ServiceNow, Atlassian and Commonwealth Bank have been named among the top workplaces in Australia, as ranked by LinkedIn.
The professional social network unveiled its 9th annual top companies list – a data-backed ranking of the 25 best workplaces for professionals in Australia to grow their careers right now.
The list is fueled by exclusive LinkedIn data that analyses the career progression of millions of professionals, including metrics such as employee promotions, skills acquisition, gender diversity, employer benefits and more.
Global technology companies dominated this year’s list, taking out four of the top five spots. ServiceNow led the list for the first time, with Australian software company, Atlassian, ranking #2. Commonwealth Bank, Amazon and Oracle complete the top five.
LinkedIn noted that tech companies often lead the charge giving their people access to AI training, tools and reskilling programs, making them an attractive employer to professionals who want to stay ahead.
AI literacy recently topping LinkedIn’s 2025 Skills on the Rise list, highlighting the importance for professionals to continuously upskill and adapt to changes in their industry.
Cayla Dengate: “LinkedIn’s Top Companies list is a helpful resource for Aussies to identify which companies set the standard for attracting and retaining top talent, while also offering the best career growth and upskilling opportunities.”
“As Australia’s job market remains competitive, finding and landing a job where you can grow is top of mind for many,” Cayla Dengate, LinkedIn Career Expert, said.
“LinkedIn’s Top Companies list is a helpful resource for Aussies to identify which companies set the standard for attracting and retaining top talent, while also offering the best career growth and upskilling opportunities.
“With AI transforming roles across all industries, learning new, in-demand skills is increasingly important among professionals and a key consideration for job seekers when looking at potential future employers.
“LinkedIn research shows three in five (59%) of Australians are looking for a job this year, with 36% believing that learning and development opportunities are crucial when deciding whether to apply for a job.”
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ServiceNow’s ANZ HR director, Peyton Caffey, said: “As a rapidly growing company always on the hunt for top talent, we focus on both attracting and retaining high-performers. One of the ways we do this is through the ServiceNow People Pact, which is our promise to employees.
“It commits we will support each other to deliver our best work, live fulfilling lives, and pursue our collective purpose. We achieve this by fostering a sense of community, by prioritising training, growth and career development, celebrating individuality, and offering benefits that really matter to our people; like generous family leave, health & wellbeing programs, flexible and remote working options.
“Day-to-day, we also do everything we can to make work better for our people. ServiceNow technology is designed to empower teams to work simply and easily. We see ourselves as ‘customer zero’ and we use all our own tools and technology to help employees work efficiently, wherever they are. This streamlines and automates how we work, giving time for our people to focus on what matters most to their careers and wellbeing.”
Pritho Saxena, director of HR – Australia at Amazon, said: “People are at the heart of everything Amazon does, and we are proud that LinkedIn has recognised Amazon Australia’s commitment to providing the resources and opportunities for people to thrive. This incredible recognition is testament to Amazon’s ongoing efforts to create a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace. We are proud that this ranking reflects that commitment and the incredible contributions of our employees every day”.
Atlassian’s chief people officer Avani Prabhakar said: “At Atlassian, our focus is on creating an environment where our people can thrive and this recognition from LinkedIn is a testament to this relentless pursuit. Our Team Anywhere policy gives Atlassians the flexibility to work where they’re most productive, with 92% stating that it allows them to do their best work and achieve their highest potential while providing opportunities for continuous growth.”
Kathryn van der Merwe, group executive, people, culture and communications, Telstra, said: “We’re proud to be recognised by LinkedIn for our dedication to creating a workplace where our teams can thrive and grow their careers. We’ll continue to prioritise our employees’ wellbeing and development and offer benefits that truly matter to our people.”