Cisco named best workplace followed by Salesforce, Atlassian, and REA Group

Great Place to Work has named Cisco as Australia’s best workplace for the 3^rd year running in the over 1000 employee category, followed by Salesforce, Atlassian, REA Group and Hilton.

Great Place to Work ASEAN and ANZ managing director, Evelyn Kwek said, “The Great Place to Work philosophy and methodology is one based on building a high-trust workplace culture that can be a great workplace for all. This means that companies should go beyond perks and the benefits when thinking of building a strong employer brand. It is about building quality relationships and employees having a consistently positive workplace experience.”

With over 10,000 companies across 97 countries applying to the Great Place to Work Certification every year, Cisco has claimed the top spot in Australia with 93 percent of employees in agreement that overall, it is a great working environment.

According to Cisco Australia and New Zealand vice president, Ben Dawon, “At Cisco, we have continued with our strategy of focussing on the needs of our employees – with their safety, health, financial stability, and mental wellbeing as our priority. Throughout the year, we have navigated the uncertainty through transparent communications, continued flexibility with our hybrid work culture and strived to be truly inclusive.

“This is a proud moment for the entire Cisco Australia & New Zealand team.”

A key focus of Cisco is inclusivity, including supporting employees through hybrid work, flexibility, wellbeing, culture and giving back.

One Cisco initiative that stands out is Time2Give leave, where employees are provided with 10 days of paid leave to volunteer in organisations that they are passionate about.

According to James Comer, head of people and communities at Cisco Australia and New Zealand, “Cisco Australia is a great place to work for many reasons: our people have the trust and flexibility to integrate their work and personal lives in ways that empower them to be their best.” James Comer – head of people and communities, Cisco Australia & New Zealand.”

Salesforce took second place, with 91 percent of employees saying it’s a great place to work.

According to Pip Marlow, CEO at Salesforce ANZ + ASEAN, ”Nothing is more important that people, and for me that means creating an environment for people to do the best work of their life. That’s why we’re proud to be recognised as one of Australia’s best workplaces. This recognition is a strong endorsement of our incredible team, strong company culture and values,” said Marlow.