Flexible working

Flexible working includes: 

• Remote work – working from home or another place
• Hybrid work – a mix of home and office work
• Flexible hours – choosing when to start and finish
• Compressed hours – working full-time but in fewer days
• Part-time and job sharing – working fewer hours or sharing a job

Since April 6, 2024, employees in Wales can ask for flexible working from their first day in a job. Employers must review and respond to these requests within two months.

To help businesses adapt, Business Wales (opens in a new window) offers advice on setting up flexible work arrangements that benefit both employers and employees. 

Page last reviewed: 26th March 2025