For Expatriates
This section is designed to support you if you are relocating. Whether you’re moving within the UK, coming to the UK, or relocating overseas on an international assignment, we’re here to help, with the latest news, articles and practical advice on a range of key subjects, from property and schools to lifestyle, partner’s career options and settling in your new area. From new graduates and young professionals, through families with children, to senior executives, we have something for everyone.
Education & Schools
What to look for in a summer school: five questions for parents and guardians
There are hundreds of summer schools out there. Relocate’s expert educators answer the five questions parents should be asking.
Expatriate life
Speaking beyond borders
Languages can give students confidence, identity and a greater understanding of each other in today’s shifting political and cultural landscape. Ledetta Asfa-Wossen reports.
Think Global Women community celebrates International Women’s Day 2024
Relocate Global and the Think Global People community marked International Women’s Day in London at the Institute of Directors on Friday 8 March.
Mini Factsheets
Introducing our new Mini Factsheet series, designed to help you incorporate global mobility into managing and supporting international teams and grow your people and organisation in new locations.
Health
International Women’s Day 2024: inspiring inclusion
Ahead of International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March 2024 – the annual global event celebrating the achievements of women and a call to action to accelerate women's equality – we look at this this year’s key themes as we continue to ‘inspire inclusion’ and work towards a more equitable and inclusive workplace.
New research highlights need for more human-centric mobility
A new study by Heather De Cruz-Cornaire into the state of global mobility post-pandemic for REA, a career and relocation coaching service company, concludes that human connection is critical for successful moves.
UK residential property market slides into 2024
Latest official property market data shows London is the UK region most impacted by house price adjustments following months of higher mortgage rates and above-target inflation.
Partners & Family
The global mobility function: well-being, talent and inclusion implications
Recent research has focused on the widening and complex role of the global mobility function. Dr Sue Shortland reports on the implications for the relocation profession.
Split family and fly-in, fly-out expatriation: Practical support
Research has consistently shown that employees undertaking non-traditional unaccompanied assignments still require support from their organisations. Dr Sue Shortland explains the importance of helping assignees and their families involved in single-status assignments.
Residential Property
How are cost pressures and supply shortages affecting the global mobility market?
Journalist Marianne Curphey led an informal discussion with guest panellists Fruzsina Hodson, Senior Manager, Santa Fe Relocation and Shan Norman, GMS, Regional Vice President, EMEA Weichert Workforce Mobility, with interjections from global mobility, tax, immigration, serviced apartments and education experts capturing current trends and challenges at the Think Global People Networking Reception held at the Institute of Directors. An insightful evening for navigating international markets.
The role of employee and family relocation support in the current cost of living crisis
The rising cost of living affects assignees and their families through increased rental and household expenses. Dr Sue Shortland explains why family support is needed alongside financial interventions.
The impact of property turmoil on global mobility
Rising rents, increasing inflation, a jump in the cost of living and a shortage of housing supply are all presenting challenges for assignees and their families relocating across the globe. Marianne Curphey looks at how global mobility teams are rising to the challenge, and what the future might hold.
