The Human Resources Department provides expertise and support in all aspects of employee care and management, working to meet the needs of the commercial objectives of the company. We work with every department in the company in the UK and internationally providing help with all aspects of the employee lifecycle, which incorporates recruitment, employee engagement, people management, learning and development and pay and reward. We are responsible for developing and implementing best practice policies and procedures and facilitating and supporting people-related initiatives, activities and projects in the company.
We are a small but perfectly formed team, known for being approachable and non-corporate who love to do a great job and have fun along the way.
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Our Benefits
Our commitment to our people goes beyond the books we publish. We believe in supporting your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work. Here's what you can expect when you join our team.
Work-Life Balance & Time Off
Annual Leave: Start with 28 days of annual leave, increasing with your length of service. This includes three days aligned with our annual Christmas office closure.
Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours to help you manage your personal life.
Summer Fridays: Start your weekend early! Benefit from an early finish every Friday during the summer months.
Panniversary Scheme: Celebrate your commitment with an additional week of annual leave every five years of service.
Volunteer & Faith Days: Take two paid volunteer days per year, plus one designated faith day for religious celebrations.
Health, Wellbeing & Financial Security
Financial Security: Benefit from life assurance cover (4x base salary), 13 weeks of company-paid sick pay, and income protection (covering 66.67% of basic salary).
Pension: A generous pension plan with employer contributions of up to 11%.
Daily Perks: Enjoy free daily breakfast and snacks.
Health Coverage: Access subsidised private medical insurance or a fully funded cash plan, discounted gym membership, and eyecare vouchers.
Onsite Care: Regular onsite professional massages.
Support Services: Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and advice.
Family & Commuting Support
Enhanced Parental Leave: Our award-winning support includes enhanced parental leave of 26 weeks for all parents, regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
Parental Support: Receive expert coaching through the SpringBack returnity programme to guide your transition before, during, and after parental leave.
Commuting Schemes: Utilise the Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loan, and the Octopus Electric Car Scheme.
Books, Growth & Culture
Book Discounts: Receive a 75% discount on all Macmillan books, plus employee book sales at highly reduced prices.
Holiday Book Voucher: A £50 voucher for books during the winter holiday season.
Professional Development: Access training, mentoring and coaching opportunities to help you grow your career.
Giving Back: Participate in the Give As You Earn scheme to support charities directly from your salary.