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50 Companies With 4-Day Work Weeks Hiring in 2026

The 4-day work week is no longer a pipe dream—it's becoming the new standard for forward-thinking companies. Over 92% of UK companies that piloted a 4-day work week decided to continue it permanently, and global adoption is accelerating rapidly.

Whether you're in tech, marketing, design, or operations, there's a 4-day work week opportunity waiting for you. We've compiled this comprehensive list of 50 real companies actively hiring for 4-day work week positions in 2026.

What is a 4-Day Work Week?

A 4-day work week typically means working 32 hours across four days instead of the traditional 40 hours over five days. Employees receive 100% of their pay for 80% of the time, while maintaining (or even improving) 100% of their productivity.

The Growing 4-Day Work Week Movement

Recent data shows explosive growth:

  • 92% of UK pilot companies made it permanent
  • 71% of employees reported reduced burnout
  • Companies saw revenue increase by an average of 1.4%
  • Recruitment costs dropped by 57% on average

Now, let's dive into the companies leading this revolution.

Technology & Software

1. Basecamp

  • Industry: Project Management Software
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks from May-October
  • Roles: Engineering, Product, Customer Support
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2. Buffer

  • Industry: Social Media Management
  • 4-Day Policy: Permanent 4-day week with flexible hours
  • Roles: Engineering, Marketing, Design
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3. Elephant Ventures

  • Industry: Software Development
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks, full pay, no meetings on Fridays
  • Roles: Full-stack Engineers, DevOps
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4. Bolt

  • Industry: SaaS & E-commerce
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks for all employees
  • Roles: Software Engineers, Product Managers
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5. Wildbit

  • Industry: Email & Software Tools
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks year-round
  • Roles: Engineering, Support, Marketing
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6. MRL Consulting Group

  • Industry: IT Consulting
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day work week standard
  • Roles: IT Consultants, Project Managers
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7. Healthwise

  • Industry: Healthcare Technology
  • 4-Day Policy: 36-hour, 4-day weeks
  • Roles: Software Engineers, Content Writers
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8. Formstack

  • Industry: No-Code Automation
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks with full benefits
  • Roles: Engineering, Sales, Customer Success
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9. G2i

  • Industry: Developer Network
  • 4-Day Policy: Flexible 4-day schedules
  • Roles: React Developers, Technical Recruiters
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10. ThredUp

  • Industry: Online Resale Platform
  • 4-Day Policy: Testing 4-day weeks in select departments
  • Roles: Engineering, Operations
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Marketing & Advertising

11. Awin

  • Industry: Affiliate Marketing
  • 4-Day Policy: 4.5-day week transitioning to 4
  • Roles: Marketing, Account Management
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12. ARCA

  • Industry: Digital Marketing
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks standard
  • Roles: SEO Specialists, Content Marketers
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13. The Mix

  • Industry: Youth Charity & Digital Services
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks for all staff
  • Roles: Digital Marketing, Content Creation
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14. Radioactive PR

  • Industry: Public Relations
  • 4-Day Policy: Mon-Thurs work week
  • Roles: PR Account Managers, Media Relations
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15. Think Productive

  • Industry: Productivity Training
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks since inception
  • Roles: Workshop Facilitators, Marketing
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Design & Creative

16. Tower Paddle Boards

  • Industry: E-commerce & Manufacturing
  • 4-Day Policy: 5-hour days, 4 days a week
  • Roles: Design, Marketing, Operations
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17. Uniform

  • Industry: Branding & Design
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Graphic Designers, Art Directors
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18. Make Studio

  • Industry: Digital Design Agency
  • 4-Day Policy: Fridays off year-round
  • Roles: UX/UI Designers, Creative Directors
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Finance & Professional Services

19. KPMG (UK Trial)

  • Industry: Accounting & Consulting
  • 4-Day Policy: Piloting in select teams
  • Roles: Auditors, Consultants
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20. Trio Media

  • Industry: Financial Media
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Financial Analysts, Writers
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21. Rho

  • Industry: FinTech
  • 4-Day Policy: Summer 4-day weeks
  • Roles: Product, Engineering, Finance
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22. Atom Bank

  • Industry: Digital Banking
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks without pay reduction
  • Roles: Product Managers, Engineers
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Healthcare & Wellness

23. Outcomes First Group

  • Industry: Special Education & Healthcare
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks for care staff
  • Roles: Healthcare Workers, Administrators
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24. Sana Benefits

