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This is a letter asking an employer for flexible work arrangements.
This can be used by employees who have already discussed this matter with their employer and just want to formalise it in writing, or by employees who are raising it for the first time. Either way, it is a good practice to put this request in writing (even if verbal approval has already been provided) to avoid any disputes later on.
This letter is not designed for use by an employee who is seeking annual leave or parental leave from work. For annual leave situations, use our Letter Requesting Annual Leave. For parental leave situations, use our Letter Requesting Parental Leave.
How to use this document
If the employee has already obtained verbal permission for the flexible work arrangements, use this letter to record the details of what has been agreed, and what the employee plans to do. For example, enter the relevant details to confirm whether the employee is proposing to work full time from home, or whether they are proposing to alter the times that they attend the workplace. If the employee is also proposing to put any other measures in place (such as regular calls or reports to their supervisor) details of these arrangements can also be included.
If the employee has not yet obtained verbal permission for the flexible work arrangements, use this letter to outline the employee's request.
The letter can then be printed, signed, and handed to a supervisor. It can also be downloaded and attached to an email.
Applicable law
Each state and territory has legislation in relation to work health and safety. Further information is available from Safe Work Australia.
The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and the National Employment Standards apply to most employment situations in Australia. However, in addition, many employment situations are also governed by modern awards or enterprise agreements.
In addition, general principles of contract law, as provided by the common law, will apply to any employment contract.
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Other names for the document: Flexible Work Proposal Letter, Letter Asking to Work From Home, Letter to Ask to Work From Home, Letter to Request Flexible Work, Letter to Request to Work From Home
Country: Australia