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 4.5 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 (652) , Electrician (70) , Team Leader (54) , Software Engineer (42) , Dual Fuel Smart Meter Engineer (37) , Customer Service Representative (36) , Operations Manager (35) , Smart Meter Engineer (34) , Smart Tech Specialist (28) , Brand Ambassador (23) , Customer Service (23) , Senior Software Engineer (23) , Sales Specialist (22) , Plumber (20) , Credit Specialist (17)

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 162 reviews)); "Nice colleagues work along side you" ((in 59 reviews)); "Good training and focus on your development" ((in 54 reviews)); "good benefits and treats if you work from an office" ((in 45 reviews)); "Good work environment" ((in 36 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 59 reviews)); "Low salary but thats par for the course in what are called unskilled jobs within the UK." ((in 37 reviews)); "• While the company offers equity there are no bonuses." ((in 14 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.

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Octopus Energy reviews

4.8

97% would recommend to a friend

(1,591 total reviews)

Giorgio Tomassetti

99% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.8

Culture & values

4.8

Diversity & inclusion

4.6

Senior management

4.6

Compensation and benefits

4.6

Career opportunities

4.5

Work/Life balance

Octopus Energy has an employee rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,591 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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Reviews by job title

2K reviews

5.0

Jun 8, 2026

Best job I have had, hopefully the start of a great career

Energy specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Comprehensive training for every employee, whether they have worked in the energy industry before or not. - Incomparable culture and support. - Ethically aligned to my values and morals. - Decent work benefits.

Cons

- Whilst learning opportunities are well supported, there is a lot to cover and it takes time, motivation and dedication. Its not a guarantee that every person will be the right fit. Employees must be resilient and well organised. - Growth within the company is possible for a while, but there is definitely a point where breaking past the ceiling requires a lot more work and ability to justify it. Its not necessarily a con, but its a consideration. - Large work load

3.0

Jun 8, 2026

Flexible work environment but lacks career development programs

Electrician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Accommodating, fairly flexible, equipment availability

Cons

No program for career development. Company policies which go unnecessarily beyond regulatory standards. Seems like a dead man's shoes for if your face fits to progress kind of company.

5.0

Jun 8, 2026

Supportive and inclusive culture

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Supportive — employees are cared for and encouraged to succeed. Appreciative — the company recognizes and values its people. Inclusive — everyone feels welcomed, respected, and part of the team. Progressive — forward-thinking and committed to growth and improvement. Rewarding — provides fulfillment, opportunities, and recognition for hard work.

Cons

Pay could be higher, but that can be said about any job!

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