About Us
Who we are
With a history stretching back over 200 years, HarperCollins is the second largest consumer book publisher in the world. Here at HarperCollins UK, we publish around 1,500 books a year for readers of all ages and interests.
Our values
We believe in the power of publishing, so we strive to employ the best people to bring the best authors and books to our readers. Our values guide us in building respectful relationships, constantly innovating and championing diversity of thought helping us to create a fair, diverse and inclusive company that is a leader in our industry. Our values tell a story.
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Our Benefits
Our people are important to us. We couldn’t do what we do without them. While we know they’re passionate about finding and sharing the best stories, we want them to feel passionate about where they work too. So we offer plenty of benefits and opportunities to help them get the most from a career with us.
Holiday
28 days of annual leave in England and 27 days in Scotland and Ireland 26, in addition to public holidays, pro-rated for part-time staff
Employee Pension
Employees are eligible to join our generous contributory pension scheme, which we will match up to 6%
Flexible Benefits
Choose from a range of flexible benefits including dental insurance, health screening, critical illness cover, travel insurance and more
Family First
To support you and your family, we offer enhanced pay for maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental leave
Season Ticket Loan
A tax-free loan to help spread the cost of an annual season ticket.
Eyecare Voucher
Free eye test if based in England as well as further discounts towards eyewear needed for working on a computer.
Cycle to Work Scheme
A tax-free loan to help you buy the bike you have had your eye on.
Global Book Scheme
Download up to 8 titles (ebook or audio) a week and a generous 70% discount on harpercollins.co.uk
Complimentary Subscriptions
Specially discounted industry subscriptions
Learning and Development
A variety of online courses by external providers as well as peer-to-peer.
Private healthcare
Employees are eligible to join our private medical insurance scheme with AXA
Subsidised Canteen
Subsidised meals at our London and Glasgow sites
Holiday Exchange
Employees are able to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave a year with the company
Work From Anywhere week
You have the option to work from anywhere for 1 week per year
EAP
Access to our employee assistance programme, including a 24-hour support line and online portal to contact professionals who can help with emotional and legal advice