Airbnb, Calendly, TripAdvisor among employers providing paid vacation perks and remote jobs
BOULDER, Colo., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a recent Pew Research Center survey, 62 percent of workers said having a job that offers paid time off is "extremely important" to them. However, the same survey found nearly half of workers who have paid time off reported taking less time away than their employer offered. Recognizing the positive impact vacation time can have on employees' health and wellness, overall productivity, and retention rates, many companies are turning to financial incentives that encourage staff to step away. To help job seekers identify some of these employers, FlexJobs has shared 12 companies that help pay for employee vacations and hire remote workers.
"Vacation time is vital to workers' well-being, yet most people aren't taking the amount of time off they need to recharge," said Keith Spencer, Career Expert at FlexJobs. "Fortunately, there are a growing number of companies that see the value not just in providing paid time off, but also in motivating and supporting their staff to actually take it. We hope this list helps remote candidates connect to careers at these companies and inspires other employers to embrace similar benefits for their workforces," Spencer added.
Based on FlexJobs' research, the following 12 employers help pay, reimburse, or provide a stipend or bonus for employee vacations, and they're currently hiring or have recently hired for fully remote roles. Details on each company's vacation policy and examples of job postings are included.
1. Airbnb*
Employees receive annual travel and experiences credits. Recent remote job postings:
- Staff Program Manager, Early Career and Onboarding
- Senior Staff Software Engineer
2. BambooHR*
Employees are offered "paid paid vacation," a $2,000 annual stipend to use towards travel. Recent remote job postings:
- Director of Payroll Services
- Senior Channel Manager, SEO
3. Calendly*
Employees receive an annual $1,000 vacation stipend to put towards hotels, flights, or rental cars. Recent remote job postings:
- Manager, Customer Success Enablement
- Production Designer
4. Disruptive Advertising
Full-time employees are eligible for a vacation bonus after their first anniversary. Recent remote job postings:
- Executive Assistant
- Senior HR Manager
5. Evernote
In addition to unlimited vacation days, employees are provided a $1,000 annual vacation stipend for breaks of five days or more. Recent remote job postings:
- Marketing Operations Specialist
- Social Media Manager
6. Evolve Security
Employees receive an annual vacation reimbursement for personal travel expenses. Recent remote job postings:
- Adjunct Instructor - Cybersecurity
- Integrated Marketing Manager
7. Expedia
Employees receive a wellness and travel reimbursement. Recent remote job postings:
- Manager, Investor Relations
- Senior Security Operations Analyst
8. FullContact
Employees receive an annual "lump sum vacation bonus" and unlimited paid time off. Recent remote job postings:
- Partner Manager
- Analyst - Data Quality and Analytics
9. Philo*
Employees receive a $2,000 vacation bonus. Recent remote job postings:
- Senior Product Data Scientist
- Android Software Engineer
10. Thirty Madison*
Employees receive a $750 annual vacation stipend. Recent remote job postings:
- Payroll Coordinator
- Senior Social Media Manager
11. TripAdvisor*
Eligible employees receive a "Global Lifestyle Benefit," an annual allowance that can be used on travel and other areas. Recent remote job postings:
- Senior App and Growth Marketing Specialist
- CRM Manager
12. United Airlines
Employees receive unlimited standby travel and discounted rates on airfare. Recent remote job postings:
- Senior Engineer – Flight Operations
- Principal Engineer – IT Systems
*Companies with active remote job listings as of May 15, 2023.
Job seekers commonly feel pressured to put vacation plans on hold when applying or interviewing for a new position, but FlexJobs' career experts advise this isn't always necessary. If a company is truly committed to providing paid time off benefits, candidates should feel empowered to share their plans during an interview using the following steps.
How to Discuss Vacation Plans During an Interview
1. Create Open Communication
In the middle of a job hunt, it's easy to only focus on the application process. However, the interview is the first building block of a relationship with the company. Start on the right foot by creating open and transparent communication on key topics, including any upcoming vacation plans.
2. Mind the Timing
Managers use first interviews to get to know and evaluate candidates. As a result, experts generally agree that bringing up vacation plans at this stage is unnecessary and might even be viewed as presumptuous. On the other hand, second interviews convey greater interest, so come ready to broach the subject of vacation then.
More specifically, a great opportunity to bring it up is when the hiring manager asks about start date availability. For example, after a candidate confirms they'd need to give their current employer two weeks' notice, they can then mention any scheduled vacation time. But keep in mind that the absolute latest point to mention a vacation is when a job offer is extended.
3. Prepare & Practice the Message
New employers want to know the time frame of potential absences, so it's best to keep statements short and sweet. Remember: this is a professional courtesy of advance notice––not an ask for permission––so practice saying plans with confidence and tell the truth. There's no need to create an elaborate story when the actual travel plans are for R&R with a spouse. Plus, lying to "sound better" can foster stress, especially when a new coworker innocently asks to see pictures.
4. Clarify Time-Off Policies
Be ready to discuss with the employer how the situation will be handled during the final offer. It might be a situation that requires problem-solving together to find the best solution. While some companies do offer paid time off from day one, more likely scenarios that might be presented include:
- Moving a start date so as not to interrupt the onboarding process
- Inquiring about borrowing the vacation days from what will be provided in the future
- Asking for unpaid time off
For more information, please visit http://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/flexible-companies-that-help-pay-for-your-vacation/ or contact Shanna Briggs at [email protected].
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