< Back

25 companies open to part-time jobs in 2026

Whether you’re balancing work with childcare, studies, caring responsibilities or personal projects, part-time roles offer the flexibility many people now actively seek. In this blog, we’ve rounded up 20 companies that are open to part-time working, making it easier to find employers who support different working patterns.

By Priya Dharni

Senior Content & Product Marketer at Flexa

17th Dec 2025

5 minutes

Part-time work allows you to shape your career around your life, not the other way around. From reduced hours to flexible schedules, part-time roles can help improve work–life balance, reduce stress and support overall wellbeing. More employers are recognising this and are opening up roles to part-time arrangements across a wide range of industries.

Whether you’re looking for a more flexible working pattern, returning to work, or simply want time to focus on other priorities, these companies offer part-time job opportunities designed to support different lifestyles. All of the employers featured understand that productivity isn’t defined by hours worked, and that flexible, part-time roles can benefit both employees and businesses.

Which are the best companies for part-time jobs in 2026?

  1. BT Business: With over 175 years of heritage, BT is the flagship business brand of BT Group. They are a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally. 
  2. Mott MacDonald: Mott MacDonald are a global engineering, management, and development consultancy.
  3. Brit Insurance: Brit is a leading global specialty insurer and reinsurer focused on underwriting complex risks.
  4. Amplifi: Amplifi is a specialist consultancy providing Advisory, Delivery and Support services for data management, data governance and data quality.
  5. Hurree: Powered by our AI assistant, Riva, Hurree offers dynamic dashboards for up-to-date insights and customizable visualizations tailored to your needs, helping you unlock the power of your data.
  6. Howells: Howells was established in 1991 to provide share scheme administration solutions for listed companies with varying and complex needs.
  7. Mars UK: Mars produces some of the world’s best-loved brands. Mars’ team of 140,000+ associates are taking action every day toward the world we want tomorrow.
  8. ClientEarth: ClientEarth use the power of law to bring about systemic change that protects the Earth for – and with – its inhabitants.
  9. CoppaFeel: CoppaFeel! exists to ensure all breast cancers are diagnosed at the earliest stage possible when treatments are more available and survival rates are higher.
  10. Microsoft: Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organisation on the plant to achieve more. 
  11. Mondelēz International: Mondelēz International is a multinational confectionary, food and beverage company that has been making treats in the UK for nearly two hundred years.
  12. Token.io: Token.io harnesses the power of open banking and real-time rails to make payments faster, fairer and frictionless for everyone. 
  13. ClearBank: ClearBank is a fast-growing clearing bank operating entirely in a cloud-based environment.
  14. Peak PEO: A people-led EOR provider, consistently delivering friendly, expert, personalised service and support to clients and their employees.
  15. Virgin Media 02: Virgin Media O2 is an award-winning fibre broadband provider and telecommunications company. They manage 47 million UK connections across broadband, mobile, TV, and home phone, with around 18,000 colleagues working hard to provide the best connectivity to our valued customers.
  16. Simitive (Remote-first): Simitive is a fast growing, privately owned EdTech company that delivers software as a service and professional services to over 60 universities in UK, Ireland, North America and Australia.
  17. Livestock Information: A company dedicated to spearheading a transformation in the livestock sector of the agricultural industry by harnessing cutting-edge digital technology to advance livestock traceability throughout the UK.
  18. Veramed : Veramed is a Clinical Research Organisation. This means they support biotech and pharmaceutical clients with their clinical studies across the drug development lifecycle.
  19. Northern : Northern connect tens of thousands of people in the North of England to work, leisure, education and more every day.
  20. MBDA: As a leading company in the defence industry, they deliver essential military capabilities for each branch of the Armed Forces - with specific expertise in missiles and missile systems.
  21. ASOS: Founded in 2000, ASOS has 20m active customers in over 200 markets. They bring fashion lovers around the world the best and most relevant fashion through our unique own brands including ASOS DESIGN, ARRANGE, COLLUSION, Topshop, and Topman, styled with the most exciting products from local and global partner brands.
  22. OVO: OVO launched in 2009 with a belief that energy could be better. Since then they’ve welcomed over four million members, planted 5 million trees and set their sights on helping to save the planet. In 2019 they launched Plan Zero - their sustainability plan.
  23. Airbus: Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2020, it generated revenues of €49.9 billion and employed a workforce of around 150,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. 
  24. Maersk: With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries Maersk is a global leader in logistics services and can offer you the opportunity to grow and evolve in a truly diverse workplace.
  25. Flume Training: Flume Training is a UK-based sales training company that specialises in transforming sales teams by adopting a buyer-centric approach.

FAQs about part-time work

  • 1. What is a part-time job?

    A part-time job usually involves working fewer hours than a full-time role, often under 30–35 hours per week. Hours can vary depending on the company and role.

  • Why do companies offer part-time roles?

    Part-time roles help employers attract diverse talent, retain skilled employees, and provide flexibility for those balancing other commitments, while maintaining productivity.

  • How can I find part-time jobs in my field?

    You can search on platforms like Flexa using “part-time” as a filter. Many companies now explicitly advertise part-time and flexible roles.

  • What are the benefits of part-time work for employees?

    Employees gain better work-life balance, flexibility to pursue other interests or responsibilities, and opportunities to continue growing their careers without full-time hours.

  • How do I know if a part-time company has a supportive culture?

    Look for companies that highlight flexibility, employee wellbeing, and career development opportunities in their job postings and reviews. Transparent communication and positive feedback from current employees are good indicators.