Many companies are calling employees back to the office five days a week, but the Big Four accounting firms—EY, Deloitte, PwC, and KPMG—are holding strong to their hybrid work models. As of 2025, these firms are bucking the trend and continuing to offer flexible work arrangements for their employees. Let’s take a look at where they stand when it comes to hybrid work policies.
The Big Four collectively employ 1.5 million people globally and hold valuable office space in cities around the world. Despite the growing number of companies implementing stricter return-to-office (RTO) mandates—like JPMorgan, Dell, and Amazon—these firms are keeping things flexible for their staff.
KPMG
KPMG has long embraced hybrid work, allowing employees to split their time between the office, client sites, and home. This model has been in place even before the pandemic. According to KPMG’s Global Head of People, Nhlamu Dlomu, the firm trusts its people to manage their own work patterns, as long as they deliver results. With 81% of KPMG’s employees agreeing that they can work where they are most effective, it’s clear that this flexible approach is working well for them. KPMG also focuses on team-building and regular social activities to maintain a strong work culture.
EY
EY’s hybrid policy encourages employees to work in the office two to three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for the remaining days. However, there have been reports that some UK staff have not been following the two-day office rule, leading to the tracking of attendance at the office. EY continues to assess and adapt its approach to ensure productivity and collaboration while meeting client needs.
PwC
PwC’s hybrid policy allows employees to spend about 50% of their time in-person at either a client site or office. However, the firm has recently tightened its policy in the UK, requiring staff to work in-person at least three days a week. PwC emphasizes the importance of face-to-face collaboration in a people-centered business while continuing to offer flexibility where possible.
Deloitte
Deloitte’s hybrid approach is centered around giving employees the freedom to decide when and where they work. This model has been in place since 2014 and became official after the pandemic. The firm trusts its employees to find the right balance between office work, client sites, and home office work. Deloitte believes that this flexibility helps attract and retain top talent, ultimately improving employee satisfaction.
As we move through 2025, it’s clear that the Big Four are still committed to offering hybrid work models. While many companies are bringing employees back to the office full-time, these firms recognize the value of flexibility and trust their teams to work in a way that best suits them.
