Wellbeing that works for you
Do work that matters, and feel good too
Supporting Xeros to thrive
From flexible working and wellbeing support to professional growth and meaningful perks, we help you do your best work, and feel great doing it.
Leave
Annual leave: 20+ days a year
Wellbeing leave: 10+ days a year, pro-rated based on start date
Xtra leave: Five days a year to use whenever and however
Parental leave: 26 weeks paid leave with top-ups, up to 100%, Partner leave: 6 weeks paid leave in baby’s first year
Holiday leave: Three extra days over year-end shutdown (it's on the house!)
Lifestyle leave: Purchase additional time off, spread the cost over the year
Community Connect: One paid day per year for volunteering
Wellbeing
Flexible working is not just a nice to have at Xero, itʼs the way we do things.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Access free, confidential support for you and your family as part of our wellbeing program.
Modern Health: A free benefit, and our global EAP, for Xero employees and immediate family members to support and promote the wellbeing of Xeros and their families as part of our global wellbeing strategy. This service includes six coaching and six counselling sessions plus access to unique work life services that are available globally.
Mentorloop: Every Xero has access to Mentorloop, our platform for finding a mentor.
Local wellbeing programs: New wellbeing programs and activities are offered regularly in each region.
Rewards
Employee Share Plan (ESP): Own a small portion of Xero through the employee share plan (ESP). Each year, every Xero receives a percentage of their base salary in Xero shares. The number of shares varies yearly based on salary and share price. Shares are typically offered in July and, for new employees, they’re pro-rated depending on start date.
Medical insurance: Xeros in all regions can expect exceptional medical insurance coverage provided by Xero. Many regions even have a fully subsidised option for eligible Xeros.
Retirement: Competitive retirement plan options with a matching contribution from Xero.
Life insurance: Life insurance coverage is provided to Xeros with a minimum coverage amount equivalent to their base annual salary.
Xero
Xero subscription: Use our beautiful easy-to-use accounting software for your side gig or personal finances.
Xero rewards: Gain access to an array of retail discounts including stores, restaurants, holidays and products.
Global impact: Work for a company that’s in 9 countries and has 23 offices.
Environmentally conscious: Xero is certified carbon neutral and committed to supporting our customers, partners and their communities to become more sustainable.
What makes me really proud is Xero getting the Top 10 Healthy Workplaces globally award. This recognition shows that wellbeing and inclusivity are baked into our entire business strategy, right from the top, with our CEO personally invested. I can tell you, it’s not just a plaque on the wall.
The Sydney netball team had an incredible impact on our office culture and participation in non-work-related events. We may not have won every game, but we showed up with a smile every week. It was amazing to see how many Xeros filled in when we needed them.
I appreciate that Xero supports work-life balance through wellbeing days, Xtra leave and flex work for when life happens during standard hours. Plus, you're encouraged to be who you are. I'm a high energy, excitable type, which can be polarising for some. Instead of dimming my light, my team at Xero make sure that it shines.
A wellbeing strategy that moves beyond fruit bowls and yoga classes
We’re seriously committed to your wellbeing with a global strategy that aims to support, protect and promote the wellbeing of Xeros.
Promote wellbeing
Modern Health coaching for employees and their family members including online support in the app.
Xeros Connect programming provides rituals for Xeros to build meaningful connections. Events include regular Boost Day in-office experiences, global all-hands meetings, hackathons, annual company-wide volunteering efforts, Xero Day, Xerovision events, CEO Ask-Me Anything (AMAs) sessions and more.
Employee engagement surveys and pulse checks help us listen, learn, plan and take action. This program helps us grow and shape Xero into a place where we can all do meaningful work and deliver even greater value to our customers.
Protect wellbeing
'Time well spent' is our investment in programs to ensure your finite reserves of energy, time and attention are carefully looked after.
Wellbeing support to help our team through challenging times by offering 10 days of proactive wellbeing leave and free counselling services via Modern Health for Xero employees and their families.
Keep moving
We support our people to participate in local sport teams and take part in sporting events such as fun runs in each of our regions.
Some of our local teams include: Netball team (Sydney), City to Surf (Sydney), Around the Bays (NZ), Rugby team (UK).