GitLab France S.A.S.

GitLab France S.A.S. benefits specific to France-based team members.

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At GitLab, we believe team member benefits should be simple to understand and there when you need them. From life’s big moments to everyday questions, our comprehensive coverage gives you clarity and confidence so you can focus on your work and life. In addition to the local benefits listed below, all France team members have access to the company-wide benefits available to all team members globally.

Health & Wellbeing

Supplementary Medical Insurance

GitLab provides comprehensive supplementary medical insurance through AXA Health Insurance to enhance your healthcare coverage beyond the French social security system. This valuable coverage includes medical, vision, dental, and maternity benefits designed to support your health and wellness needs.

Eligibility Requirements
  • All GitLab France S.A.S. team members
  • Coverage begins from your hire date
  • Spouse and children eligible for dependent coverage
Coverage & Key Features
How to Enroll/Access
Important Dates & Details
  • Enrollment window: First two weeks from hire date
  • Coverage effective: Date of hire

Life Insurance and Disability

GitLab provides company-paid Group Life and Disability Plans through Generali to protect you and your loved ones during unexpected life events. This comprehensive coverage ensures financial security when you need it most.

Eligibility Requirements
  • All GitLab France S.A.S. team members
  • Coverage effective from your hire date (90-day waiting period)
Coverage & Key Features
How to Enroll/Access
  • GitLab France S.A.S. team members can review statutory requirements for paid time off in relation to vacation.
  • GitLab France S.A.S. team members should be aware of their applicable leave categories and can review the requirements for logging time away from work and the suggested order for using leave balances. (*internally accessible only)
  • Team members must always submit and carefully categorise their leave via Workday, which can be accessed via Okta, mobile and Slack. For any support or inquiries relating to Workday absence management or leave balances please open a HelpLab ticket with the People Operations team, who will support or direct the query as needed.
  • GitLab team members are also entitled to RTT time and we recognise this is different from PTO. Team members are responsible for ensuring that they are tracking and categorising their time accurately in Workday. When entering RTT time, team members should select the RTT time off category in Workday.

To elect beneficiaries:

  1. Visit the Generali beneficiary designation portal
  2. Use the scheme/contract number to access your account
  3. Follow step-by-step instructions available in French or English
  4. Designate and update beneficiaries as needed

Financial Security

Holiday Bonus

GitLab provides an annual Holiday Bonus to recognize your contributions and support your financial wellbeing. This valuable benefit adds meaningful value to your total compensation package.

Eligibility Requirements
  • All GitLab France S.A.S. team members
  • Must be employed during June to receive bonus
  • Based on prior 12 months of employment (June 1 - May 31)
Key Features
  • 1% of total gross compensation from previous 12 months
  • Includes base salary, bonuses, commissions, and overtime
  • Subject to social charges and income tax
  • Paid automatically - no enrollment required
Payment Details
  • Payment date: June payroll each year
  • Calculation period: June 1 through May 31

Retirement Planning

While GitLab doesn’t currently offer supplementary pension benefits, all team members are automatically enrolled in France’s comprehensive Social Security Program, including the National Pension Scheme, providing retirement security aligned with French standards.

Growing Family Leaves

GitLab France offers comprehensive parental leave benefits that meet or exceed statutory requirements. Whether you’re welcoming your first child or growing your family, we provide the time and financial support you need during this important life transition.

Maternity Leave

Eligibility Requirements
  • All pregnant team members
  • Coverage begins from hire date
  • Must submit leave request 30 days in advance
Leave Entitlement
  • First or second child: 16 weeks (6 weeks before birth, 10 weeks after)
  • Third child: 26 weeks (8 weeks before birth, 18 weeks after)
  • Twins: 34 weeks (12 weeks before birth, 22 weeks after)
  • Triplets or more: 46 weeks (24 weeks before birth, 22 weeks after)
  • GitLab supplements social security benefits to provide 100% salary for first 16 weeks
  • Review eligibility for social security benefits
How to Apply
  1. Submit “Parental Leave” request in Workday at least 30 days before leave start date
  2. Review GitLab’s Parental Leave policy
  3. Apply for social security benefits as applicable
  4. Provide required documentation to leaves@gitlab.com

