Career support and jobs that work for you
Whether you’re searching for part-time and flexible career opportunities that respect your other commitments, or you’re feeling stuck and need a helping hand to step back into the workplace with confidence, Timely and your peers are by your side.
Roles that respect your commitments
All the jobs that are posted on Timely respect the non-traditional working week. We specialise in jobs that are either part-time, offer flexible working patterns, are job share or are term time only.
Support & guidance when you need it
Step back into work with confidence with help from Timely. Sign up to access training programs, peer support sessions, online resources, monthly events and CV writing support, amongst many other things.
We understand how women feel, think and thrive
Timely is a social enterprise created by the Women in Business NI Group. Our mission is to remove the obstacles, anxiety and challenges that women who want to return to work often face. We will enable and empower women, through training and a jobs board, to get back into work by connecting them to the right support and the right jobs, at the right time for them.
The WiB Group
Women in Business is an integral part of The WiB Group. The WiB Group is an umbrella group of social enterprises that are dedicated in the mission to help create a prosperous, inclusive economy for Northern Ireland.
Through Women in Business, Diversity Mark, Timely Careers and Centre of Learning, The WiB Group is committed to driving positive change through connections, accreditations, employment opportunities and skills development. Join us in our mission, where the collective power of everyone’s contributions propels us towards a brighter, more equitable future for all.
Search for jobs that work for you
For many women returners, full-time work is simply not a realistic option, yet it is still often difficult to find skilled jobs, careers and opportunities that respect the other commitments and demands in our lives.
Timely has created a hub that respects the non-traditional working week. All the positions we list are either part-time, offer flexible working patterns, are job share or term time only.
Our founding partners
If you would like to know more about our founding partners, and the work they are doing to help their employees build meaningful careers, please click the button below.
Timely Events
At Timely, we run free monthly events for our members aimed to inform, educate and up skill women. Please sign up to access the events for free and email info@timelycareers.com to register for an event.
Career Chats
After joining Timely Careers, many women tell us the same thing:
“I’m not sure what my next step is, I just know I need support.”
Sometimes one conversation with someone with an outside perspective can make you think a little differently, see what is possible and feel seen, heard and understood. That’s exactly why we offer free one‑to‑one career chats for our Timely Careers Community.
Meet Colette, our Careers Expert
Colette has supported many women who have been right where you are, without judgement and in fully confidential, informal conversations.
She specialises in supporting women who are:
- Returning to work after time away
- Navigating career change
- Rebuilding confidence
- Unsure how their skills fit today’s job market
- Looking for flexible or part‑time options that work around life
What happens in a coaching session?
If you have not yet availed of the coaching session you can benefit from a free 45‑minute session which is a safe, supportive conversation focused entirely on you. Don’t worry if you aren’t quite sure exactly where you are going, Colette will help you get there.
Together, you can:
- Talk through where you are right now
- Explore your skills and experience
- Get clarity on possible next steps
- Work on your CV or interview preparation
- Rebuild confidence and direction
You choose what you want to focus on.
Women who have worked with Colette often tell us they leave feeling calmer, clearer and more confident.
“Colette’s energy is infectious. She made everything feel possible again.”
When you’re ready
As part of the Timely community your coaching session is completely free (or if you are in employment a small, subsidised fee of £50 + VAT).
Simply complete the Careers Chat Questionnaire and a member of the Timely Team will get back to you in due course.
Setbacks to Success
Today’s job market can feel tougher than ever. With rising numbers of applications for every vacancy and fewer responses from employers, many job seekers are finding the process frustrating and disheartening.
Research shows that 63% of women experience a direct decline in confidence as a result of the job search process, making it even more important to hear real stories of resilience, adaptability, and success.
Join us for Setbacks to Success, an inspiring panel discussion featuring three guest speakers: a recruiter, a returner and a career changer. Through their experiences of redundancy, career breaks and unexpected career transitions, they will share honest insights into navigating setbacks, rebuilding confidence and finding new opportunities when plans don’t go as expected.
This event is designed for women who are returning to work, considering a career change, or looking to regain momentum in their job search.
By the end of the session you’ll have:
⭐ Practical advice on overcoming rejection and staying motivated
⭐ Insights from a recruiter on what employers are looking for in today’s market
⭐ Real-life experiences from women who have successfully returned to work or changed careers
⭐ Strategies for building resilience and maintaining confidence throughout the job search process
⭐ Inspiration and encouragement to view setbacks as opportunities for growth and redirection
⭐ The chance to connect with others facing similar career challenges and transitions
Whether you’re returning after a career break, navigating redundancy, or exploring a completely new career path, this session will leave you feeling empowered, informed and ready to take your next step with confidence.
📅 Date: Thursday 5th November
📍 Where: BBC NI, 25 Ormeau Ave, Belfast BT2 8HQ
⏰ Time: 10.30am-12.30pm
Secure your place and register by contacting us at info@timelycareers.com
Make your Job Application Stand Out Masterclass
Did you know that 58% of UK recruiters incorporate application forms into their recruitment process?
Online job applications can feel demanding, from lengthy forms and competency questions to supporting statements and tight word or character limits.
In this practical session, we’ll break the process down and show you how to turn your experience into clear, relevant evidence that gives you the best possible chance of progressing to interview.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll be able to:
⭐ Identify what an employer is really looking for
⭐ Break down a job description, person specification and essential criteria
⭐ Match your experience and transferable skills to the role
⭐ Tackle competency, behavioural and supporting-information questions
⭐ Write clear, evidence-based answers rather than simply making claims
⭐ Make every word count when space is limited
⭐ Use AI appropriately without losing your own voice or creating generic answers
⭐ Carry out a final quality check before you submit
Whether you’re preparing to return to work, considering a career change or simply feeling stuck, this session offers the space, encouragement and practical tools to help you move forward with greater confidence.
Increase your confidence and prepare for your next role in this 60-minute online workshop.
📅 Start Date: Wednesday 18th November
📍 Where: Online
⏰ Time: 11.00am-12.00pm
This is a business for women and we’re not going to ignore the fact that progress for women returners needs to happen faster than it is. It’s our duty to get Timely out there and stop so many women feeling dispirited.
Roseann Kelly, MBE, Timely