Flexible Working: How can UK Employers Unleash the Potential and get the Balance right?

Employers should understand the steps they can take to reduce the risk of discrimination issues arising from employee flexible working requests.

In this course, you will explore the evolving landscape of flexible working arrangements, especially in the context of the post-pandemic era where hybrid working models are being recalibrated to balance remote and face-to-face interactions.

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

1. Understand the business benefits of flexible working, including increased productivity, talent retention, and reduced absenteeism
2. Identify potential discrimination risks and learn strategies to avoid grievances and tribunal claims
3. Understand the legal framework allowing employees to request flexible working from day one of employment