Avant

HQ
Chicago
250 Total Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What's the Work-Life Balance Like at Avant?

Updated on August 31, 2026

What People Are Saying About Avant

  • Remote or Hybrid Flexibility: A structured hybrid model centered on Chicago with roughly three in‑office days and very quiet on‑call rotations is described, which feedback suggests helps maintain balance. Some teams note this setup supports boundaries while preserving collaboration.
  • Time Off Access: Flexible or unlimited PTO, summer hours, and generous leave are highlighted, and feedback suggests time off is actively encouraged and used to recharge. These supports are frequently cited alongside hybrid flexibility as enabling balance.
  • Supportive Culture: Employee spotlights describe managers who help prioritize work and avoid overwhelming people, and coworkers are often characterized as collaborative. Such norms appear to make busy periods more manageable for many teams.

Avant's Benefits

Offers a flexible time off policy

Offers generous PTO

Offers paid volunteer time

Provides bereavement leave

Provides floating holidays

Provides paid holidays

Provides paid sick days

Offers company-sponsored happy hours

Offers company-sponsored outings

Offers fitness stipend

Offers wellness programs

Provides access to an onsite gym

Provides opportunities to volunteer in the local community

We love being in Chicago! We'll run donation drives for local schools, pack lunches for city shelters, host events for young people interested in fintech, and whatever else comes up!

Provides recreational clubs

Utilizes a hybrid work model

Utilizes a summer hours schedule