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At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to add life to a lifetime of learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. That’s why our c.20,000 Pearson employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world’s leading learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us, learning isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are. Visit us at pearsonplc.com read more
Pearson Company Culture
Pearson Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.7/5
Pearson's Overall Culture is rated D
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Perks & Benefits
B-Compensation
CHappiness
CGender
C-Manager
C-Pearson CEO
Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies
Omar Abbosh
58 /100
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Diversity at Pearson
Bottom 30%Bottom 30% of Similar Size Companies
C-
Diverse employees at Pearson have rated Team, Environment, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Pearson
Bottom 35%Bottom 35% of Similar Size Companies
C-
Women at Pearson have rated Team, Perks And Benefits, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored
Pearson eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 30%Bottom 30% of Similar Size Companies
Recommend to a Friend?
-25
Pearson employees are -25% more likely to recommend Pearson as a great place to work
| 29% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 17% | Passives |
| 54% | Detractors |
Working at Pearson
Working at Pearson is rated below average by 439 employees, across various culture dimensions. Pearson employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that Executive Team and Outlook have the most room for improvement, putting Pearson’s culture in the Bottom 20% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably. See below in detail how working at Pearson was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Pearson
D
Overall Company Culture at Pearson is rated D
Last updated today
Bottom
20%
Pearson ranks in the Bottom 20% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Pearson Employee Reviews
Out of 324 Pearson employee reviews, 77% were positive. The remaining 23% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Pearson improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 77% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 23% |
Positive Reviews From Pearson Employees
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Package wise Pearson is a good company..no issue.
- What is the best part about your compensation package?My annual Bonus is great
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?always learning, this does not change
Constructive Feedback From Pearson Employees
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Be consistent and stick to the decisions you have made over time so that they can bear fruit.
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Leadership doublespeak is hard to follow, continuous growth, AI evolution mindset seems shortsighted
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?More opportunties to progress. Clear expectations. Decisions based on data rather than favoritism
Pearson Company Information
Pearson Company Overview
At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to add life to a lifetime of learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. That’s why our c.20,000 Pearson employees are committed to creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are the world’s leading learning company, serving customers in nearly 200 countries with digital content, assessments, qualifications, and data. For us, learning isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are. Visit us at pearsonplc.com
Pearson was founded in 1844 and its current CEO is Omar Abbosh. Since its inception 182 years ago, Pearson has grown to 20000 employees.
Pearson Mission, Vision & Values
Pearson Mission Statement
We add life to a lifetime of learning.
Pearson Vision Statement
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact.
Pearson Values
- We ask why.
- We ask what if.
- We earn trust.
- We deliver quality.
- We make our mark.
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Pearson
As the world’s leading learning company, creating a more sustainable world is a natural part of everything we do. Learning?itself is the greatest force for change in our world and helping people gain knowledge and?skills is,?inherently, a way to improve our planet and our society.??
We do that every day by turning our products into vibrant learning experiences, focusing on our people, and?protecting our planet. This forms the bedrock of our Sustainable Business Strategy.
| Headquarter | 80 Strand England WC2R 0BP United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Website | plc.pearson.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1844 |
| Tel | (212) 337-9619 |
| Company Status | Public |
| Jobs | plc.pearson.com/careers |
| Social Sites |
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Pearson employees generally work 9.2 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Pearson report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
On a typical day, employees at Pearson have 1 meeting
Meetings
A Day in the Life
79% of Pearson employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Pearson employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
56% of Pearson employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
Pearson employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a quarter
Feedback
A Day in the Life
56% of Pearson employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Pearson Employees
Pearson has 20000 employees. 439 employees at Pearson have reviewed Pearson across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was today.
Overall, the 439 Pearson employees give their leadership a grade of D, or Bottom 20% of similar size companies. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Pearson are not very pleased with their total compensation at Pearson, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Pearson are generally satisfied with their team. 439 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. Less than half believe the meetings at Pearson are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Pearson believe the environment at Pearson is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Pearson is comfortably fast. About 54% of the employees at Pearson work 8 hours or less, while 8% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Pearson are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Pearson - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Pearson is that the company was very prepared on their first day. Pearson employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 43% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Pearson KPIs and OKRs
At Pearson 40% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Pearson's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 20 Pearson employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 9 have said yes.
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Pearson CEO & Leadership
Pearson CEO - Omar Abbosh
58 /100
Pearson’s CEO Omar Abbosh started in this role in 2024. Omar’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Omar in the Bottom 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably. Omar Abbosh’s employees rank Pearson in the Top 40% for Perks And Benefits, in the Bottom 45% for Compensation, and in the Bottom 40% for Happiness. Abbosh is generally unpopular with Pearson employees, but ranks especially low with employees in the Design department, and by employees in the Engineering department and employees in the Operations department. However, employees in the Product department have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO.
