Updated: 3 August 2026

For everyone who has been at Grain for 5 years

• Get a 3-week (i.e. 21-calendar day) paid sabbatical to rest and recharge
  • The sabbatical opportunity does not expire but can only be used once
  • It can be split into more than one block with your manager’s agreement but should be taken in blocks of weeks (i.e. you cannot take just 3 days at a time)
  • Give your manager a minimum of 3 months’ notice before utilising sabbatical leave
  • No recent performance issues and not on a performance improvement plan
  • Approval is subject to managerial discretion, taking into account business and operational needs

AND

• You get to go on a founder-led and organised trip to Japan

• Qualifying condition
  • Must still be employed with Grain and has not given or be serving notice of resignation / termination
  • For those who have been with Grain for 5 years over more than one continuous period (e.g. left then rejoined), eligibility will be considered on a case-by-case basis