Getting started with employee relocation is no easy task. The benefits of accessing and retaining a talented workforce as well as competing in more business markets are incredible, but this can take a while to come to fruition. It’s a difficult world full of complex processes and managing all of the moving parts at once can feel daunting for an HR or global mobility team. Trends and best practices are always evolving to adapt to new conditions, so getting started is often the hardest step. Gerson Relocation is here to help.
Once you have set out your relocation policies and procedures, the real challenges begin to arise. Employee satisfaction will hugely impact the success of your programme and your business, so this should be at the forefront of everything you do. If your company has just constructed a corporate relocation programme, you might need some assistance managing your overseas employees. Our step by step guide includes some unmissable points for your employee relocation policy and procedures – let’s get started!
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A vital part of employee relocation is preparation. If your relocating workforce feels unsure or ill-prepared for the move, this could cause havoc down the line. Your employee relocation policy and procedures should take this into account, assessing individuals on how ready they feel and offering them tailored support for them and any accompanying family members. This can include anything from moving plans, language and cultural training, or pre-assignment visits to their new international location.
With Gerson Relocation, we cover all this and more. Our Relocation Management Services include a dedicated global mobility advisor who can provide support with required documentation or more practical elements of employee relocation.
Global Coordination
When undertaking a relocation, employees need support at every step of the way. This does not just include transport to or from an international location. Corporate partners should be on-hand to ensure they are settled and happy at their destination in order for your employee relocation process to be a success. Your company will therefore likely have a comprehensive network of overseas and international contacts as part of your employee relocation process.
As part of your employee relocation management, you should have a way of keeping track of these partners, perhaps using appropriate global mobility software for your business. Coordinating connections across the globe will help your programme to be as seamless as possible, and having a single point of coordination will only make this easier.
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Ease of Communication
Before your employees depart on their assignments, they should feel confident that they know how, when, and why to contact the business in their new location. There should be clear procedures for managing expenses, asking questions, and navigating problems. Whether this is simply a set-out procedure or if this is incorporated into any global mobility software your business might have, employees, should be well aware and well accustomed to the process before they move. This will make it a streamlined process for both them and your HR or Global Mobility teams to get on with the everyday work of the business.
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