Benefits of working at the University of Edinburgh

• A highly competitive annual leave allowance - 36 days plus four public holidays (pro rata).  

• All University employees can benefit from a generous occupational pension.   

• The University is a Real Living Wage accredited employer. We are committed to offering fair and competitive pay for all, including annual salary increments (until you reach the ‘contribution points’ of your grade) as well as an annually negotiated increase.  

• The University provides staff with access to a variety of benefits and discounts to help you save money.

• Through the University’s A Day to Make a Difference initiative, every staff member is entitled to an additional day of paid leave to volunteer for a charity, organisation, or other good cause.

The University of Edinburgh understands that staff members have personal lives and may have family responsibilities. To support this, we offer generous family-friendly policies including flexible working hours, paid maternity and paternity leave, shared parental leave, and emergency family leave.

We also help new parents transition back into work with our 'Returning Parents' Coaching Programme, providing expert guidance during your transition after maternity, shared parental, or adoption/surrogacy leave.

Additionally, our Special Leave Policy ensures that all staff can maintain a healthy work-life balance, covering needs beyond family responsibilities such as bereavement and compassionate leave. At the University of Edinburgh we are here to support you, making sure you can balance your work and personal life with confidence.