Our May – June 2010 poll* asked ‘Which benefit is the most important to you when you’re looking for a new job?’

The findings show that nearly half of the respondents believe that flexible working is the most important benefit for them – a benefit that gives those with e.g. child care or education commitments the flexibility they need at this time in their lives.

Results:

•    48% chose flexible working as their preferred benefit
•    29% are looking to the future, selecting a company pension
•    17% stated that a bonus scheme was the key benefit
•    7% opted for a company healthcare scheme

This sends a clear message to employers that their present and future employees need and highly value the flexibility to make their work and home lives work together.

*Survey base: 913 participants, May – June 2010.

Also of interest:

Find out more about your rights to request flexible and part-time working.

Returning to work after having a baby? Read our blog about requesting flexible hours.

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