--- title: 8 top tips for finding a flexible job to help you in your job hunting description: Our 8 top tips for finding a flexible working job, in addition to your CV and registering with our flexible working recruitment agency. image: https://www.ten2two.org/hubfs/finding%20a%20flexible%20job.png --- [![logo](https://www.ten2two.org/hubfs/Ten2two_2023/Images/General/logo.svg)](https://www.ten2two.org/) - [Why Us](https://www.ten2two.org/why-us) - [Our Team](https://www.ten2two.org/why-us#team) - [Our Story](https://www.ten2two.org/why-us#story) - [B-Corp](https://www.ten2two.org/a-commitment-to-purpose-beyond-profit) - [Employers](https://www.ten2two.org/employers) - [Flexible Options](https://www.ten2two.org/flexible-options) - [Business leaders](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/perfect-partner-for-business-leaders) - [HR Teams](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/complementary-fit-for-hr-teams) - [Process & Fees](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/spec-interview-appoint) - [Client Charter](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/complementary-fit-for-hr-teams#client) - [Other Services](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/flexibility-advisory-consulting) - [Candidates](https://www.ten2two.org/candidates) - [Jobs](https://www.ten2two.org/jobs) - [Register](https://jobs.ten2two.org/registration.aspx) - [Flexible Options](https://www.ten2two.org/flexible-options#flexible-formats) - [Career Support](https://www.ten2two.org/products) - [Testimonials](https://www.ten2two.org#story) - [Candidate](https://www.ten2two.org/testimonial/candidates) - [Employers](https://www.ten2two.org/testimonial/employers) - [Career Support](https://www.ten2two.org/products) - [CV Support](https://www.ten2two.org/cv-support) - [Interview Practice & Coaching](https://www.ten2two.org/interview-support) - [1:1 Career Support](https://www.ten2two.org/career-support-ten2two) - [1:1 Student Support](https://www.ten2two.org/student-support) - [Resources](https://www.ten2two.org/resources) - [Candidate blog](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/candidates#tags) - [Employer blog](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/employers#tags) - [Webinars](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/webinars#tags) - [Podcasts](https://www.ten2two.org/podcast) - [Briefs](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/briefs#tags) - [Contact Us](https://www.ten2two.org/contact) - [Why Us](https://www.ten2two.org/why-us) - [Our Team](https://www.ten2two.org/why-us#team) - [Our Story](https://www.ten2two.org/why-us#story) - [B-Corp](https://www.ten2two.org/a-commitment-to-purpose-beyond-profit) - [Employers](https://www.ten2two.org/employers) - [Flexible Options](https://www.ten2two.org/flexible-options) - [Business leaders](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/perfect-partner-for-business-leaders) - [HR Teams](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/complementary-fit-for-hr-teams) - [Process & Fees](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/spec-interview-appoint) - [Client Charter](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/complementary-fit-for-hr-teams#client) - [Other Services](https://www.ten2two.org/employers/flexibility-advisory-consulting) - [Candidates](https://www.ten2two.org/candidates) - [Jobs](https://www.ten2two.org/jobs) - [Register](https://jobs.ten2two.org/registration.aspx) - [Flexible Options](https://www.ten2two.org/flexible-options#flexible-formats) - [Career Support](https://www.ten2two.org/products) - [Testimonials](https://www.ten2two.org#story) - [Candidate](https://www.ten2two.org/testimonial/candidates) - [Employers](https://www.ten2two.org/testimonial/employers) - [Career Support](https://www.ten2two.org/products) - [CV Support](https://www.ten2two.org/cv-support) - [Interview Practice & Coaching](https://www.ten2two.org/interview-support) - [1:1 Career Support](https://www.ten2two.org/career-support-ten2two) - [1:1 Student Support](https://www.ten2two.org/student-support) - [Resources](https://www.ten2two.org/resources) - [Candidate blog](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/candidates#tags) - [Employer blog](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/employers#tags) - [Webinars](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/webinars#tags) - [Podcasts](https://www.ten2two.org/podcast) - [Briefs](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/briefs#tags) - [Contact Us](https://www.ten2two.org/contact) [Register](https://jobs.ten2two.org/members.aspx) [Sign in](https://jobs.ten2two.org/registration.aspx) ![Search](https://www.ten2two.org/hubfs/25625369/Ten2two_2023/Images/General/search.png) [Sign in](https://jobs.ten2two.org/registration.aspx) [Register](https://jobs.ten2two.org/members.aspx) × [![](https://www.ten2two.org/hubfs/Ten2two_2023/Images/Blog/left.svg) Back to resources](https://www.ten2two.org/resources) # 8 Top Tips For Finding A Flexible Working Job #### Many people we talk to think that a good CV and a recruitment agency are all you need to find your next role. It’s definitely a good start, but what else could you be doing to find your next flexible position? We have put together 8 top tips for finding a flexible job below. [Registering with Ten2Two](https://www.ten2two.org/candidates/registering-with-ten2two/) should be high on your list – we would say that! – but you can also take a proactive approach to job hunting.   ## Here are 8 top tips for finding a flexible working job   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - CV](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-64x64.png)Make sure **your CV** is as good as it can be. You might also think about tailoring it for each role you apply for. We have some great tips to guide you [here](https://www.ten2two.org/candidates/hints-and-tips/how-to-write-cv/).   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - LinkedIn](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-1-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-1-64x64.png)**Update your LinkedIn profile**, making it sparkly, bright and current. This is your ‘public face’ that recruiters and employers look at.   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - connect](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-2-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-2-64x64.png)‘**Link in**’ with anyone you’ve ever worked with. Don’t worry if it’s been a long time since you’ve been in touch – when it comes to business, no one minds.   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - social media](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-3-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-3-64x64.png)Keep an eye out for local businesses that might be recruiting. You can easily do this by following companies on Twitter or Facebook ­ but remember, not every company uses **social media.**   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - check websites](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-4-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-4-64x64.png)**Check company websites** for careers news. Find out if they have a recruitment section as it can help to apply direct to the company.   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - tell Ten2Two](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-5-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-5-64x64.png)[**Let Ten2Two know**](https://www.ten2two.org/contact-us/) if there are any businesses you’d like us to approach on your behalf. If you have a dream job, talk about it with us. It might lead to a new opportunity opening up.   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - tell people](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-6-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-6-64x64.png)**Tell everyone** who’ll listen that you’re looking for a new role. Many people get their jobs through friends of friends – a personal recommendation is very powerful.   ![8 top tips for flexible job search - engage with agencies](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-7-64x64.png?width=64&height=64&name=8-top-tips-blog-thumbnails-7-64x64.png)**Engage** with the recruitment agencies you’ve signed up with as much as possible. That way they will always know exactly what you’re looking for, and can represent you well with your interests at heart.   Remember, not all recruitment agencies are created equal. Ten2Two pride ourselves in really getting to know our candidates and clients alike, so we can match the right people to the right job. And that way, everyone’s happy. **[Get in touch](https://www.ten2two.org/contact-us/) today if you’re thinking about a new role or if you’re considering a new [flexible worker for your business](https://www.ten2two.org/business/). We’ll be happy to help.**       ![](https://www.ten2two.org/hubfs/Ten2two_2023/Images/Blog/date.svg) 2 min read Category: [Candidates](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/candidates) July 29, 2021 Share - - - ## More resources like this [![](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/IMG_2051.jpg?width=352&name=IMG_2051.jpg)](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/find-flexible-work-space-london) ##### [Flexible working – not just remote working](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/find-flexible-work-space-london) **Hot desking, co-working, remote working – the trend for flexible work space has well and truly...** [Employers](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/employers) [Candidates](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/tag/candidates) 1 mins [![](https://www.ten2two.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Guide-to-flexible-working-types.png?width=352&name=Guide-to-flexible-working-types.png)](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/types-of-flexible-working) ##### [The ultimate guide to different types of flexible working](https://www.ten2two.org/resources/types-of-flexible-working) #### Now that more and more people are working remotely or from home, a lot of people are talking about... 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