Here are the top 10 companies to check out, according to thousands of fresh grads.
First on our list is Sparke Helmore Lawyers, which have been providing legal services in Australia for the last 140+ years. They have 850 people across nine offices and serve a variety of Australian and global organisations.
“The culture is phenomenal. The people are very approachable and there is a strong community within the firm. You get to socialise with your team on a daily basis but also with the rest of the teams on your floor. The graduate program also seems to create a close connection with your fellow grads.”
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Johnstaff is a consultancy firm that mainly serves government organisations across Australia and New Zealand. With 250+ employees, Johnstaff describes itself as an “employee-owned business that's big enough to attract iconic projects and [leading] professionals … but small enough to remain genuine and unpretentious.”
“There is a great team culture here at Johnstaff. While there is a defined hierarchy on each project and within the broader team, everyone is given an opportunity to contribute their ideas & take on greater responsibility wherever possible. Each project team works closely on a day-to-day basis in a very supportive and team-focused environment with everyone willing to provide their time to assist where required. Outside of work hours, the team often socialises, whether that be at a formal work function or informally over a game of golf or basketball on a weekend.”
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Learning Links is a non-profit organisation that works in partnership with schools, early childhood centres, and parents to support children with learning disabilities and difficulties.
“We have a therapy manager, however, everyone is treated equally and get along as if there were no hierarchy. Open hot desk space rather than our own individual clinic rooms meaning everyone can talk to each other and gain ideas.”
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Australia's largest enterprise software company, TechnologyOne offers a suite of enterprise software solutions that are used by over 1,200 leading corporations in six countries.
“Amazing! I love how well everyone gets along with each other, in my cohort we're very well organised. The company culture is fantastic, everybody is incredibly approachable and friendly, and if they don't have an answer to a question no matter how silly I think it is they always know someone who does!”
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Xero Australia is a tech company that specialises in providing intuitive accounting software to small businesses. The company describes itself as an organisation that “celebrates all the ways its staff are different and creates an inclusive culture to tap into the power of people’s differences.”
“Amazing!!! Very supportive, feels like everyone is on the same level. Xero encourages us to network with anyone and everyone. We have regular social events as well.”
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Jarden is an investment banking firm based with nearly 60 years of experience in the equities market. Besides being one of the highest-performing companies in their field, they’re also known for their culture of teamwork.
“I was very impressed by the culture at Jarden. From working alongside colleagues, where they were very collaborative, supportive, and hardworking, to going for coffees and really feeling a sense of belonging amongst the company. Everyone was super friendly and went out of their way to ensure I got the best experience I could in my summer working at Jarden. I was surprised to be working beside Managing Directors and this really shows the differentiable aspect of Jarden: there is such a major focus on culture and a flat hierarchy. My colleagues were all people I genuinely enjoyed spending time with, both at work and outside office hours, and I couldn't speak more highly of them.”
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Lander & Rogers is a leading Australian law firm providing legal services to a range of clients including publicly-listed, private and Australian subsidiaries of global companies, as well as agencies and departments at all levels of government.
“Employees genuinely enjoy coming to work and hanging out with their colleagues. The open-plan office facilitates collaboration as well as a sense of equality as all staff sit in identical pods, making partners and senior lawyers highly approachable and accessible.”
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Optus is a telecommunications provider based in Sydney, with an annual revenue of approximately $9 billion. One thing that makes Optus special is its Employee Partnership Agreement, which expresses its commitment to building a mutually beneficial relationship with employees.
“Optus has flexible working hours with a flat hierarchy, everyone works as a team. It is fun working in the office! There are many cafes on campus, it's easy and relaxing to have catch-ups with graduates and colleagues from time to time!”
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Sharp & Carter is a recruitment agency with a focus on fostering genuine and long-lasting connections with both job seekers and employers.
“Sharp & Carter is like a family. It rarely feels like there is a hierarchy. You can always have a conversation with people and know you're speaking with like-minded others. Outside of work hours your team still feel like they are friends where you can get along and communicate, knowing your team members actually care. Staff are generous, caring and understanding.”
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Founded in 1903, RAA provides motor, home, and travel services to its members in South Australia and Broken Hill. They also educate young drivers and advocate on behalf of their members on matters of road safety, mobility, and fuel pricing.
“The company's culture in-office is top tier - I constantly hear around the office that this is the most positively cultured organisation that people have worked at in their careers, and that the organisation actually cares about their staff. Out-of-office, the culture seems just as good, having participated in a number of out-of-office activities including a bowling night and quiz night.”
Also check out some real stories from grads who work there!
We'd also like to give a shoutout to employers who rank at the top of their sector but just didn’t make the top 10 list. They’re an inspiration for others in their field!
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9.5 |
Accounting & Advisory |
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9.3 |
Engineering Consulting |
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8.7 |
Environment & Agriculture |
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9.3 |
Health |
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9.2 |
Government & Public Service |
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9.6 |
Management Consulting |
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8.6 |
Media & Communications |
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9.0 |
Mining, Oil & Gas |
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8.9 |
Pharmaceuticals |
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9.1 |
R&D & Manufacturing |
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9.6 |
Defence & Aerospace |
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9.2 |
Retail, Sales & Consumer Goods |
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9.5 |
Energy & Utilities |
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8.9 |
Transport & Logistic |
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9.1 |
Energy & Utilities |