Benefits and perks at ESA
Learn about the 14 benefits and perks ESA offers its employees.
Company meals
Most ESA sites offer a subsidised restaurant and coffee bar.
Tax-free salaries
ESA salaries are exempt from national income tax in ESA Member States.
Generous vacation
Staff are entitled to 12 public holidays and 32.5 days of annual leave.
Family allowances
Depending on personal circumstances, staff may receive family allowances.
Education allowance
An education allowance may be provided depending on personal circumstances.
Wellness benefits
Most ESA sites offer sports facilities including a gym and exercise classes.
Expatriation allowance
An expatriation allowance may be provided depending on personal circumstances.
Flexible working hours
The standard working week at ESA is 40 hours, with the ability to adjust daily start and finish times.
Home leave
Under certain conditions, an additional eight days' home leave are granted to expatriate staff every two years.
World-wide private insurance cover
Affiliation to a social security scheme providing cover for sickness, maternity, accident and disability, including medical care worldwide.
Retirement benefits
Affiliation to ESA's pension scheme where rights are accrued yearly. Staff are eligible for a retirement pension from age 63 after 10 years of service.
Relocation support
A relocation support package is available for those who need to move country, including reimbursement of removal expenses and an installation allowance.
Remote and teleworking options
Staff can work from home for 40% of the month, and up to 80% with management agreement. Options to telework from another country exist with some limitations.
Learning and development budget
A comprehensive catalogue of training courses on a wide range of topics covering technical skills, project management, leadership and more to support professional growth.
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