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Men’s Work? Not so for Dulux Supply Chain Graduate Carly Harvy

Men’s Work? Not so for Dulux Supply Chain Graduate Carly Harvy

March 6, 2018 by DuluxGroup Leave a Comment

DuluxGroup are working with NAWO to encourage and support women in operations. We hear from Chemical Engineering graduate Carly Harvy on what it’s like to work in supply chain and the advice she’d give to women looking at a career in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

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​Proposing a Flexible Work Arrangement with a supporting ‘Success Plan’

​Proposing a Flexible Work Arrangement with a supporting ‘Success Plan’

March 1, 2018 by Allie Berridge Leave a Comment

Shifting the dial on flexibility can be a slow process but encouraging the mindset to find ways in which it can work, puts the future of work in our hands. Senior HR Leader and FlexCommunity member Allie Berridge, shares her experience of making a business case for job sharing, and provides a downloadable plan that will help you negotiate the flexibility you need.

Employers of Choice for Gender Equality 2017-18 Announced!

Employers of Choice for Gender Equality 2017-18 Announced!

February 21, 2018 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

Congratulations to all of our Employer Partners that have today been recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality! Amazing to see so many make the list, including so many we have worked with this year to make flexible working, work!

The 7 Day Economy – Defining Flexibility

The 7 Day Economy – Defining Flexibility

January 4, 2018 by Rhonda Brighton-Hall Leave a Comment

There are two major things limiting today’s conversation on flexibility – one is our definition of the ‘normal’ working week and the other is our definition of flexibility.

GPT Group, one of Australia’s most respected property companies, joins FlexCareers!

GPT Group, one of Australia’s most respected property companies, joins FlexCareers!

December 22, 2017 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

FlexCareers is delighted to welcome GPT Group to Australia’s largest network of progressive, flexible employers. As one of the most respected property companies in Australia, GPT boasts a $20 billion portfolio that includes some of the country’s most recognisable retail and commercial buildings. Find out more about the partnership and exciting range of opportunities on offer here!

FlexCareers launches Australia and New Zealand’s first talent community to connect employers with talented people looking to Return to Work

FlexCareers launches Australia and New Zealand’s first talent community to connect employers with talented people looking to Return to Work

December 13, 2017 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

FlexCareers is incredibly excited to launch our latest product, further cementing our reputation as Australia and New Zealand’s most experienced Return to Work partner. If you need to source talent for an upcoming Return to Work program, or are looking for an employer that will offer you a fully supported route back into your career, then FlexCareers has the technology, and the connections, to help.

Medibank’s FlexBetter program supports employees during times of need

Medibank’s FlexBetter program supports employees during times of need

December 7, 2017 by Medibank Leave a Comment

Medibank continues to make headlines for all the right reasons and this story is another great example of how Medibank is enabling employees to live life to the fullest whilst pursuing a career.

Challenging the Parental Leave Stereotype

Challenging the Parental Leave Stereotype

December 6, 2017 by Caroline Hafey

FlexCareers employer partner Lendlease is challenging stereotypes, by actively promoting parental leave to men within the business, and having real and authentic conversations about the benefits it can have for families, and for the business.

MEDIBANK LEADS THE WAY WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT FOR EMPLOYEES

MEDIBANK LEADS THE WAY WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORT FOR EMPLOYEES

November 28, 2017 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

Medibank employee initiatives are broad and meaningful. The organisation is striving for real change on different issues, all backed with their support.

Flexibility to pursue your passions

Flexibility to pursue your passions

November 27, 2017 by Caroline Hafey Leave a Comment

FlexCareers employer partner Lendlease work hard to ensure that every employee has the opportunity to live their best life, by providing a flexible and supportive working environment. We hear from Sarah, Digital Procurement Lead for the Lendlease Property Business, on what flexible working allows her to achieve – and it’s pretty impressive!

Time to Review or Not Review? My Opinion on Performance Appraisals

Time to Review or Not Review? My Opinion on Performance Appraisals

November 23, 2017 by Rhonda Brighton-Hall Leave a Comment

Rhonda shares her opinion about performance appraisals and why they need to be regular workplace conversations.

Enough with the negativity already!

Enough with the negativity already!

November 17, 2017 by Joel McInnes Leave a Comment

FlexCareers Co-Founder Joel McInnes on having a more optimistic view on the changing world of work.

Men still out earn women, but the good news is the gap is closing

Men still out earn women, but the good news is the gap is closing

November 17, 2017 by Emma McEnery Leave a Comment

The gender pay gap is closing, but men are still earning an average $26,527 a year more than women. But are we making enough headway ask WGEA Director Libby Lyons and FlexCareers CEO Natalie Goldman.

More women in operations – what’s in it for men?

More women in operations – what’s in it for men?

November 15, 2017 by Elizabeth Lindner Leave a Comment

On November 23, join the National Association of Women in Operations, NAWO, and a panel of industry leaders for a NATIONAL ONLINE LIVESTREAM forum on gender equality in operational industries.

Is Your Career Future Proof?

Is Your Career Future Proof?

October 25, 2017 by Vanessa Vanderhoek Leave a Comment

Recent research suggests that we will have six careers in our lifetime and around 17 jobs. It sounds crazy, but with a national average tenure of around 3 years, the numbers certainly do add up. Given what we know about the evolving future of work, are you prepared?

Return to Work at Deloitte

Return to Work at Deloitte

September 6, 2017 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

Find out what Returning to Work at Deloitte has meant for Patrick Flanagan, who took a leap of faith to reimagine his career and achieve a work-life balance that worked for him.

Equal Pay Day 2017 –  FlexCareers partners are closing the Gender Pay Gap

Equal Pay Day 2017 – FlexCareers partners are closing the Gender Pay Gap

September 4, 2017 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

On Equal Pay Day 2017, FlexCareers look at the key issues behind the Gender Pay Gap and celebrate our 50+ employer partners who have publicly committed to change.

FlexCareers partner Viva Energy becomes first Australian company to pay full super benefit to part-time parents for five years

FlexCareers partner Viva Energy becomes first Australian company to pay full super benefit to part-time parents for five years

August 29, 2017 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

FlexCareers employer partner Viva Energy Australia has become the first company in Australia to offer employees a full-time superannuation payment of 12% base salary for up to five years during unpaid parental leave and part-time work periods. Viva Energy CEO, Scott Wyatt, said he was immensely proud of the new policy and called on corporate…

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Gender Pay Gap: 122 Australian businesses publicly commit to change

Gender Pay Gap: 122 Australian businesses publicly commit to change

August 23, 2017 by Kate Beattie Leave a Comment

122 Australian business leaders have publicly committed to closing any gender pay gap in like-for-like roles within their organisations, supported by a new and comprehensive resource released by the Male Champions of Change coalition. The Closing the Gender Pay Gap report offers a step-by-step guide to ensuring equal pay for equal work, drawn from strategies…

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Medibank’s FlexBetter program supports employees to reshape their lives into one that works for them

Medibank’s FlexBetter program supports employees to reshape their lives into one that works for them

August 7, 2017 by Medibank Leave a Comment

“I love seeing how FlexBetter improves my work day, as well as my teams. We have a mutual understanding and respect that we each have our own unique ways of connecting our work deliverables and lives outside of work, to deliver quality results.” Learn more about Medibank’s FlexBetter program and how it benefits staff both outside, and inside work.

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