First day at SigTech

9:30 am Meet your HR Business Partner at Reception

We will take you up to your desk, introduce you to your team
Give you your access card / key
Make copies of your passport or I-9 documents
Give you a tour of the office
Introduce you to your buddy

10:00am IT induction

You’ll first meet Bhavin or David who will help you set up your laptop
The IT team will give you a short session training on our common software

10:30 am Security induction

Our security team will talk you through our security practices
As part of this, you will need to complete your KnowBefore training in the first 30 days

11:00 am Meet your manager

For the next few hours, your manager will work with you on topics related to your role

12:00 pm Meet your buddy

Your buddy will collect you for a quick tour of the local area
You’ll get some great suggestions for lunch and coffee

13:00 pm HR induction

Your HR Business Partner will meet you for a HR induction
Here you will learn about our our policies, benefits, key resources and our culture

00:57AM

London

Find your way to our London office if pretty easy, we are well positioned across 4 underground and national rail stations:

Great Portland Street (Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith and City lines): 3 mins walk
Warren Street Station (Northern and Victoria lines): 5 mins walk
Regents Park Station (Bakerloo line): 7 mins walk
Euston station (Northern and Victoria lines, National Rail): 11 mins walk

338 Euston Road
Level 2
NW1 3BT

19:57PM

New York City

Our NYC office is centrally located in Midtown Manhattan. All major trains and subway lines are within 5 – 15 minute walk.

141 W. 36th Street #4S
New York, NY 10018

Nearest Subway Station
34th St. Herald Square | Times Square | Penn Station | Grand Central Station

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Our 5 core values

Across these tenants, the desired thought process and actions can be broken down into 5 key areas of Learning, Thinking, Doing, Building and Morality.

These values are not just “writing on the wall”, but they are used to measure our ability to work together, build long-lasting products, and evaluate employee satisfaction and performance reviews.

Be Curious

Change and ambiguity come hand in hand at SigTech. Growth comes from learning something new and tackling hard problems.

Have a System

We are a first principles-thinking business. Our methodology allows us to do things differently, challenging the norms of stagnant assumptions.

Reduce Friction for Action

In a start-up environment processes and blockers can halt growth. We empower staff to deliver work without friction.

Build it to Last

We are a growing business, so it’s crucial to keep scalability top of mind, building a solid foundation for future success.

Value Honest Opinions

Encouraging employees to speak their mind, offering new ideas and perspectives is how we innovate.

Frequent new joiner questions

What time should I arrive?

Please arrive at 9:30 am. Please speak to the building staff and let them know you are here for your first day at SigTech, they will let us know you have arrived and we will come and meet you.
Do I need to bring anything?

Yes, Please remember to bring your passport for UK employment verification. For the US, please bring your documents as indicated on the US I-9 list.
What is the dress code?

We do not have a formal dress code. We want all employees to feel comfortable wearing whatever they want to the office. Our only exception is clothing that may be too revealing or make others uncomfortable in some way.

If you are meeting an external stakeholder, such as a client, we would advise you to dress in business smart casual.
What facilities are available at the office?
Our office and building has a range of facilities, including:
- Showers*
- Bicycle storage*
- Microwave
- Water filtered tap
- Healthy snacks
- Break-out and dining area
- Sit-stand desks
- Two screen desks
- Private phone booths and multiple meeting rooms
- Break room with ping pong and foosball tables**
* London location only
** NYC location only
What benefits are offered?
You will get more information on our benefits after joining, but here is a breakdown:
- Private healthcare
  - 24/7 Virtual GP
  - Private prescriptions
  - Mental health gateway
  - Private referrals
- Hybrid working (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in office)
- 4x Life assurance/insurance
- Subsidized gym memberships*
- Access to hundreds of retail discounts
- Free e-learning courses
- Free healthy snacks
* London only
What tools are available to help me get started?
There are several online apps that we have to support your onboarding and daily HR management.
1. Operations Intranet – This is our source of truth for all company related policies, processes and guidance. You can find key documents here such as time-off, company handbook, expenses, latest Town Hall slides and much more.
2. HiBob – HR Software – Using HiBob is very easy and also extremely helpful for new starters like yourself. On HiBob you can request time-off, see an org chart, get colleagues emails and more!
3. Our Handbook – On our intranet, we have built a digital copy of our company handbook to help you navigate life at SigTech. We’ve also included abbreviated versions of most policies so it’s easier for you to get the information you need.
What IT equipment will I receive?

All IT equipment is Apple Macs. Depending on your role, you’ll receive either a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air, mouse and charger. The office is equipped with two screens per desk. Please contact [email protected] if you have any specific requirements.
What are the key software programs?
We use many different software programs at SigTech dependent on your role. The general programs that everyone uses are:
- Zoom – We use zoom for all of our internal meetings, there are a range of handy tools to help you collaborate remotely if needed.
- Slack – We use Slack as our internal chat tool. It is designed for quick shout outs and communication with your peers. We advise all employees to send anything business critical via email.
- Google Drive – All employees are issued with a Google account to store their files, correspond via email, book meetings via their calendar, as well as make documents, sheets and presentation documents.

Perks & Benefits

Hybrid work

Whilst we value time in the office with our colleagues, we have a flexible WFH model, and trust employees to get work done wherever they are.

Our working in office days are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Work from home days are Wednesday and Fridays
Any changes to your scheduled have to be agreed with your manager and placed in our HR system and in your diary 48 hours in advance
While in the office, we provide healthy snacks, tea, coffee, fresh fruit for all employees

Unlimited holiday

Our philosophy toward holidays is simple: we treat you like an adult.

All employees have unlimited time-off for holidays
Ahead of holidays, you must ensure your assigned work is completed or handed over
As always, time-off is at the discretion of your manager and business need
All time-off must be booked through our HR system and placed in your diary
Unlimited holiday is not a supplement for taking time off sick

Health

All employees have access to optional private medical healthcare options, as well as dental and life assurance/insurance.

Employees are eligible for our Private Medical Insurance Plan offered through Healix Healthcare Services (London) and Aetna (NYC)
Alongside a vast range of medical procedures, hospital charges and prioirty GP appointments, Healix and Aetna provide employees with even more benefits
You will receive all the relevant sign-up details within your first 7 days of joining
If you have an existing claim through a prior provider, (UK) then we recommend you reach out to Healix as soon as possible, via the website
All employees are automatically opted into our company’s Life Assurance/Insurance scheme. Providers vary based on employment location, and protection is 4 x base salary.

Pension (London)

All full-time UK employees are enrolled on our company pension, beginning on their start date
If you wish to opt-out of the pension scheme you will need to email [email protected]
Your first month pension will still be deducted if you opt-out, but will be repaid the following month
Scottish Widows is our pension provider. You will receive a welcome back from them detailing your plan.
SigTech pays 3% into your pension pot
Employees pay 5% into their pension pot

401K (NYC)

All US-based employees are eligible for 401k after 3 months of service
If you sign up for the plan, SigTech will match up to 4% of your contributions
The plan is immediately vested, and you will be able to pick different investment plans through the provider
You may rollover any previous plan or accounts from a prior qualified retirement plan