Flexible Work Requests: Risks and Rules


When?

Tuesday 21st, April 2026

What Time?

12:00pm - 1:00pm AEST

Where?

Online

About the Webinar

Flexible work requests are on the rise – and knowing when to approve a request, and when and how you can lawfully refuse, is becoming more complex. Getting it wrong can mean legal headaches.
Join Julian Arndt and Sam Cahill as they share recent cases, real world examples, and highlight where employers are getting caught out under the updated rules.
You’ll learn how to handle requests in a way that is compliant, defensible, and clearly communicated – reducing the risk of disputes.

This webinar will cover:

  • recent cases and emerging trends
  • where employers are commonly being caught out
  • when to approve or refuse requests
  • how to communicate decisions lawfully

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Presenters

Julian Arndt

Director

Julian provides specialist employment and industrial relations advice and advocacy for employers.

His particular expertise is in the Fair Work Act, the Fair Work Commission and in the owner driver jurisdiction of NSW. For over 10 years he has worked as an advisor to a broad range of businesses.

Julian has experience in bargaining and enterprise agreements, employment law and employee claims, external engagement, industrial advocacy, owner drivers and investigations.

Sam Cahill

Senior Associate

Sam has over a decade of experience in employment and industrial relations law, having advised and assisted employers of all sizes, from small businesses to multinational companies.

His practice spans general employment matters, including drafting employment contracts, developing workplace policies, managing restructures, and handling terminations. Sam also has deep experience in industrial relations, particularly in enterprise bargaining and resolving industrial disputes.

At ABLA, Sam has completed secondments with clients in the construction, logistics, and maritime sectors, gaining valuable industry-specific insights. He is highly experienced in conducting and supporting workplace investigations and regularly represents employers in disputes and litigation before courts and tribunals.

A regular presenter for educational webinars and a seasoned trainer, Sam works with businesses to upskill their teams on employment and workplace relations.

Sam is known for his practical, solutions-focused approach and his ability to navigate complex workplace challenges with clarity and confidence.


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