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Companies Hiring for Remote Work

When looking for a remote job, read the job description carefully, and be sure to clarify during the interview if you are still unsure about the remote work policy. With an increased desire of employees to work remotely, some companies have switched to offering permanent remote options.

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With over 90 percent of Americans engaging in some form of remote work, 85 percent want the ability to stay virtual after the pandemic. 40 percent of Americans stated they would look for another job if their employer didn’t offer the option. Finding companies with remote jobs postings has been a top priority amongst applicants. Aside from employee benefits, offering remote work is beneficial to companies.

Top Companies With Remote Work

Here is a list of the Top 10 Companies with Remote Jobs for 2022:

  1. BroadPath
  2. Liveops
  3. SYKES
  4. Working Solutions
  5. SAP
  6. Varsity Tutors
  7. TTEC
  8. Kelly/Kelly Connect
  9. Williams - Sonoma
  10. TranscribeME

Note on Large Tech Companies (FAANG)

FAANG is an acronym of five most popular American technology companies (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, and Google). These companies have had an interesting shift during this period of remote work negotiations. Most tech companies have reported a contrast in employee options for remote work, with over 60 percent of tech professionals agreeing that the FAANG mega corporations should not implement remote work permanently.

Employee Benefits to Working Remote

Better Work-Life Balance

Remote work comes with flexible scheduling, meaning that employees can often start and end their day as they choose, as long as their work is complete and leads to strong performance and outcomes. Having control over your schedule allows you to balance the needs of your personal, family, and social life without feeling like one is suffering for the sake of work overload.

Less Commute Stress

Commuting to work can often be one of the most stressful parts of the day, with the average round trip in the United States between 45-60 minutes. Remote work ditches the commute altogether and has significant mental and physical health benefits.

Location Independence

Remote working significantly expands your range of job opportunities as you are not limited by location. It also allows for a change of scenery, letting you work from local coffee shops or libraries.

Increased Productivity and Performance

After a year of working remotely, 51 percent of employees report that remote work allowed them to be more productive.

Employer Benefits to Offering Remote Work

Allowing employees to work remotely has significant benefits for employers, such as lower overhead costs, improved employee morale, and higher productivity.

Streamlined Communication

With remote work, you can streamline both digital conversations and project information through numerous platforms.

Increased Job Satisfaction

Higher job satisfaction can lead to employees feeling happier in their roles and, over time, higher job satisfaction.

Improved Inclusivity

Remote work increases inclusivity by allowing more opportunities for people from various backgrounds.

High Productivity

Studies have shown that remote work generally leads to improvements in productivity.

Remote Work Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How Do I Find Out If A Company Has A Remote Work Option?

Figuring out if a company has a remote work option can depend on the job listing. If the job is listed as remote, interviews are a great time to clarify remote flexibility.

What is Hybrid-Method and Partial Remote Work?

Partial remote work and hybrid work methods provide some flexibility for employees. Hybrid typically allows alternate in-person and remote work.

Do Employee Benefits Differ With Working Remotely?

Remote employees might face challenges with healthcare coverage due to their mobility. However, being a Mira member allows for care across the U.S. regardless of location.

Bottom Line

The era of remote work is giving more people the opportunity to have a better work-life balance, increase productivity, and freedom to travel. It’s important to research and ask the right questions about remote options.