WORK-LIFE BALANCE INITIATIVES AND JOB SATISFACTION OF FEMALE BANKERS IN ACCESS BANK NIGERIA PLC, CALABAR

Abstract

This study examined work-life balance initiatives and job satisfaction of female bankers in Access Bank Nigeria Plc. It specifically sought to establish the effects of flexible work arrangements, employee wellness programmes and paid-off time on job satisfaction among female bankers. Cross-sectional research design was adopted. The study relied on primary data obtained from 246 female employees of Access Bank Plc in Calabar through a structured questionnaire. The data were descriptively analyzed and the hypotheses of the study were tested using multiple regression. The findings of the study revealed that flexible work arrangements, employee wellness programmes and paid-off time had significant positive effects on job satisfaction among female employees of Access Bank Plc, Calabar. Hence, the study recommended that managers of commercial banks should implement flexible work arrangements, such as remote work, hybrid schedules, and compressed workweeks, through clear policies, supportive technology, and regular communication to accommodate work-life balance, which will enhance job satisfaction by reducing stress and increasing autonomy. It was also recommended that managers of commercial banks should implement tailored employee wellness programmes that include mental health counseling, stress management workshops, and physical fitness exercises, ensuring flexible scheduling and accessibility to accommodate female employees' work-life balance.