Webinar Replay: Insights on Relocating Partner Support

Smart. Helpful. Human. Responsible.

Move Talent. Deliver Experience.

As the world continues to evolve, organizations are exploring new ways of working to meet today’s growing business demands. This isn't easy to do when each business has its own agenda and objectives. That’s where Sirva comes in. We aim to help mobility leaders and talent managers navigate the complexity of relocation to meet and exceed company goals.

We have every resource to ensure your relocating employees are well taken care of as they prepare to embark on their relocation journey. With every interaction, we look to communicate in a way that is: Smart, Helpful, Human, and Responsible. These four pillars are indicative of the way we conduct ourselves and business in general.

What does this mean in practice and how do we use these pillars to help you?

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OUR OUTLOOK

SMART

We use cutting-edge technology to collect, sort, and report data in ways that are most meaningful to you.
We work with our worldwide network of vetted service partners to share important information and critical updates in a timely fashion to support your mobile employee wherever they may be.
We’re constantly in a state of improvement and innovation to make sure you have the best tools available to support your mobility program.

HELPFUL

We take a proactive approach to problem-solving by anticipating needs and requirements based on decades of experience.
We understand that every client is different and each customer is an individual and we’ll always ask about their specific mobility needs and requirements.
We think outside the box and offer creative solutions and well-researched recommendations to you and your mobile employees.

HUMAN

We’re committed to cultivating a workplace and ecosystem that reflects the diversity of the global organizations we serve.
We believe the best results are realized when empathy, inclusion, kindness, and integrity serve as the basis for every interaction.
We’re a people-first company who prides ourselves on providing personal, high-touch support to you and your employees.

RESPONSIBLE

We see ourselves as positive change agents for our clients and their mobile employees in every pocket of the world where you live and work.
We embody an inclusive, engaged company culture, resulting in empowered employees that reflect a wide range of approaches and perspectives, leading to new ideas, innovation, and excellence.
We seek sustainable solutions that lower carbon footprints, increase productivity, and reduce costs for our company, our customers, and the planet

SMART. HELPFUL. HUMAN. RESPONSIBLE.

We’re here for you. Our dedication to global mobility and talent management is underpinned by a collective desire to deliver an exceptional move experience, from start to finish. We’re passionate about what we do, and deliberate about how we do it.

Smart. Helpful. Human. Responsible.

Research and experience show that partner resistance is the leading cause of assignment rejection, and 74% of failed assignments are linked to partner unhappiness. With so much at stake, it may be time to take a closer look at your relocating partner support.

The latest event in Sirva’s 2024 Continuing Education Webinar series — Insights on Relocating Partner Support: What the Latest Research Reveals — hosted by NetExpat’s Nathalie Brotchi and Mary Weaver, explored the current challenges and trends in partner support. The insights shared are based on a joint Relocating Partner survey conducted by NetExpat and EY, and include:

Partner support and family well-being
Partner employment situations
Common reasons for relocation rejection and failed relocations
Care versus cash
Split family scenarios

By The Numbers: Keys to Relocating Partner Assignment Success

Number 1 relocating partner

#1 relocating partner resistance is the #1 reason for assignment rejection

77 percent

77% of relocating partners are professionally active pre-assignment

Dual income

74% dual income is important

failed assignments

74% of failed assignment linked to partner unhappiness

family split

67% of policy owners find split families disruptive

Source: NetExpat & EY Relocating Partner Survey

Best Practices for Aligning with Your Employees’ Value Proposition

Aligning your partner support with your employees’ value proposition can go a long way towards assignment success. Key strategies include:

Mobility drivers are evolving from your employees’ perspective. Ensure that you understand their needs.
Know your company’s challenges and speak with your talent and local HR colleagues, mobile employees, and spouses/partners.
Stay up to date on industry knowledge, solutions and related technologies and share best practices with your industry peers.
Make sure your policy is inclusive and provides support and flexibility.
Monitor KPIs and the impact on your program.

Watch the webinar

Watch our webinar replay for insights on current challenges and trends in partner support and how you can assist your relocating employees and their families. If you would like to have further discussions on this topic, please contact us at concierge@sirva.com or reach out to your Sirva representative.

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