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Our culture

We know it’s not just what we do that matters, it’s how we do it that makes the difference to our people, customers, communities and shareholders.

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Hybrid working

QBE is a hybrid workplace; we recognise that the way we work has changed and continues to change. Our hybrid ways of working are built on addressing three core aspects of people and performance - the work we do, working as a team and working at my best.

At QBE, inclusion and belonging are part of our culture. We create an environment where our people feel safe to speak up and to be their best selves everyday.

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    LGBTIQ+ inclusion

    At QBE, we believe that our people are able to be at their best when they are within an environment that supports them to bring their true authentic selves to work.

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    Accessibility

    At QBE, we understand there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to work, which is why we offer accessibility and workplace adjustments, to provide you with the individual support you may need to thrive.

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    Reconciliation

    Our vision for reconciliation is to embed an understanding of our shared past where all Australians are united together to celebrate, acknowledge and respect the contribution of Australia’s First Nations Peoples.

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    Gender equality

    At QBE, we are committed to a workplace culture where all of our people are supported to achieve their career aspirations and are able to thrive at work and at home.

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    Family friendly workplace

    At QBE, we recognise families come in all shapes and sizes with varying needs at different life stages. We provide a range of options to support your needs.

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    Neurodiversity

    We believe neurodivergent people offer a wealth of unique skill sets, thinking patterns, talents, and strengths, enriching our organisation in immeasurable ways.

Empowering our people to help make change

Our QBE Foundation is a key way for our employees to support communities that matter to them. 

In addition, our people support key partnerships to create strong, resilient and inclusive communities.

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    QGiving

    QGiving brings together our people with our community partners around the world. Specifically, it houses employee giving, matching donations, volunteering, fundraising and exciting ways to connect.

    Our award-winning QGiving program allows our people to give back their way, empowering them to decide how to give back, through their own personal contributions, by fundraising and/or volunteering.

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    Community Ready

    Our global Community Ready partnership with Red Cross and Save the Children has enabled us to reach and support more vulnerable communities than ever before.

    Announced in November 2019, the partnership is enabling the rapid mobilisation of support for disaster relief activities in response to catastrophic events, and support disaster preparedness and climate resilience initiatives for vulnerable communities around the world. 

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    Local grants

    QBE Foundation Local Grants Australia are a way for us to provide meaningful support for community initiatives addressing specific areas of need.

    Our people are at the heart of it. Voting for the winners, shortlisting applications and deciding which community organisations to support.

    The Employee Choice category encourages our people to support a charity they work with by applying for a grant together.