Does Octopus Energy pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Octopus Energy employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Octopus Energy. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Octopus Energy?

97% of Octopus Energy employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Octopus Energy 4.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.8 for culture and values and 4.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Octopus Energy?

Energy Specialist (660) , Electrician (74) , Team Leader (54) , Software Engineer (42) , Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer (37) , Customer Service Representative (36) , Operations Manager (36) , Smart Meter Engineer (35) , Smart Tech Specialist (28) , Brand Ambassador (24) , Customer Service (23) , Senior Software Engineer (23) , Sales Specialist (22) , Plumber (21) , Credit Specialist (18)

What are the pros of working at Octopus Energy according to real employee reviews?

"Great people and lots of areas to expand knowledge and find the right role for you" ((in 164 reviews)); "A great D&I and talent team !" ((in 91 reviews)); "Good work life balance here" ((in 69 reviews)); "Nice colleagues work along side you" ((in 64 reviews)); "good management here and wise one" ((in 58 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Octopus Energy according to real employee reviews?

"8. Pay is low for level and quantity of work required" ((in 58 reviews)); "Inadequate training caused a lot of work" ((in 43 reviews)); "Low salary but thats par for the course in what are called unskilled jobs within the UK." ((in 36 reviews)); "• While the company offers equity there are no bonuses." ((in 15 reviews)); "Little to no career progression :(" ((in 8 reviews))

What are employees saying about Octopus Energy layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Octopus Energy layoffs and their outlook for job security at Octopus Energy in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Octopus Energy locations?

Ascoli Piceno , Ancarano , Roma , Milano , San Benedetto del Tronto , Sant'Egidio alla Vibrata

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Octopus Energy reviews

4.8

97% would recommend to a friend

(1,613 total reviews)

Giorgio Tomassetti

99% approve of CEO

92% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.8

Culture & values

4.8

Diversity & inclusion

4.6

Work/Life balance

4.6

Senior management

4.6

Compensation and benefits

4.6

Career opportunities

Octopus Energy has an employee rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,613 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Octopus Energy employee rating is 36% above average for employers within the Energia, estrazione mineraria, servizi di pubblica utilità industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews

5.0

Mar 16, 2026

6 months in

Solar roofer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I don't feel like just a number like I thought I would coming from having my own business. Mostly great work colleagues and great managers. Wish I'd joined the octopus team years ago

Cons

I haven't come across anything to cause concern

5.0

Mar 16, 2026

Great place to work

Investment director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Culture and people are incredible - Fast paced and dynamic - Flexible working helps with work life balance

Cons

- Compensation is below market

5.0

Mar 16, 2026

A rewarding five years with great opportunities to grow

Dual fuel smart meter engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I’ve been with Octopus for around five years, starting out as a smart meter installer. In my second year I began installing EV chargers, which allowed me to broaden my skills and take on additional responsibilities. Over the past year I’ve continued to progress by upskilling to install three-phase meters, which has been another great step in developing my career. I’ve genuinely enjoyed my time working for Octopus. I’ve had the chance to work with a lot of great people along the way, including supportive colleagues, helpful managers, and many friendly customers. The team environment has always been positive and it’s made the job enjoyable day-to-day. Overall, I’m grateful for the opportunities to grow, learn new skills, and work with such a good group of people, and I’m looking forward to continuing to develop further in the future.

Cons

One area that could be improved is communication at times, particularly around changes to processes or scheduling, as clearer updates can help engineers plan their days more efficiently. Travel time between jobs can also sometimes be challenging, especially when appointments are spread out or further apart. Factoring travel time more consistently into scheduling would help engineers manage their day more effectively and reduce unnecessary pressure. There can also occasionally be challenges with workload planning and logistics, but overall I’ve found that colleagues and managers are supportive when these issues arise. My overall experience has still been very positive.

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