The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word FLEXITIME
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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What does FLEXITIME mean?
FLEXITIME noun- An arrangement that allows employees to set their own working hours within agreed limits; normally must include certain periods (core time) when they must be at work.