Jobbdeling

Jobbdeling is a work arrangement in which two or more employees share the responsibilities and hours of a single full-time position. The participants split the duties and coordinate schedules to maintain continuity for the team and the organization. The arrangement is used in various sectors and settings to increase flexibility and retention.

Typically, hours are divided evenly (for example two people each working 50 percent) or arranged to suit individual needs and workload. Responsibilities, decision rights, handovers, and performance expectations are defined in a written agreement to ensure clarity and equal accountability.

Benefits include improved work-life balance, higher retention, broader recruitment options, and smoother coverage during parental leave or staffing changes. It can reduce burnout and support succession planning by retaining experienced staff who reduce hours rather than resign.

Challenges include scheduling complexity, ensuring consistent service levels, fair pay and benefits proportional to hours, and potential differences in career progression. Successful implementation requires thorough onboarding, cross-training, and regular review.

Key implementation steps include assessing role suitability, designing the shared structure, drafting a formal agreement, aligning payroll and benefits, planning vacations and handovers, and running a trial period with feedback loops before full adoption.