Paternity Leave

Eligibility Requirements
  • All team members after birth of child
  • Includes births to spouse, common-law partner, or PACS partner
  • Must submit leave request 30 days in advance
Leave Entilement
  • Total leave: 28 days (35 days for multiple births)
  • Structure: 3 days mandatory at birth + 4 days immediately following + 21 additional days
  • 21-day period can be split into two segments (minimum 5 days each)
  • GitLab pays 100% salary for first 3 days
  • GitLab supplements social security benefits to provide 100% salary for first 16 weeks
  • Review eligibility for social security benefits
How to Apply
  1. Submit “Parental Leave” request in Workday at least 30 days before leave start date
  2. Review GitLab’s Parental Leave policy
  3. Apply for social security benefits as applicable
  4. Provide required documentation to leaves@gitlab.com

Family Care Leave

When your family needs you, GitLab provides time to care for ill family members, ensuring you can be there during challenging times.

Eligibility Requirements

All GitLab France S.A.S. team members Medical certificate required

Key Features

3 days per year for family care 5 days if child is under 12 months old Generally unpaid unless eligible for GitLab Sick Time policy

How to Request
  • Contact Absence Management Team at leaves@gitlab.com
  • Submit medical certificate with your request
  • Specify dates needed

Time Off Policies

GitLab France provides generous paid time off in accordance with French statutory requirements, plus additional RTT (Reduction of Working Time) days. This comprehensive approach ensures you have time to rest, recharge, and maintain work-life balance.

Eligibility Requirements

All GitLab France S.A.S. team members Entitlement based on French labor law Must track time in both Workday and Mihi

Key Features
  • Statutory vacation days per French requirements
  • Additional RTT days for work-life balance. Team members are responsible for ensuring that they are tracking their time accurately, both in Mihi and in Workday.
  • Flexible time off through GitLab’s PTO policy
  • Team members can review statutory requirements in relation to vacation
  • Team members should be aware of their applicable leave categories and can review logging requirements for logging time away from work and the suggested order for using leave balances (internal access only)
How to Request Time Off
  • Submit request in Workday via Slack
  • Log time away in Mihi Platform
  • For RTT: Select “RTT” in Mihi and “PTO” in Workday with comment noting “RTT”
  • Ensure accurate tracking in both systems
Important Details
  • Both Mihi and Workday entries required
  • RTT tracked separately from standard PTO
Contact Information

Sick Leave Policy

When illness strikes, GitLab provides comprehensive sick leave support through a combination of French social security benefits and company salary supplementation, ensuring financial stability during health challenges.

Eligibility Requirements

First 6 months of sick leave:

  • 150 hours worked in prior 3 months, OR
  • Salary of 1,015 times hourly SMIC in prior 6 months

Beyond 6 months:

  • 12 months of social security contributions
  • 600 hours worked in prior 12 months, OR
  • Income of 2,030 times hourly SMIC in prior 12 months
Coverage & Key Features
  • Up to 6 months sick leave (extendable based on eligibility)
  • GitLab supplements social security to provide 100% salary for first 25 working days
  • After 25 days: Social security benefit of 50% daily wage (max €50.58/day)
  • Review current sick time policies
How to Report Sick Leave
  1. Notify GitLab within 48 hours via “Out Sick” in Workday
  2. Enter sick time in Mihi platform
  3. Send sheet no. 3 from physician to leaves@gitlab.com
  4. Submit sheets no. 1 & 2 to social security organization
  5. For extensions: Notify within 48 hours with updated sheet no. 3
Important Details
  • Notification deadline: 48 hours
  • Medical documentation required
  • GitLab salary supplement: First 25 working days
Contact Information

Sick leave reporting and policy questions: leaves@gitlab.com

Working Hours Tracking

All France team members must track working hours and time away to comply with French labor regulations.

Requirements
Contact Information

Questions?

For any questions, reach out to our support teams:

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