Decathlon Portugal recently announced a set of new benefits for its employees, which include the increase in the number of annual vacation days. From January 1, 2025, multinational workers in the country will be able to enjoy up to 30 days of vacation a year, a measure that reinforces the company’s commitment to the well-being of its teams.
A new rest model
The company, which has already offered the 22 -day mandatory vacation and three days of increase, has now added new benefits to its advantage package. Among the news is the right to an additional day of rest on the employee’s anniversary. If this date coincides with a usual clearance, the worker may choose to enjoy this benefit on the previous or next business day, or on the anniversary of a family member. In addition, all employees have the ability to get up to four days of extra rest per year, without impacting the remaining benefits.
“We have a great desire to be the best company to work in Portugal. Decisions like this reinforce our commitment to the well-being of our teams, giving them more flexibility and time for what really matters. At the same time, we have the responsibility to give the conditions to our talents so that they can perform their duties in full, and this also implies time to rest, practice sports, be with their… ”, said João Manuel Rodrigues, resource director Humans of Decathlon Portugal, quoted by Executive Digest.
A wide benefit package
These measures are added to the increase in the minimum gross salary to 1,093 euros, announced by the company in December 2024. This amount is part of a comprehensive benefit package that aims to attract and retain talent, as well as promote workers’ satisfaction. Among the advantages offered by Decathlon are:
- Health insurance and life insurance;
- Employee Support Program +Wellness;
- Exclusive discount club;
- Incentives for sports;
- Hybrid work model;
- Parenting kit;
- Sharing Annual Results;
- Possibility of becoming a shareholder of the company.
A commitment to well-being
With these initiatives, such as 30 days of vacation, it reinforces its position as one of the most attractive companies to work in the country. The bet on employee welfare is seen as a fundamental pillar for the growth and success of the organization, aligning with best global practices in the job market.
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