  • Industry: Health Insurance Tech
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Product, Engineering, Customer Success
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25. FloatMe

  • Industry: Financial Wellness
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day work weeks standard
  • Roles: Engineering, Product, Support
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Retail & E-commerce

26. Panera Bread (Pilot Locations)

  • Industry: Food Service
  • 4-Day Policy: Testing 4-day weeks for managers
  • Roles: Store Management
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27. Uncharted

  • Industry: E-commerce Accessories
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Operations, Marketing, Customer Service
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Consulting & Professional Services

28. The 4 Day Week

  • Industry: Consulting
  • 4-Day Policy: Literally in the name!
  • Roles: Consultants, Researchers
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29. Portcullis Legals

  • Industry: Legal Services
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks firm-wide
  • Roles: Legal Secretaries, Paralegals
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30. Literal Humans

  • Industry: Brand & Strategy
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Strategists, Account Managers
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Environmental & Sustainability

31. Allcap

  • Industry: Environmental Consulting
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks standard
  • Roles: Environmental Consultants
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32. Rich Brilliant Willing (RBW)

  • Industry: Sustainable Lighting
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Design, Engineering, Sales
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Education & Training

33. Perpetual Guardian (NZ)

  • Industry: Estate Planning
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks pioneered here
  • Roles: Estate Planners, Administrators
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34. Exam.net

  • Industry: EdTech
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Engineering, Product, Support
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Remote-First Companies

35. Kickstarter

36. DNSFilter

  • Industry: Cybersecurity
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks company-wide
  • Roles: Security Engineers, Sales
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37. Zest

  • Industry: Employee Benefits
  • 4-Day Policy: Flexible 4-day schedules
  • Roles: Account Management, Customer Success
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38. GooseChase

  • Industry: Team Building Software
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Engineering, Marketing, Support
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39. Emtrain

  • Industry: Workplace Culture Training
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day work weeks
  • Roles: Content Development, Engineering
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40. Nectafy

  • Industry: Content Marketing
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Content Writers, SEO Specialists
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Startups & Scaleups

41. Graft

  • Industry: Project Management
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks from day one
  • Roles: Engineering, Product
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42. Yalla

  • Industry: Travel & Hospitality
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour standard
  • Roles: Operations, Customer Support
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43. Else

  • Industry: Nutrition Tech
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks company-wide
  • Roles: Engineering, Marketing, Operations
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44. Hutch Games

  • Industry: Mobile Gaming
  • 4-Day Policy: Testing 4-day weeks
  • Roles: Game Developers, Artists
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45. Clipisode

  • Industry: Video Editing SaaS
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Engineering, Product, Design
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Manufacturing & Industrial

46. Pressure Washing Wimbledon

  • Industry: Cleaning Services
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day schedules for staff
  • Roles: Operations, Customer Service
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47. Tyler Grange

  • Industry: Environmental Consulting
  • 4-Day Policy: 4.5-day transitioning to 4
  • Roles: Ecologists, Planners
  • View jobs on 4DayJob

Nonprofit & Social Impact

48. Charity Bank

  • Industry: Social Finance
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks firm-wide
  • Roles: Banking, Lending, Operations
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49. Ecosia

  • Industry: Search Engine (Plants Trees)
  • 4-Day Policy: 32-hour weeks
  • Roles: Engineering, Marketing, Operations
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50. Charity Choice

  • Industry: Charity Directory
  • 4-Day Policy: 4-day weeks standard
  • Roles: Content, Operations, Tech
  • View jobs on 4DayJob

How to Find More 4-Day Work Week Jobs

Ready to make the switch? Here's how to maximize your search on 4DayJob.com:

  1. Browse by category: Filter by engineering, marketing, design, and more
  2. Set up job alerts: Get notified when new 4-day positions match your skills
  3. Follow companies: Many companies are transitioning—be first in line when they do
  4. Check weekly: New 4-day jobs are added daily

The Future is 4 Days

The companies on this list aren't just offering jobs—they're pioneering a better way to work. With productivity staying the same or increasing and employee satisfaction skyrocketing, the 4-day work week is proving to be a win-win-win for companies, employees, and even the environment.

Whether you're a software engineer tired of burnout, a marketer seeking better work-life balance, or a designer wanting more creative time, there's a 4-day opportunity waiting for you.

Ready to make the switch? Browse all 4-day work week jobs on 4DayJob.com and find your perfect match today.

Last updated: February 2026. Company policies are subject to change. Always verify 4-day work week policies during the interview process.

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