Our benefits
Salary and pension
The EWC’s pay structure aligns with that of the Welsh Government and is underpinned by the principles of affordability, transparency, and equal pay. It includes annual pay awards and an incremental salary structure.
On joining the EWC, you will automatically be enrolled in the Civil Service Pension Scheme, widely recognised as one of the most valuable pension schemes in the UK. We invest in your future through generous employer contributions, helping you build a secure and sustainable pension. The scheme provides a comprehensive range of benefits both before and after retirement.
Annual leave, bank holidays, and privilege days
Our employees benefit from 31 days of annual leave per year, as well as eight bank holidays, and three privilege days.
Flexible working
Flexible working at the EWC is designed to support employees’ individual needs and promote a healthy work/life balance. Our centrally located Cardiff office benefits from excellent transport links, and our hybrid working policy gives employees the option to work from home for part of the week.
The EWC operates a flexi time system which enables employees to work more productively around their individual needs with the option to vary their start and finish times, within agreed limits, while still meeting their required hours and responsibilities.
Family friendly policies
We aim to support our employees with generous maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption leave and pay, as well as options for career breaks, carer’s leave, and dependent’s leave.
Health and wellbeing
The EWC takes the mental health and wellbeing of its employees extremely seriously and recognises this as a core responsibility. Creating a healthy, positive, and inclusive working environment is a clear priority, with wellbeing embedded at the centre of how the organisation operates and supports its people. Our pledge to Mind’s Mental Health at Work Commitment reflects our ongoing commitment to employee wellbeing. We offer a range of options including:
- an annual wellbeing programme for employees, offering a wide variety of activities to participate in during working hours
- a 24/7 employee assistance programme offering professional confidential support (emotional and practical) for both personal and work-related issues
- mental health first aiders, our network of trained volunteers who provide peer support and guidance
- a dedicated quiet room available for employees to use during working hours
- an on-site fitness centre at Eastgate House (where our office is located)
- access to a Wellness Hub which includes discounted gym memberships, health assessments, online retail discounts, and access to an NHS approved mental wellbeing app
- free annual eye tests
- free annual flu jabs
- access to the Civil Service Sports Club with benefits including free days out and exclusive savings on gyms, sports, leisure, and shopping
Developing Welsh language skills
We provide a wide range of opportunities for employees to develop their Welsh language skills. This includes structured formal training through employer‑supported courses, as well as informal options such as in‑house mentoring, volunteering, and getting involved in Welsh language events and cultural celebrations.