Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com.
Big-name companies like Home Depot, Merck, and Verizon offer flexible jobs for seniors and older workers, but they’re just a few of many age-friendly employers. Flexible work helps older professionals keep earning, protect their health, and transition toward retirement in a way that works for them.
Read on for companies hiring older workers and tips for finding flexible, senior-friendly roles in today’s job market.
Why Does Flexible Work Matter for Older Workers?
Flexible work matters for older workers because it gives seniors a practical way to keep working, earning, and easing into retirement on their own terms. The key benefits of flexible work for older professionals include:
- Reducing physical strain in skilled trades, healthcare, and other demanding roles without forcing full retirement
- Allowing seniors to keep earning income and building savings while protecting their long-term health
- Providing greater accessibility for older adults with disabilities or changing schedule needs, making continued work more sustainable
Importantly, demand is there. A FlexJobs report on generational differences in the workplace found that boomers prioritize remote work options (46%), work-life balance (40%), and autonomy over schedule (32%).
Together, these preferences highlight that flexible jobs are empowering, convenient, and ideal for many older workers.
What Companies Hire Older Workers?
Many employers recognize the value, experience, and reliability older professionals bring to the workforce. Since 2005, the Age-Friendly Institute has identified companies committed to being the best places for people over the age of 50 to work. Hundreds of companies have earned its Certified Age-Friendly Employer (CAFE) distinction.
The 20 companies in this list are recognized by the Age-Friendly Institute and are hiring for flexible and remote jobs. Whether you’re starting fresh or bringing existing experience into a more flexible role, featured opportunities span entry-level through executive positions.
1. AARP
AARP is a nonprofit organization that advocates for people age 50 and older and provides career resources, including AARP jobs for seniors, along with programs, discounts, and support services.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Government Grants Director
- Investment Analyst
2. Allied Universal
Allied Universal offers security services and systems, janitorial services, and staffing services for a wide range of industries.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Physical Security Project Manager
- Security Shift Supervisor
3. Bright Horizons
Bright Horizons provides employer-sponsored childcare, early education, and workforce support services for working families.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Educational Quality Manager
- Enterprise Provider Account Manager
4. Bristol-Myers Squibb
Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company that develops and manufactures medications for cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other serious conditions.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Medical Science Liaison
- Senior Director
5. Carrot Fertility
Carrot Fertility is a digital health company that offers fertility, family-building, and hormonal health benefits to employers and employees worldwide.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Event Marketing Manager
- Senior Director of Communications
6. Citizens Financial Group
Citizens Financial Group is a national bank that provides consumer and business banking, lending, and wealth management services.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Finance Analyst
- Home Mortgage Pricing Oversight Manager
7. H&R Block
H&R Block is a tax preparation and financial services company that helps individuals and businesses file taxes and manage their finances.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Associate Sales Executive
- Product Support Manager, Assisted Tax Preparation
8. Home Depot
Home Depot is a home improvement retailer that sells building materials, tools, appliances, and home services to consumers and professionals.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Analyst, Space Planning
- Senior Consultant, Organizational Effectiveness – Assessments
9. Humana
Humana is a health insurance and healthcare services company that offers medical coverage, wellness programs, and senior-focused healthcare solutions.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Care Coordinator
- Registered Nurse Case Manager
10. Kelly
Kelly is a staffing and workforce solutions company that connects job seekers with temporary, contract, and permanent employment opportunities.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Contract Review Specialist
- Recruitment Coordinator
11. Merck
Merck is a global pharmaceutical company that develops medicines, vaccines, and health products for people and animals.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Institutional Customer Representative
- Senior Territory Representative
12. MetLife
MetLife is an insurance and financial services company that offers life, dental, disability, and retirement solutions.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Business Procedures Consultant II
- Legal Assistant
13. New York Life
New York Life is a life insurance and financial planning company that provides investment, retirement, and protection products.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Associate Advisor Consultant
- Senior Representative, Case Analyst
14. Premier Inc.
Premier Inc. is a healthcare improvement company that provides technology, consulting, and supply chain solutions to hospitals and healthcare organizations.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Account Support Manager
- Software Engineer
15. Randstad
Randstad is a global staffing and recruiting company that provides workforce solutions and talent placement across industries.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Business Development Manager – Staffing
- Senior Account Manager
16. ServiceLink
ServiceLink is a mortgage services company that supports lenders and servicers with title, valuation, and closing solutions.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Staff Accountant, Accounting and Finance
- Vendor Onboarding Coordinator
17. Staples
Staples is an office supply and business services retailer that offers workplace products, technology, and print and marketing solutions.
