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Our benefits

Outside perspective of the Portsmouth city council building

In addition to our wellbeing and work life balance benefits, Portsmouth City Council offers other perks to support you and your family. These include:

  • Joining the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a defined pension scheme with many benefits

  • The option to save further on Tax and National Insurance contributions through our Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme.  

  • Access to Salary Finance which offers a range of financial benefits, including affordable loans repaid through a staff member’s salary. 

  • Interest free loans to buy annual season tickets for popular modes of transport. 

  • A free standard professional will writing service for you and your partner.  

  • Discounts at a range of UK retailers and the option to pay in instalments for home and technology related products.