delivery drivers and manufacturing and warehouse operatives offer a range of flexible working patterns.  

With no prior experience necessary for most roles, Morrisons is seeking applicants to join their team who are friendly and want to help give their customers the best experience during this special time of year. In previous years, many temporary colleagues have gone on to find permanent positions within Morrisons.

All new colleagues will benefit from a 15% staff discount card as well as a 10% discount card for a friend or family member. 

Clare Grainger, Group People Director at Morrisons, said: “As Morrisons gears up for the festive rush, we’re looking for up to 3,000 additional colleagues to join our talented teams.  

"We are looking forward to welcoming these new colleagues who will have a key role in creating and delivering products to make our customers celebrations special. 

"There are lots of opportunities all across the UK to join us with both temporary and permanent roles in our stores, manufacturing and logistics sites.”

To apply please visit: https://www.morrisons.jobs

'Tis the time for seasonal recruitment: 22,000 jobs now available at Sainsbury’s

Sainsbury’s is creating 22,000 extra seasonal roles nationwide, including 2,000 at Argos, to help deliver an exceptional Christmas for customers this year. 

With stores and warehouses beginning to prepare themselves for the festive season, Sainsbury’s will welcome temporary colleagues earlier than usual this year, starting as early as this week. 

This will ensure there are plenty of colleagues ready to help and serve customers, whether they like to plan ahead or leave their Christmas shopping to the very last minute. (My wife likes to do that!)

New colleagues will support Sainsbury’s and Argos in serving customers, restocking shelves and fulfilling online orders by picking, packing and delivering. In their depots and fulfilment centres, colleagues will work in warehouses, ensuring products reach homes and stores nationally and are ready for customers to enjoy.

To further support and reward colleagues with festive season expenses, Sainsbury’s has improved its 10% colleague discount offer, increasing it to 15% at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday plus 15% off at Argos every payday Friday. Moreover, temporary colleagues can now receive a second discount card for a family member or friend at the same address and free food during shifts.

Prerana Issar, Chief People Officer at Sainsbury’s, said “⁠With Christmas just round the corner, we're gearing up to serve our customers brilliantly this festive season. This is the busiest time in the retail calendar, and we are looking for people with a passion for good food who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to providing brilliant customer service. 

This is a perfect opportunity to kickstart a career with Sainsbury's, and we can't wait to welcome new and returning faces this Christmas.”

Temporary colleagues will be employed on fixed-term contracts ranging from three to 12 weeks. To join the Sainsbury’s or Argos team this Christmas, visit sainsburys.jobs/christmas/ or your nearby store for more information. 

Incidentally, Sainsbury’s pays its colleagues above the National Living Wage. Temporary colleagues can expect pay rates of:

In-store Jobs: £11 – £11.95 p/h

Fulfilment Warehouse Jobs: £11 – £11.95/hr

Driver Jobs: £12 – £13.45/hr

Temporary colleagues will have access to these benefits after just four weeks of service

Varies by location, please check.