Penguin Random House

Penguin Random House is a prominent multinational book publishing company, formed in 2013 from the merger of Penguin Books and Random House. Headquartered in New York City, it employs over 10,000 people and operates more than 250 publishing imprints worldwide. The company publishes over 15,000 new titles each year across various genres, including fiction, nonfiction, children's books, and reference works. With a rich heritage in literary publishing, Penguin Random House is known for its prestigious imprints such as Alfred A. Knopf, Pantheon Books, and Puffin Books. It has a strong reputation for publishing award-winning literature, including works recognized by the Nobel Prize and Pulitzer Prize. The company also engages in multimedia projects, including film production and children's television development, expanding its reach beyond traditional publishing. Penguin Random House serves a diverse global audience, including readers, libraries, and educational institutions, while actively supporting authors through digital platforms and writing communities.

Publishing New York, United States Founded 2013 ~4,414 employees

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Employees
4,414
+1.2% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$1.1M
Revenue ~$4.9B
12-month attrition
5.4%
Tech: 3.6%
H1B filings, FY2026
2
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Penguin Random House went from 4,019 employees in Jul 2023 to 4,414 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 208 people joined, 60 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other3,110
Marketing381
Sales314
Design188
Operations169
Engineering90
Success60
Finance51

Salaries at Penguin Random House

All salaries

7 salary profiles in the US

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity ยท India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering3
Design2
Marketing2
Operations1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 2 filings.

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Penguin Random House FAQ

How many employees does Penguin Random House have?

Penguin Random House has about 4,414 employees, up 1.2% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Penguin Random House sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Penguin Random House filed 2 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Marketing roles.

What is Penguin Random House's revenue per employee?

Penguin Random House makes about $1.11M in revenue per employee, based on $4.92B annual revenue and 4,414 employees.

How much does Penguin Random House pay?

6figr has 7 salary profiles for Penguin Random House in the US and 3 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Penguin Random House salaries page. See Penguin Random House salaries in the US

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