PUTRAJAYA, April 12 — Malaysia’s Human Resources Ministry has stressed that private sector flexible working arrangements (FWA) must be implemented in phases.
Aligned with the Employment Act 1955. The law grants employees the right to request flexibility, requiring employers to respond in writing within a stipulated timeframe.
FWA includes hybrid work, flexible hours, compressed weeks and output-based arrangements, not just work-from-home setups.
The ministry also emphasised that employers cannot reduce salaries or benefits for employees adopting FWA without mutual agreement.
Data from TalentCorp shows over 3,000 organisations have adopted FWA, benefiting 1.2 million workers, with improved productivity and job satisfaction.
Employers are urged to address mental health risks by ensuring clear communication, reasonable hours and access to support systems.
