Harnessing a Hybrid Working Model | Useful Resources
According to Forbes, one third of HR leaders expect at least 40% of their staff to work primarily from home post-pandemic.
However, others warn that companies may regret jumping on the remote working bandwagon due to the potential impact on the quality of teamwork and collaboration. Some even argue that any perceived increase in productivity/performance that may result from flexible working is likely to be exaggerated due to companies’ difficult financial circumstances brought on by the pandemic.
During our recent webinar, Head of Team and solicitor Jane Hallas teamed up with special guest Stephanie Robinson, Director of HR Consultancy at Law at Work, to explore the various HR and legal implications of this approach, arm employers with the facts, and help you to weigh up whether hybrid working will work for you.
You can watch the webinar, Harnessing A Hybrid Working Model, below. We’ve also included a selection of helpful resources, including a sample Homeworking Policy, which are available to download completely free.
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Watch the Business Leaders Intentions for Hybrid Working - Survey Results
We surveyed 528 business leaders responsible for making people management decisions to find out more about their intentions for hybrid working and how they believe this might impact their organisation.
We asked about:
- Consulting with employees
- The impact on recruitment
- Fears for productivity levels
- How a hybrid approach will work in practice
- Support from senior teams
Findings indicate that almost half (46%) of businesses are still undecided about how exactly they will coordinate hybrid working, and almost one in five have not consulted their staff about changes, potentially exposing them to employee disputes and legal issues.
In the video, Director of HR Consultancy Stephanie Robinson presents the findings and shares her thoughts on what they mean for businesses considering a more flexible model.
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In our recent webinar, our experts explained how to harness a hybrid working model and addressed important considerations such as:
- How to ensure alignment with your organisational values, aims and objectives;
- Why one size does not fit all;
- The impact on terms and conditions of employment;
- Alignment with other policies and procedures;
- Possible discrimination issues;
- The process for dealing with requests;
- Data protection and confidentiality considerations;
- The use of trial periods; and
- The risks of a company-wide approach.
We also answered your questions live, including whether you can insist that certain members of staff must work from the office whilst others are offered homeworking or hybrid working.
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Resources from the webinar
This sample Homeworking Policy sets out the process employees should follow if they wish to request homeworking and the conditions that apply if the request is granted.
This template letter can be used to confirm to employees that their request for homeworking has been granted, either unconditionally or on a trial basis.
Related resources
Homeworking and Employment Law Guide
As restrictions ease, this guide covers bringing staff back to the office and the considerations to bear in mind if employees ask to maintain current homeworking arrangements.
Homeworking and Health & Safety FAQ
This short guide answers common queries about the health and safety implications of homeworking and your duties as an employer.
Homeworking Risk Assessment Template
As remote working becomes a more permanent arrangement for many, use this template risk assessment to ensure risks are properly considered and controlled.
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