Pearson Leadership
The Pearson Executive Team is rated a “D-” and led by CEO Omar Abbosh, Chief Executive Omar Abbosh, and Chief Financial Officer Sally Johnson
Omar Abbosh CEO / President
Omar Abbosh serves as the CEO / President of Pearson.
Omar Abbosh Chief Executive
Omar Abbosh has a career spanning more than 30 years driving growth and transformation for leading multinational... read more
Sally Johnson Chief Financial Officer
Sally joined Pearson in 2000, and has held various finance and operations roles across The Penguin Group, the education... read more
Tom Ap Simon President - Higher Education and Virtual Learning
Tom has 19 years of international business and finance experience. At Pearson, he has led the Virtual Schools business,... read more
Lynne Frank Chief Marketing Officer and Co-President, Direct to Consumer
Lynne has over 25 years of experience in the media industry. Previously, she has worked in companies such as... read more
Gio Giovannelli President - English Language Learning
Gio has over 25 years of international business experience, including four CEO roles in Brazil. Previous board roles... read more
Mike Howells President - Workforce Skills
Mike has more than 20 years of international business experience. Previously, he has worked in the British diplomatic... read more
Sulaekha “Sue” Kolloru Chief Strategy Officer
Sue has more than 20 years of global strategy and corporate experience. Previously, she held engineering roles at... read more
Pearson Salaries
How much does Pearson pay?
How much do people at Pearson get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Pearson is $118,457, or $56 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $226,140, or $108 per hour.
At Pearson, the highest paid job is a Director of Operations at $222,000 annually and the lowest is an Editor at $52,685 annually. Average Pearson salaries by department include: Marketing at $68,457, Communications at $52,685, Engineering at $147,240, and Product at $93,259. Half of Pearson salaries are above $226,140.
236 employees at Pearson rank their Compensation in the Bottom 45% of similar sized companies (based on 715 ratings) while 227 employees at Pearson rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 40% of similar sized companies (based on 244 ratings).
Salaries contributed from Pearson employees include job titles like Principal Engineer, Lead Engineer, Senior Developer, and QA Manager. Comparably data has a total of 34 salary records from Pearson employees.
Last updated a day ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $107k | $107k | 1st Percentile |
20th Percentile $159k | $159k | 20th Percentile |
40th Percentile $225k | $225k | 40th Percentile |
60th Percentile $238k | $238k | 60th Percentile |
80th Percentile $250k | $250k | 80th Percentile |
100th Percentile $266k | $266k | 100th Percentile |
$118,457*
Average Compensation
$226,140*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Pearson Salaries by City
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Pearson Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Pearson
Diverse employees at Pearson score the company 59/100 across various culture categories, placing Pearson in the Bottom 30% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Pearson across various culture dimensions.
We believe we’re at our best when we harness the unique skills, perspectives and backgrounds of every employee.,,At Pearson, creating learning experiences that build a more just and inclusive world isn’t something we take lightly. It’s the responsibility of every one of our employees and partners and is a journey that involves us all.,,That’s why we’re building a culture of belonging for everyone who works for and with us. We’re creating more opportunities for diverse perspectives to be heard and valued, as well as more moments that are equitable and enriching. After all, it’s what we do inside Pearson that helps us create vibrant and inclusive experiences for those we serve.,,We know we have a long way to go, but we’re not going it alone. Internally and externally, we are engaging people of all races, ethnicities, ages, genders, orientations, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring they are seen, heard, and given opportunities to thrive.,,Together, we are raising the bar, holding ourselves accountable, and truly fulfilling our purpose - to add life to a lifetime of learning.
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Pearson Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Gym Membership / Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Performance Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Company Social Outings
- Legal Assistance
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
Pearson PTO
Pearson's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year with 89% of employees expected to be work free while out of office. Paid Time Off is Pearson's 2nd most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 33% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Pearson's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.
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Pearson Careers
Pearson Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Pearson applied for 21 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
Pearson has a total of 20000 employees
21
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (21 out of 21)
- 0% Denied ( out of 21)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 21)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 21)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let Pearson Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in Pearson on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 47% | |
|---|---|---|
Product | 33% | |
Engineering | 10% | |
Marketing | 7% | |
Executive | 3% |
Candidates By Location
New York City | 17% | |
|---|---|---|
San Francisco | 17% | |
Boston | 7% | |
Denver | 7% | |
Aurora | 3% | |
Other | 50% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Pearson
What is Pearson address?
Pearson location is at 80 Strand
Who is the CEO of Pearson?
Pearson CEO is Omar Abbosh, their score by employees is 58
What is Pearson eNPS?
The eNPS for Pearson is -25
What is the salary for Editor in Pearson?
Editor average salary in the US is 53k
What are the salaries in the Design in Pearson?
The average salaries for Design in Pearson is 99k
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