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When is best to broach flexible working?

Catherine Fleming

So, I  managed to make it to round two of a selection process for a HR role. At this point I emailed the recruiter and queried whether their hours could be flexible for childcare reasons whilst in the same email confirming that I would be very keen to attend a second round.

I'm unsure if I've approached this correctly. Made me wonder when is the best time to ask about flexible working when applying for a new role?

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  • In a situation like this I would always try to leave such an issue until the last minute unless I am asked a specific question that requires honesty. The last minute could either be at the end of the last interview when you are asked if you have any questions or, better still, after you have been offered the job. It might seem a little underhand but better they now they really want you first and whilst you may not be able to take the job if they are not flexible, you may not have been offered it if they make up their minds too early.
    I am sure in your situation your prospective employer is a 'good' one and therefore will not be negatively swayed so don't let this response put you off!
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  • In a situation like this I would always try to leave such an issue until the last minute unless I am asked a specific question that requires honesty. The last minute could either be at the end of the last interview when you are asked if you have any questions or, better still, after you have been offered the job. It might seem a little underhand but better they now they really want you first and whilst you may not be able to take the job if they are not flexible, you may not have been offered it if they make up their minds too early.
    I am sure in your situation your prospective employer is a 'good' one and therefore will not be negatively swayed so don't let this response put you off!
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