Does Diageo pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Diageo employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Diageo. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Diageo?

70% of Diageo employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Diageo 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Diageo?

Manager (84) , Project Manager (59) , Brand Manager (57) , Finance Manager (49) , Senior Manager (48) , Analyst (45) , Marketing (38) , Sales Executive (35) , Assistant Manager (32) , Financial Analyst (31) , Sales Representative (31) , Sales Manager (28) , Business Analyst (26) , Intern (26) , Senior Associate (26)

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

"Benefits are good and motivated" ((in 282 reviews)); "Some great people and leaders" ((in 272 reviews)); "Great culture and brands with focus on innovation and sustainability" ((in 251 reviews)); "Good Work life balance if you are not very ambitious" ((in 179 reviews)); "Good pay and perks available" ((in 104 reviews))

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

"Low salary if you want move up on the carrier ledger you wont get much more either" ((in 149 reviews)); "Poor Management Follow a quota system for hiring versus merit Stripped all the sales incentive bonuses over the 7 year period" ((in 120 reviews)); "Senior leadership can’t make decisions and are out of touch with the changing landscape" ((in 63 reviews)); "Some of f the Senior Managers out their depth and unable to make decisions that are required timely." ((in 42 reviews)); "Long hours and a challenging role" ((in 39 reviews))

What are employees saying about Diageo layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Diageo locations?

Buenos Aires , San Martín , Pueblo General Belgrano

Diageo reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(3,478 total reviews)

Dave Lewis

85% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

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Diageo has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 3,478 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Diageo employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews

4.0

Nov 15, 2015

My friends are always jealous

Human resources manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Great industry with brands that boast global status and legendary histories - You get to work with great people who really care about doing a great job and have some fun - Great flexible working culture

Cons

- Need a bit more investment in our systems

Diageo Response

10y

Hello, thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience of working for Diageo. We are really glad to hear that you are enjoying your time with us so much.

3.0

Nov 4, 2015

great brands, but the culture doesn't reflect the energy of the brands

Brand marketing manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The processes and intentions in this company are great,

Cons

With constant layoffs and people coming in and out, the culture and environment is not the best

Diageo Response

10y

Hello, thanks for sharing your experience and we are glad that you are enjoying working at Diageo. We are constantly looking for ways to improve and so thank you for sharing your thoughts on our culture.

3.0

Sep 27, 2015

Plainfield Plant

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great Brands, Plainfield Plant underwent tremendous growth and change. Great experience in a fast pace environment until it got to political.

Cons

To many corporate people making bad decisions for the Plant. HR was the worst ever in handling of job eliminations. No compassion or support.

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