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Employee benefits

April 20 2024

ESSSuper is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to the attraction, retention and development of all people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation and disability.

If you decide to join ESSSuper, what's in it for you? Not only is ESSSuper a great place to work, but we offer a range of fantastic benefits.

Why do our employees love working here?

We have impact Our work has meaning because we serve the people who serve the community. We're passionate about serving our members and supporting them in getting the best possible superannuation and retirement outcomes.
We invest in our people We foster achievement through the development of our people. Focusing on building expertise and agility creates professional growth opportunities for our people and ensures that we are equipped to rise to the challenges of the future.
We support flexibility Our benefits and work practices promote the health and wellbeing of our people. We value a supportive and inclusive environment.
We build strong relationships Being part a small organisation within a dynamic sector draws people to ESSSuper and the supportive work environment keeps them here. We build strong relationships & collaborate to continually strengthen the experience of our members.

Salary and remuneration

  • A salary that reflects your capability and performance
  • 17.5% leave loading for annual leave
  • ESSSuper superannuation fees fully subsidised
  • Myki commuter club
  • Employee Assistance Program.

Flexible work and leave options

  • Support for workplace flexibility
  • An extensive range of leave options ( i.e. annual, personal, and carer's leave)
  • 16 weeks paid parental / 4 weeks for secondary care givers
  • A day off to volunteer and be active in the community
  • The ability to purchase additional leave, up to 6 weeks.

Learning and career development

  • Ongoing training opportunities to enhance and grow your skills
  • Encouraging career growth through short-term assignments, secondments, and internal promotions
  • Support for formal study, that's relevant to your role/career
  • Professional memberships and associations.

“I have worked at ESSSuper as a Superannuation Consultant for just over a year. ESSSuper is an amazing place to work. The culture is fantastic and it’s great to work with people that care about their company and doing a good job.”

Superannuation Consultant

“The things I enjoy most about working at ESSSuper are the people, the environment, the variety of work as well as the challenges and opportunities. ESSSuper cares about its members who have been involved in serving our community through our emergency services and state public sector workers.”

Manager Business Support & Reporting

“Throughout my career at ESSSuper I have been fortunate enough to secure many opportunities to grow with roles in people management in operations and member facing teams, all of which have provided me with many challenges and have been personally rewarding ”

Manager Member Education

“I joined ESSSuper in October 2007, starting as a consultant in the member service centre. During my time here, I have been lucky enough to have had many opportunities to grow and develop. ESSSuper is like a family the staff are friendly and supportive. A great place to work”

Manager Employer Relationship and Data Quality

“Our values are at the fore front of everything we do and it is so rewarding working for a successful and reputable superannuation company and assisting our members in various stages of their life and helping them in retirement”

Superannuation Consultant

“I have been with the company for over 30 years, the work environment is fun, challenging, stimulating, team orientated and provides ample opportunities for staff to make a real difference. ”

Manager Business Support & Reporting
Careers at ESSSuper