We provide an extensive range of benefits. The healthier our lifestyles, the better resilience and longevity we are likely to have. We believe in providing resources that will alleviate distractions allowing employees to do their best work.
We offer health cover, which gives prompt access to specialist medical treatment. Everyone can enjoy the same comprehensive cover, regardless of previous medical history. Family members can be included in the scheme (at an additional cost).
All employees can enrol in a dental plan as part of their health cover, which will be deducted from monthly pay.
Employees are entitled to a free yearly eye test as part of their health insurance.
AKQA offers free access to doctors 24/7 through an app, providing medical advice, answering questions and giving employees peace of mind.
Becoming overwhelmed by stress can lead to mental health problems or make existing problems worse. AKQA has a number of places for employees to reach out to for support and advice.
A free 24/7 confidential service that offers practical support on work, family, relationships, money and health.
We provide all AKQA employees with a Macbook or PC to work on and a monthly allowance towards your mobile phone bill if your role role requires it. To make your working environment at home as comfortable as possible, AKQA contribute towards equipment to get you set up.
AKQA Insight features presentations, case studies and points of view from across the AKQA global network, plus external guest speakers and key figures from innovative disciplines.
Managers can significantly impact business outcomes, employee engagement, and performance. We ensure all line managers have the opportunity to attend a four-module programme, teaching them skills to become effective managers.
AKQA offers access to Coursera, an online training platform with an extensive list of accredited courses by Google and more.
We offer team and individual development opportunities, including industry-related events and accredited qualifications.
We offer 30 days’ annual holiday per year plus bank holidays; two of these days are used over Christmas to ensure that everyone has the entire period from Christmas Day to the New Year off. We offer an additional day of annual holiday for each completed year at AKQA, up to 30 days.
AKQA is open to flexible working patterns, including reducing weekly hours. Employees can work from home every Friday. We also offer employees a two hour break on Fridays for prayer.
A range of ERGs or groups across our network can be joined to unite employees around a shared identity or interest. We know connecting with colleagues is important, whether in person or virtually, so we host regular events, breakfasts and more to bring our teams together.
Complimentary fresh fruit, herbal teas and drinks are available with milk alternatives. There are coffee machines throughout the studio and a subsidised vending machine.
We offer birthday days off, which can be taken any day within the birthday week.
To ensure time off with new babies is as rewarding as possible, AKQA offers an enhanced maternity package (which increases the longer employees have worked at AKQA). Expectant parents are entitled to reasonable paid time off for antenatal care.
New parents are entitled to five days of paid leave immediately after their baby is born.
If studying for a professional qualification and time to prepare for an assignment is required, AKQA will offer ten days off per year.
We provide an allowance towards an annual ticket to travel to your home country.
Prioritising you is essential to your wellbeing, particularly during the ongoing challenges in the world. Self-care strategies allow you to take charge of your mental and physical health. In addition to organised opportunities through sport, yoga and meditation, we’ve compiled a wide range of self-care resources for families and individuals, combined with continuous positive lifestyle encouragement and support for our employees.
