Jamie Dimon Defends Full-Time Office Return Against Employee Petition

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon has firmly rejected employee petitions advocating for a return to hybrid work, insisting on a full five-day return-to-office policy. During a recent town hall meeting, he expressed disdain for remote work, claiming it hampers productivity and creativity, and stated, 'I don’t care how many people sign that f—ing petition.' Dimon emphasized that the decision for in-office work will not be left to managers and warned employees unhappy with the policy could seek employment elsewhere. This stance comes as the bank has already seen over half of its workforce returning to the office full-time, despite a petition from about 950 employees opposing the changes. Dimon's comments reflect a broader trend among major firms tightening remote work policies, with several employees voicing concerns about the impact on work-life balance and commuting costs. The bank continues to report strong financial performance, further complicating the narrative as employees push back against the new mandate.