Does Penguin Random House pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Penguin Random House employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Penguin Random House . This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Penguin Random House ?

73% of Penguin Random House employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Penguin Random House 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Penguin Random House ?

Editorial Assistant (50) , Editor (33) , Intern (29) , Editorial Intern (25) , Publicity Assistant (22) , Designer (21) , Marketing Assistant (20) , Publicity Intern (15) , Assistant Editor (13) , Director (13) , Senior Designer (13) , Manager (12) , Graphic Designer (11) , Marketing Coordinator (11) , Author (10)

What are the pros of working at Penguin Random House according to real employee reviews?

"Great benefit as well as perks" ((in 181 reviews)); "The people were great and everyone wants to help you succeed." ((in 139 reviews)); "Very colourful and vibrant office; has a pulp shelf offering free books" ((in 92 reviews)); "Great team and colleagues" ((in 65 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 51 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Penguin Random House according to real employee reviews?

"Pay was low and that was about it" ((in 141 reviews)); "Poor management and can be improved" ((in 30 reviews)); "Lack of diversity and inclusivity." ((in 25 reviews)); "Career progression is slow." ((in 13 reviews)); "Compensation is low in publishing generally and lack of progression" ((in 13 reviews))

What are employees saying about Penguin Random House layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Penguin Random House layoffs and their outlook for job security at Penguin Random House in 2026.

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3.9

73% would recommend to a friend

(1,193 total reviews)

Nihar Malaviya

83% approve of CEO

71% positive business outlook

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Penguin Random House has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,193 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Penguin Random House employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Medien & Kommunikation industry (3.7 stars).

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4.0

Aug 22, 2025

Great experience overall

Analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Good company culture and work-life balance. Exciting industry to be a part of and everyone takes pride in what they do.

Cons

Limited career development/pay development opportunities

5.0

Aug 19, 2025

Great place to work

Account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Committed professionals who work together to advance our books and authors. Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, etc. Generous PTO Great work/life balance

Cons

Pay ranges could be higher

4.0

Aug 18, 2025

Great employer

Senior designer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great job, great people, great projects

Cons

Perhaps a little too corporate.

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