Women aren’t scanning job ads hoping for signs of support anymore. We’re evaluating. Comparing. Verifying.
“Show me the proof” has replaced “I hope this works.”
We’re operating in the era of accountability. Public pay gap reporting is expanding. Leadership representation is under scrutiny. Flexibility is measured by uptake – not policy PDFs.
Gender equity has moved beyond intention, and expectations have risen with it.
That’s why WORK180’s Top 101 Workplaces for Women in 2026 is grounded in measurable commitments. Job seekers can compare endorsed and non-endorsed employers to see exactly how over 5000 employers rank based on flexible work practices, leadership representation, parental leave, and so much more.
Featured in the Herald Sun (view pdf of article here), every employer listed here has been assessed against our ten workplace standards for driving gender equity, from pay equity and representation to inclusive policies and accountability.
A well-earned congratulations to the top-ranked employers.
Earning a place in WORK180’s Top 101 means you’ve backed your commitments with action and measurable impact.
The first ten on this list are ranked as Australia’s top workplaces for women in 2026. The remaining 91, listed alphabetically, have also met the rigorous criteria required to be recognised among Australia’s most progressive workplaces for women. We’re proud to celebrate each of them.
Click on any of the employer names to find out more about how they’re creating equitable workplaces for women.
Our top ten workplaces for women
1. EY
Consulting & professional services | 5,001-10,000 employees
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26 weeks of universal paid parental leave
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Flexible work options
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55% of the organisation’s governing body are women
2. hipages Group
I.T., digital & online media services | 101-250 employees
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Flexible work options
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59% of promotions went to women in the last 12 months
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Leadership development programs
3. Powerlink Queensland
Electricity, gas, water and waste services | 1,001-5,000 employees
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Flexible work options
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4-day work week at 100% salary
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18 weeks of paid parental leave at full pay
4. Dentons Australia Limited
Legal services | 501-1,000 employees
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Return to work program for older women
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26 weeks of universal paid parental leave
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No waiting period to access paid parental leave
5. Experian ANZ
Information services & records management | 501-1,000 employees
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17 weeks of paid parental leave at full pay
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25 days of annual leave per year
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Flexible work options
6. Liberty Financial
Banking, investment & finance | 251-500 employees
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Flexible work options
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14 weeks of paid parental leave at full pay
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Mentoring and coaching programs
7. SYSTRA ANZ
Engineering | 251-500 employees
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Flexible work options
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14 weeks of paid parental leave at full pay
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Financial contributions towards external qualifications
8. Barwon Water
Electricity, gas, water and waste services | 251-500 employees
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0% gender pay gap
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9 day fortnight at 100% salary
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14 weeks of paid parental leave at full pay
9. Essential Energy
Mining, resources & energy | 1,001-5,000 employees
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Flexible work options
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9 day fortnight at 100% salary
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26 weeks of universal paid parental leave at full pay
10. Nufarm
Agriculture, forestry & fisheries | 501-1,000 employees
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Flexible work options
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Unlimited paid community service leave
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12 weeks of paid parental leave at full pay
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