JPMorgan Chase Mandates Five-Day Office Return for Hybrid Workers

The banking giant's decision signals a broader shift away from remote work as companies reassess post-pandemic workplace policies.

JPMorgan Chase has announced that employees on hybrid work schedules must return to the office full-time starting in March 2025.
The policy affects a portion of JPMorgan's 316,000 global employees, as over half were already working full-time in offices prior to this change.
CEO Jamie Dimon and other executives emphasized the irreplaceable benefits of in-person collaboration in an internal memo to staff.
The move aligns with a growing trend among major corporations, including Amazon and Goldman Sachs, to scale back remote and hybrid work arrangements.
Critics note the potential impact on work-life balance and inclusivity, particularly for disabled employees and those who value flexible working options.