Recent flexible jobs:
- B2B Sales Consultant, Commercial
- Business Development Executive, Technology
18. The Vanguard Group
The Vanguard Group is an investment management company that provides mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), retirement accounts, and financial advisory services.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Communications Strategy Specialist
- Extended Hours Client Representative
19. UnitedHealth Group
UnitedHealth Group is a healthcare and insurance company that delivers medical coverage, pharmacy benefits, and healthcare services.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Billing Representative
- Field Care Coordinator
20. Verizon
Verizon is a telecommunications company that provides wireless services, internet connectivity, and technology solutions for consumers and businesses.
Recent flexible jobs:
- Senior Manager – Product Development – Management
- Technical Operations Engineer III
6 Steps for Finding Work-From-Home Jobs for Seniors and Older Workers
To find jobs as an older worker, focus on flexible employers, update your resume, lead with skills, and target roles that value experience and reliability. Here are six practical steps you can take to identify legitimate job openings, strengthen your application, and position your experience as a competitive advantage in today’s job market:
Step 1: Target Age-Friendly Flexible Employers and Jobs
You can start with this list and other companies identified by the Age-Friendly Institute, but beyond that, look for companies that emphasize flexibility, retention, mentorship, or team leadership. These workplaces tend to appreciate reliability, institutional knowledge, and strong communication skills.
Job descriptions that highlight collaboration, customer relationships, training, or leadership are often good signs that experience is respected rather than overlooked.
Flexible work options can also make a major difference. Many experienced professionals prefer roles that protect their time, energy, or health. Consider filtering job searches for:
- Part-time roles
- Hybrid or remote jobs
- Seasonal or project-based work
- Contract or consulting opportunities
Step 2: Update and Streamline Your Resume
A modern resume for an older worker is one of the most effective ways to stay competitive. Start with a clean, simple format using modern fonts and clear section headings. Focus on results and contributions instead of listing every responsibility you’ve ever held.
In most cases, prioritize your most recent and relevant 10 to 15 years of experience. Earlier roles can be summarized in a short section or removed unless they directly support your current goals. This keeps your resume focused and easier for employers to scan.
Also, update your skills section to reflect current tools and technology. Replace outdated systems with ones you actually use today, such as:
- Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace
- Zoom or Microsoft Teams
- Slack or project management tools
- Industry-specific platforms
If you’re changing industries, lean into transferable skills. Leadership, operations, training, budgeting, customer relations, scheduling, and project coordination carry value across fields, so make those strengths easy to see.
Step 3: Lead With Skills and Results, Not Years
Employers want to understand the value you can bring right now, but age bias can still influence hiring decisions. When an application or resume heavily emphasizes decades of experience, some employers may shift their focus toward assumptions about age, salary expectations, or adaptability instead of the strengths you offer.
To keep the focus on your impact rather than total years worked, remove graduation dates from older degrees or certifications, and prioritize your most recent and relevant experience. In your bullet points, highlight what you’ve improved, built, solved, or led. This keeps the emphasis on your contributions and capabilities.
For example, instead of leading with a broad statement like “20+ years in administration,” shift the focus to outcomes and strengths:
Streamlined office operations by implementing new scheduling and tracking systems, improving efficiency and reducing delays.
And instead of “Extensive management experience,” write something along the lines of:
Led a cross-functional team of 12, introduced new training processes, and improved retention and onboarding consistency.
This approach doesn’t hide your experience. It shows how that experience translates into value today, which is ultimately what most employers are looking for when they decide who to interview.
Step 4: Use Your Network Strategically
Reach out to former coworkers, managers, clients, or industry contacts and let them know what you’re looking for. You don’t need a long explanation. A simple, clear message works best, such as:
I’m exploring part-time or remote work in training, project coordination, or customer support. If you hear of anything or know someone I should connect with, I’d appreciate it.
This kind of outreach often leads to opportunities much faster than applying online. It can also open doors to advisory, mentoring, or project-based work that fits your schedule better than traditional full-time roles.
Step 5: Consider Bridge Roles or Consulting Work
If you’re stepping back from a demanding career, you don’t have to leave your expertise behind. Bridge roles allow you to stay engaged while reducing stress, hours, or physical strain.
Bridge roles often include:
- Consulting or advisory work
- Training or mentoring
- Contract or project-based assignments
- Tutoring, coaching, or education support
- Quality assurance or review roles
For example:
- A construction supervisor might shift into safety training, estimating, or project consulting.
- A teacher could move into tutoring, curriculum support, or education consulting.
- A healthcare professional might transition into case review, patient education, or administrative coordination.
Step 6: Stay Alert for Job Scams
Unfortunately, job scams often target people searching for flexible or remote work. Staying cautious can protect both your time and your finances.
Be wary of roles that:
- Promise very high pay for minimal work
- Ask for upfront fees or equipment purchases
- Request banking information early in the process
- Have vague job descriptions or no clear company presence
Legitimate employers won’t ask for payment or sensitive personal information before you’re formally hired. If something feels rushed or unclear, research the company, look for a real website and LinkedIn presence, and verify the job posting before moving forward.
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