Understanding Your Flexible Retirement Options in Local Government

19 March 2020 9:00am–5:00pm

UNISON Northern, 140 - 150 Pilgrim Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6TH

What is Flexible Retirement?

Flexible retirement enables employees (over 55) to continue working in some reduced capacity (e.g. part time) while at the same time drawing some of their pension benefits. You don’t need to retire and return to work – you negotiate flexible retirement while remaining employed.

This course aims to:

  • Help you understand “flexible retirement” and how to apply for it
  • Help you understand your employer’s flexible retirement policy
  • Give tips on how to successfully apply for flexible retirement

At the end of the course you will be able to:

  • Understand the barriers your application might face
  • Make a business case for your application
  • Understand other options e.g. “flexible working”

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Online applications coming soon!

Closing Date: Thursday, 5 March 2020