HSBC Considers Global 3-Day Office Mandate

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ByHenry O'Loughlin

HSBC return to office

HSBC is reportedly considering a new global return-to-office policy requiring employees to work from the office at least three days per week, according to a Financial Times report.

Currently, hybrid policies vary by business unit. In the UK, staff must already work in-office or with clients for at least 60% of their time or risk bonus penalties.

A finalized global mandate has not yet been announced, but the proposal has been discussed among HSBC senior leadership.

HSBC’s Return To Office Policy

  • Policy Status: In discussion

  • Notice Date: June 19, 2025

  • Proposed Start Date: TBD

  • New Policy: Three days per week, globally

  • UK Policy (existing): 60% in-office or client-facing, tied to bonuses

  • Previous Policy: Set individually by each business unit

 

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