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Hours flexibility

Hours flexibility

93%

Location flexibility

Location flexibility

89%

Role modelling

Role modelling

89%

Emerald Publishing

Publishing
Research
E-Learning

Bringing research to life

Publishing
Research
E-Learning

Emerald Publishing is a global publisher linking research and practice. It was founded in 1967 to champion new ideas that advance research and practice. Today, we continue to nurture fresh thinking in applied fields where we feel we can make a real difference. We publish over 350 journals, more than 2,500 books and over 1,500 case studies, via our dedicated research platform.

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What Emerald Publishing offers their employees

89%

Location flexibility

Employees are very happy with their working location freedom
93%

Hours flexibility

Employees are very happy with the flexibility in the hours they work
80%

Work-life balance

Employees feel that they can switch off quite easily from work
85%

Autonomy

Employees feel they have complete autonomy over getting their work done

Approach to inclusion

We believe passionately in equitable representation, influence and opportunity for all; regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, gender, age or socioeconomic background. But the truth is that within Emerald and our communities we still have a long way to go.  We must consistently invest our time and resources to ensure that our workplace is inclusive and accessible by design, and that we are playing our part in driving change within our communities.

Our action plan for diversity, inclusion, and accessibility is sponsored by the executive team and is driven by a network of employees who are empowered to make sure that our strategy remains meaningful and relevant to our communities around the world.  

Flexible working at Emerald Publishing

We perform at our best when we feel trusted and are able to choose an approach to working that suits us best which is why Emerald offers fully flexible hybrid working. We have no core hours so you really can work when suits you best. You simply need to be fully transparent with your availability and ensure business needs are met.

We have office space which you can choose to work from or you can be fully remote. We only ask that you attend the office 12 times per year to collaborate with your colleagues. We also support part time working and compressed hours 😀

What Employees like about Emerald Publishing
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Working Environment

For me, right now, the flexibility trumps the pay. I have 2 small children, both with additional needs and the flexibility we have at Emerald allows me to continue to grow in my career, without having to sacrifice being there for my family too.

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Purpose

This is a relatively small business with big ambitions and we work hard to achieve our goals. It is a very friendly and welcoming company, where people can be themselves.

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Culture

My company really care about the people who work there. They are very supportive. The flexibility is perfect for work/life balance. It is of no detriment to the amount and quality of the work produced. I feel very lucky to work at such a forward thinking and all inclusive company.

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Inclusion

Emerald is a diverse, welcoming and nurturing company to work for. There is flexibility in all aspects and all the employees work together as one big team

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Culture

Emerald has a fresh way of thinking, and a genuine commitment to always working toward advancing its social impact. That is combined with good benefits, flexibility and opportunities creates a positive company that carefully balances feeling young and energetic, with careful and considerate management It's the best company I've ever worked for even in challenging times.

Awards & Achievements

Family Friendly

Family Friendly

Flexa awards 2025
Most flexible companies

Most flexible companies

Flexa100 2024
Media & Agencies

Media & Agencies

Industry awards 2023
Most flexible companies

Most flexible companies

Flexa100 2023
2nd – Media

2nd – Media

Industry awards 2022
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Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces

2025
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Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces

2024
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Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality

2024
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Most Flexible Media & Agencies Companies

2023

Working at Emerald Publishing

Remote-first – with office for co-working

Fully flexible hours

Company employees:

330

Gender diversity (m:f):

42:58

Hiring in countries

United Kingdom

Office Locations

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Employee benefits

  • Open to part-time employees
  • Open to compressed hours
  • Sabbaticals
  • Enhanced maternity leave – 16 weeks full pay, 16 weeks half pay
  • Enhanced paternity leave – 4 weeks full pay
  • Adoption leave – 16 weeks full pay, 16 weeks half pay
  • Shared parental leave
  • Work from anywhere scheme – In-country
  • 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Pregnancy loss leave
  • Carer’s leave
  • Tax-free childcare
  • Compassionate leave
  • Buy or sell annual leave – up to 5 days per year
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • On-site gym
  • Life assurance
  • Annual pay rises
  • Annual bonus – discretionary based on company performance
  • Volunteer days – 2 paid days per year
  • Charity donation scheme – via payroll
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Work from home budget – £26 per month
  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Eye Care Support
  • Mental health first aiders
  • Mental health platform access
  • Private GP service
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Paid anniversary break
  • Bank holiday swaps
  • Fully stocked snack cupboard
  • Referral bonus
  • Returnship
  • LinkedIn learning license
  • Professional subscriptions
  • In house training
  • Summer Fridays - Friday afternoons off during the summer period
  • Emerald Extras - discounts /cashback schemes
  • Moments that Matter days
  • Regional variances apply to our regional offices