Maternity & Flexible Working
Our maternity and flexible working solutions ensure legal compliance, seamless workforce transitions, and positive employee experiences while balancing operational needs and statutory obligations.
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Maternity and Flexible Working Guidance for UK Businesses
UK businesses face increasing challenges balancing statutory requirements with operational needs when managing maternity, adoption, and flexible working arrangements.
Our maternity and flexible working guidance empowers businesses to create supportive, legally compliant policies that attract and retain top talent while maintaining business continuity.
Through our managed HR expertise, we help organisations understand their legal responsibilities, implement effective transition strategies, and develop flexible working frameworks that benefit both employees and business objectives.
From maternity leave planning and adoption procedures to hybrid working policies and job-sharing arrangements, we provide the strategic support needed to transform statutory requirements into competitive advantages.
Learn more about your rights and opportunities in maternity and flexible working to ensure your business remains compliant while fostering an inclusive, adaptable workplace culture.
What We Offer
โ Expert guidance on statutory obligations and leave entitlements
โ Tailored frameworks for hybrid, remote, and job-sharing arrangements
โ Complete guidance on adoption procedures and legal requirements
โ Structured support for seamless employee reintegration
โ Risk assessment and policy reviews for statutory adherence
โ Continuous guidance for evolving workplace flexibility needs
Key Outcomes
โ Reduced turnover through supportive maternity and flexible policies
โ Full compliance with UK employment law and statutory requirements
โ Inclusive environment that attracts and retains diverse talent
โ Smooth business operations during employee transitions
โ Optimised resource allocation and reduced recruitment costs
โ Market-leading reputation for employee support and flexibility
Questions about this service
What does maternity and flexible working support include?
It includes guidance on statutory obligations and leave entitlements, maternity leave planning, adoption procedures, frameworks for hybrid, remote and job-sharing arrangements, policy reviews against statutory requirements, and structured support for the employee's return to work. The aim is a fair, compliant process that keeps the business running during the absence.
What is changing for flexible working requests?
Under the Employment Rights Act 2025, an employer refusing a flexible working request will have to show the refusal was reasonable, as well as rely on one of the statutory grounds. The change is expected in 2027. We help you build a request process and a decision record that will meet the new test.
Are protections for pregnant employees and new parents changing?
Yes. Since 6 April 2026, paternity leave and unpaid parental leave are day one rights. The Employment Rights Act 2025 also lets the government prohibit dismissal during pregnancy, maternity leave or the six months after return, except in prescribed circumstances. Those regulations are expected in 2027, so policies need reviewing now.
How should a small business plan for maternity leave?
Plan early, once the employee lets you know. Agree how the work will be covered, how you will stay in touch during the leave and how the return will work, then put it in writing. Planned well, maternity leave keeps a valued employee and avoids disruption for the rest of the team.
What are flexible working arrangements?
They are changes to the pattern of work that suit the employee and the business. The arrangements we build frameworks for include hybrid working, remote working and job sharing. Each needs a clear policy, a fair way to handle requests and continuing guidance as needs change. Book a free 30-minute discovery call to review your approach.