Think Global People Spring 2022 issue out now

Think Global People Spring 2022 issue – Out Now!

Think Global People presents a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. In this issue, as employees return to the workplace, we share a wealth of knowledge addressing the new world of work.

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Hunt for best talent in FinTech & technology: international assignment rethink

Amid hunt for the best talent in FinTech and technology, global companies are mulling over changes to the immigration route into the UK as well as wrestling with the implications of increasing demands for remote working arrangements among international staff.

Action on Visas

Former MP Lembit Öpik reports on the economic statistics, the issues relating to visas and what the Association of Relocation Professionals is doing to turn a potential problem into a plus point for the UK relocation status.

Creating Happy Endings – Building on your Foreign Work Experiences

Working abroad can have disastrous consequences. Yet, international work should benefit both individuals and organisations after repatriation. How can you ensure a happy ending for yourself?

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Working from anywhere – the hidden implications of cross-border and remote working

A recent webinar hosted by Santa Fe Relocation set out the advantages and potential disadvantages of employees working in destinations other than their contractual employment location. Dr Sue Shortland reports.

Enter the 2022 Think Global People and Relocate Awards

Think Global People Awards: Global Mobility, Leadership and Education with a spotlight on wellbeing

Fiona Murchie explains how the Think Global People Awards have evolved for 2022 to showcase the inspiring people working across global mobility, global leadership and education who are delivering excellence and innovation.

Guide to Visas in the UK

Amar Ali, founder and supervising solicitor at immigration law specialists, Reiss Edwards, explains the different types of visas available in the UK for 2021 and 2022.

Think Global People Winter 2021-2022 issue – out now!

Our Winter issue is packed with insights as employers around the world support their people to move forward with focus into 2022. Read the articles below, or access the digital issue.

Remote working: Are the positives of global mobility unravelling?

A series of reports from companies such as KPMG, Mercer, and HSBC present varying approaches to the increase of home working as a result of the pandemic. David Sapsted explores the global mobility dimension.

Dreaming of life as a non-domicile?

What are the considerations that individuals need to bear in mind to enjoy the best of both worlds – better weather and improved tax efficiency?

New changes to sole representative Visa ILRs

What are the new changes to sole representative visa ILRs?

The power of celebration: learning from the Relocate awards

This year’s Relocate awards offer a number of valuable lessons for all those involved managing people and global mobility. Dr Sue Shortland, head judge of the Relocate awards, reflects on some of the key lessons learned from the 2021 awards.

The future of international mobility

Although the Covid 19 pandemic has slowed down international mobility, organisations still require global moves to fill skills gaps and develop their future leaders. What are the recent changes that are shaping the future of international mobility?

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue out soon

Think Global People Autumn 2021 issue – out soon!

This is one of the busiest times of the year for relocating employees, expatriates and families on the move. The next issue of the leading international magazine for HR, global managers and relocation professionals will explore the big themes for managing mobility, finance, immigration, property and education in the autumn of 2021.

Pandemic Continues to Erode Strength of Premium Passports

As the world scrambles to recover from the effects of the global health emergency, urgent questions around international travel remain: Is a return to pre-pandemic levels possible? How will it be achieved? And who will be left behind?

Think Global People Summer 2021 issue – out now!

Welcome to the latest issue of Think Global People, a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. We’ve got our finger on the pulse to help make sure you are ahead of the game.

The 2021 Relocate and Think Global People Awards Supplement - Out Now

Behind the scenes and winners revealed. Plus, shaping the future and how you can get involved.

Vivi Cahyadi Himmel (CEO of AltoVita) speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

Vivi Cahyadi Himmel (CEO of AltoVita) speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

AltoVita was Highly Commended for Excellence in Technology at the 2021 Relocate Awards.

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa & Immigration Services, Santa Fe Relocation, speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa & Immigration Services, Santa Fe Relocation, speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa and Immigration collected the award on his behalf and spoke to Fiona Murchie about the survey and its implications from an immigration perspective.

UK immigration system: proposed changes and the impact on global mobility

How will the new UK budget help companies attract global talent?

Acropolis of Lindos, Rhodes Island, Greece

Entrepreneurs Opt for Domicile Diversification

Henley & Partners reports on a new form of global mobility in the Covid-19 era.

How the new fast-track process will help attract the world’s best talent to the UK

Companies looking to attract the brightest and best global talent have welcomed the announcement from the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, in the March 2021 Budget that he is modernising the immigration system. Will the Budget go far enough?

The benefits of a bilingual education for children and opportunities for life

Discover the huge advantages of a bilingual or multilingual education for children of all ages to help parents make important school choices.

Paris as a growing financial centre – what are the education options?

Now the UK has finally left the EU, Paris is a likely destination for an increasing number of international assignments. Whether there is a trickle or a rush of international companies setting up or consolidating there remains to be seen but families are assured of a quality education and cultural experience for their children. Marianne Curphey reports.

Relocate Awards 2021: Exceptional Achievement Across International Management and Mobility

Take pride in your achievements, resilience and agility - enter the Relocate Awards 2021!

Focusing on the family: Policy issues in the COVID-19 era

As the Covid-19 pandemic enters its third wave, many expatriate families are looking to repatriate when they can but there are still international relocations being planned which involve outbound family mobility. Educational, dual career, well-being and adjustment training issues remain significant to the success of global relocation exercises as well as to effective repatriation. Dr Sue Shortland examines global mobility policy actions in the context of the pandemic.

Cementing relations with the Asia-Pacific region at the heart of UK trade growth

'Go West, young man' used to be the exhortation. Fast forward a couple of centuries and the priority these days appears to be 'Look East, mature democracies', as youthful Asian economies begin to flex their muscles once more. David Sapsted explores UK trade deal potential in the Asia-Pacific region.

UK nationals working in the EU or making business trips there now the transition period has ended

The U.K. left the European Union (EU) on January 31, 2020 under the terms of the Withdrawal Agreement, an agreement struck by London and Brussels in October 2019.

Introduction of the new Points Based System brings with it questions regarding business visits to the UK

The end of the Brexit transition period on 31 December 2020 and the introduction of the new Points Based System brings with it questions regarding business visits to the UK.

Focusing on the family: policy issues in the Covid-19 era

As the Covid-19 pandemic enters its second wave, many expatriate families are looking to repatriate but there are still international relocations taking place which involve outbound family mobility. Dr Sue Shortland examines global mobility policy actions in the context of the pandemic.