Advice and ideas
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How to ask for flex
It's the question we get asked most often. How do you ask for flexibility when applying for a job, without spoiling your chances of getting it? Read our 'best friend's advice'.
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Flexible employers
Wondering where you can apply for a flexible job? A growing number of companies recognise that flex helps create inclusive, highly motivated teams. Take a look.
HOW TO ASK FOR FLEX
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How to ask for flexibility when applying for full-time jobs
Is it ever possible to get a flexible job offer for a role that isn’t advertised as open to flex? Here are some tips to help you give it your best shot.
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How to ask for flexible working when the advert is unclear
It can be hard to know how and when to ask about flexible working if the job advert is unclear. Here’s some advice on turning vaguely-worded flexibility into a firm offer.
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How to ask for flexibility when applying for part-time jobs
When a job is advertised as being part-time or flexible, there’s a knack to negotiating flexibility whilst showing that you’re the best candidate. Here’s how to do it.
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How to make your case for flexible working
If you’re asking to work flexibly, knowing how it will help you isn’t enough. You’ll also need to explain to your current or potential employer why it’s in their interests to let you.
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Not ready to retire? Try working flexibly instead
If you’re ready to take things down a notch, but don’t want to stop working completely, a part-time job could be the answer.
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What is the four-day working week and why is everyone talking about it?
You may have heard about some businesses moving to a four-day working week, and be thinking ‘At last!’ But is it what part-time and flexible job seekers really need?
LOOKING FOR JOBS
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Six things to do when you’re unemployed
It's common to feel unhappy and deflated when you're not working, so here are some tips on what y...
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Finding a flexible job to help you manage ill health
If you suffer from ill health, or are managing a long-term health condition, flexible working co...
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How to use this uncertain time to develop your skills
The slowdown in the jobs market is obviously frustrating for job-seekers. But it’s worth using th...
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Six key findings of our lockdown survey
Find out the results of our recent survey, about how lockdown has impacted your work and future j...
CV & INTERVIEW
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How to write a personal statement
Your ‘personal statement’ is a short summary of your key skills and experience. It goes at the to...
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5 tactics to help you impress at a virtual interview
As a result of Covid-19, most job interviews are now virtual interviews. So you'll need a few new...
FLEXIBLE EMPLOYERS
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If you’re targeting flex-friendly employers, start here
You’re far more likely to get a part-time or flexible role if you apply to flex-friendly organisa...
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How I got hired part-time for a full-time role
When Lynn Drysdale was looking to return to work part-time, she didn’t limit her search to part-t...
RETURNING TO WORK
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Six things to do when you’re unemployed
It's common to feel unhappy and deflated when you're not working, so here are some tips on what you can do ...
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How I got hired part-time for a full-time role
When Lynn Drysdale was looking to return to work part-time, she didn’t limit her search to part-time roles....
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Join our return to work register
Are you interested in finding a return to work programme, to get your career back on track after a break? J...
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EY’s flexible approach to recruiting and retaining returning professionals
How EY Reconnect, the firm’s returnship programme, takes a flexible approach to hiring and retaining talent.
ADVICE FOR CARERS
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Types of flexible working: pros and cons for carers
So what do we actually mean by flexible working? Take a look at our guide to the different types of flexible working and see which arrangement suits you best.
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How the Carers’ Staff Network is breathing new life into flexible working at TfL
Isabel Branco is Chair of the Carers’ Staff Network Group at Transport for London. Together, the network is working to make TfL an even better employer for carers.
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Why Deloitte is a carer-friendly employer
Members of the Deloitte team explain why the firm welcomes carers, how it supports them, and why they believe honesty is the best policy.
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How the Centre for Ageing Better supports its carer employees
The Centre for Ageing Better is working for change. Not just to help people enjoy a better quality of life in their later years, but also to support its employees with caring responsibilities.
INSPIRING STORIES
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Balancing a client-facing role at EY with playing rugby for Scotland
When Annabel Sergeant was selected for the Scotland rugby team, she thought it might disrupt her ...
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“Working part-time doesn’t stop me from being part of the team”
EY’s Belong initiative is about making everyone feel included and valued. Part-time Finance Profe...
NEWS
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Why we’re championing real flexibility for social care workers
With the social care crisis creating headlines, Timewise has explored how introducing real flexib...
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Why Diageo is supporting the Timewise Power 50
Leaders of the talent team at Diageo explain why they want to help champion high-flying flexible ...