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HSBC Ends Remote Work, Mandates In-Person Office Days

3/13/2026

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HSBC Holdings and Hang Seng Bank will end remote work for frontline employees in Hong Kong, requiring five in-office days or with clients starting April 1.
An internal memo emphasizes in-person collaboration.
Managing directors must attend the office at least four days a week.
Other staff must be present three days, including a Monday or Friday.
HSBC employs more than 20,000 staff and aims to set a post-pandemic workplace standard.

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Story summary

HSBC Holdings and Hang Seng Bank will end remote work for frontline employees in Hong Kong, requiring five in-office days or with clients starting April 1.
An internal memo emphasizes in-person collaboration.
Managing directors must attend the office at least four days a week.
Other staff must be present three days, including a Monday or Friday.
HSBC employs more than 20,000 staff and aims to set a post-pandemic workplace standard.