Employee benefits
Guided by core values
Our success behaviours – inclusive teamwork, mission-driven execution, innovative problem-solving and continuous learning – outline how we work and enhance individual performance, as well as our service to students and each other daily.
A proud member of a global network
Torrens University staff benefits
Financial empowerment
Paid parental leave
Primary carers are eligible for up to 12 weeks and secondary carers for up to 4 weeks, allowing you to spend essential time with your new family member.
Performance-based pay
You are rewarded for your achievements with a compensation structure that supports your growth and contributes to the university’s success.
Faculty recognition
Academics are recognised through a fair promotions process and awards/fellowships that highlight excellence in teaching and research.
Novated lease program
Choose employer-managed car lease payments and receive tax savings through salary packaging.
Corporate discounts
Save on a wide variety of goods and services, including gym memberships, movie tickets, hotel bookings, and receive discounts at popular retail stores.
Wellbeing and support
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Receive up to six confidential counselling sessions per calendar year for both personal and professional support for you and your immediate family.
The Practice Wellbeing Centre
Access affordable holistic health and wellbeing services at our student-led clinic, including nutrition, naturopathy, Chinese Medicine and more.
Flu vaccination
Receive annual vaccinations at no cost to help protect your health.
Medibank corporate discounts
Benefit from discounted rates on a variety of health insurance products
Be Good Day
Dedicate one paid day each year to volunteer, supporting social causes that are important to you, the community and beyond.
Professional growth
Tuition-free study at Torrens University
Study undergraduate or postgraduate programs related to your role at no cost. Access discounts for courses outside your role, with reduced fees available for your family as well
LinkedIn Learning
Gain unlimited access to thousands of professional courses designed to help you upskill and excel.
SEED Mentoring Program
Receive personalised guidance and career development opportunities that propel your professional success.
Coursera – Career Academy
Enhance your career and educational experience with real-world skills and training, earning industry-recognised credentials.
Welch Way Management Training Program
Hone leadership and management skills through self-paced courses that offer practical insights applicable across all career levels.
Career opportunities
Unlock new opportunities to excel within our organisation through prioritised internal hiring.
Torrens University Library
Access a vast collection of books, journals and online resources at no cost.
Work-life harmony
Flexible working
Your work setup is tailored to suit your role and personal needs, whether that means face-to-face, hybrid, fully remote or flexible hours.
Annual leave purchase scheme
Take time off when you need it most by adding additional leave to your balance.
Optional work on Australia Day
You can choose to work on this public holiday, as we honour and respect diverse cultural perspectives and individual choices.
Gift days
Earn additional days off when you use your annual leave entitlement throughout the year.
Study leave
Support your continuous learning and development with paid time off to study or train.
Service recognition
Celebrate your career milestones at Torrens University with gift vouchers and additional days off.
