Gumtree

Online local marketplace

Gumtree logo
21-100 employees
  • B2C
  • Marketplace
  • Consumer Goods
Waterloo, London, UK

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Company mission

To be the go-to marketplace for the Home making every transaction effortless and secure.

Our take

Gumtree is a leading UK online classifieds platform where people can buy, sell, and trade locally. Since 2000, it's connected communities and helped people find exactly what they need, affordably and nearby.

With over 9.2M visitors monthly, Gumtree is a go-to site for millions. And with 2.2M live listings, it's no surprise that its become a household name for anyone looking to buy or sell locally.

Beyond its massive reach, Gumtree focuses on giving back by supporting causes like Save the Children and Centrepoint. Every month it helps 14M people find what they need, while promoting sustainability through reuse and sharing.

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Benefits

  • Compensation: We’re all about giving credit where it’s due! That’s why you’ll get a great salary, plus either a yearly bonus or regular commission—depends on the role you’re in. And about your pension—we’ve got your back. We’ll chip in 6%, and you only need to put in 4%. Additionally, we offer Income Protection up to 75% of your annual salary
  • Hybrid Working: We've recently moved to our new state-of-the art offices in London Waterloo. Our hybrid policy gives you the flexibility to work where you thrive
  • Time off: To help you recharge, you’ll start with at least 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 as your length of service grows. We have buy and sell holiday options too. And don’t worry—bank holidays are always included on top
  • WF Abroad: We get that flexibility and work-life balance matter to you. That's why we offer 2-4 weeks of working from abroad, depending on your contract
  • Health and Wellbeing: We’re here to look out for you. With WeCare digital GP and mental health support, and access to Peppy for those tricky health areas like menopause, fertility, baby stuff, and more. Plus, some roles come with Private Medical and Dental Care as an added perk!
  • Enhanced Parental Leave: Your family is important to you, so it matters to us too! Our Maternity policy has got you covered 20 weeks on full pay, followed by SMP. Fathers to be are covered for 2 weeks on full pay

Leadership

Mike Fairman

(CEO)

Previous CEO of Checkatrade and giffgaff. Also worked as the Head of O2 Broadband and as Head Product Developer for O2 and O2 Telefonica respectively.