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The headlines
How we work
We’re the UK’s largest publisher, made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year.
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We make books for everyone, because a book can change anyone.
Average entry salary
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ENTRY WAGE £27.5k, rising by £1K after the first year you work with us
Our people
We know we need to represent the rich diversity of our society. And we know people need to feel like they belong, no matter their background. So we’re aiming for our new hires to reflect UK society by the end of 2023. And our employees can join a range of diversity, equity and inclusion networks, from Colour(Full) to Pride. Find out more here.
What makes us proudest
We’ve always worked to make society better. In 1935, our founder, Allen Lane, established Penguin so that everyone could afford to buy, read and enjoy great books. And we remain true to Allen Lane’s original vision today, investing our money in books that tackle the issues we care about.
People who work for us
OUR PEOPLE
14% identify as LGBTQA+
OUR PEOPLE
20% identify as disabled or have a long-term health condition
What we offer as well as your pay
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Feel good financially
Get shopping discounts, childcare allowance and loans to pay for your transport and rental deposit. If you get sick or injured and can’t work, we’ll keep paying you until you’re better.
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Prioritise your health
We offer healthcare plans to help cover your medical costs, including one for everyday treatments, one for if you become seriously ill and one that pays for private healthcare.
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Treat yourself
Apply for a taste card and art pass to get discounts at restaurants, museums and galleries around the UK. Plus, get 60% off all our books and free copies of our Penguin quarterly reads.
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Soak up the sun
Take Fridays off during the summer months to spend as you like!
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Give back
We plant a new tree for every new full-time employee and offer everyone two days off to volunteer for a charity of their choice.
Feed your brain
We offer a learning allowance for employees to spend on education outside of work, and loads of opportunities for you to hear from your favourite authors through talks and events.
Our values
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Look forward
We are optimistic about the future, curious about what’s next and think long-term.
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Pay attention
We learn from, and listen to, each other, our readers and the world.
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Explore many viewpoints
We seek out new voices and interesting ideas, and champion different perspectives.
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Never stand still
We are open minded, always evolving our thinking, adapting, and learning.
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Do it with style
Our brand runs through everything we do. It is our heritage, our future, and our collective responsibility to care for and uphold.
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