Elsevier

Elsevier is a global information analytics company that specializes in scientific, technical, and medical (STM) content. Founded in 1880 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and now headquartered in Amsterdam, it operates as a subsidiary of RELX Group. The company serves over 30 million scientists, health professionals, and students worldwide by publishing journals, books, and digital tools, with offices in 77 countries. Elsevier publishes approximately 16% of global research, offering a wide range of peer-reviewed journals and databases, including EMBASE. It also provides comprehensive books and encyclopedias, along with advanced digital tools for research management and decision support in science and healthcare. The company has a rich history of innovation, evolving from print publishing to a technology-focused provider of analytics and data services, making significant contributions to the academic and healthcare sectors.

Information Services Amsterdam, Netherlands Founded 1880 ~6,963 employees

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Employees
6,963
+1.7% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$550K
Revenue ~$3.8B
12-month attrition
5%
Tech: 5%
H1B filings, FY2026
22
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
121
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Elsevier went from 6,022 employees in Oct 2024 to 6,963 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 327 people joined, 83 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other3,491
Engineering1,071
Marketing783
Sales469
Operations404
Success281
Finance217
Product121

Salaries at Elsevier

All salaries

70 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering43
Operations12
Marketing6
Design3
Sales1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 22 filings.

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Elsevier FAQ

How many employees does Elsevier have?

Elsevier has about 6,963 employees, up 1.7% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Elsevier sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Elsevier filed 22 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Elsevier's revenue per employee?

Elsevier makes about $550K in revenue per employee, based on $3.83B annual revenue and 6,963 employees.

How much does Elsevier pay?

6figr has 70 salary profiles for Elsevier in the US and 41 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Elsevier salaries page. See Elsevier salaries in the US

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.