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The results of a study into the feasibility of job sharing in senior management, client-facing and project-driven roles have recently been released.
The study, by diversity recruitment specialist Capability Jane, and work-life balance organisation Working Families, was prompted by the increasing desire amongst many women in senior roles to combine career development with reduced-hours working; and the need on the part of employers to retain and progress their female talent.
Key findings of the study include:
Sarah Jackson, Chief Executive of Working Families said:
“We would encourage businesses to fully absorb the findings of this research, especially in the current economic climate. Working hours are on the increase, and the annual cost of presenteeism is greater than of absenteeism. So the need to think about the design and shape of work is paramount. Job sharing provides a unique opportunity to think about the design of roles, and about creating really effective ways of working.”