Alignment of Talent Management strategies and Global Mobility practices has never been more critical There is no doubt that planning for future business needs has become more complex. Not only are we navigating unprecedented levels of change and innovation but also the very nature of our workforce is being redefined. Coupled with the increasing demand [...]
Founded in 1817, Westpac was the first bank established in Australia. With branches and controlled entities in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific region, and maintains offices in key financial centres around the world including London, New York, Singapore and Hong Kong. Westpac employs approximately 40,000 people. The company provides a range of financial products [...]
SunGard, a leading software and technology services company, has more than 17,000 employees and serves 25,000 customers in over 70 countries. We discussed SunGard's expansive approach to global mobility with Abigail Harris, Senior Director of International Mobility. Abigail's role evolved out of a growing need for effective and experienced senior management of the employee mobility [...]
The expanding global mobility sector is comprised of a wide range of roles. Whether you are interested in entering the industry, or you are an employer considering employing a global mobility practitioner, we aim to provide you with an insight into the different job roles and activities available. Meet Ulrike Fisher We interviewed Ulrike Fisher, [...]
AECOM is a premier, fully integrated professional and technical services firm positioned to design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets around the world for public- and private-sector clients. With nearly 100,000 employees — including architects, engineers, designers, planners, scientists and management and construction services professionals — AECOM serves clients in over 150 countries. AECOM provides a blend [...]
Who are we indeed, a very simple question but one that increasingly is becoming harder to answer, with any sense of real conviction? Who will we need to be tomorrow is therefore a puzzle for global mobility professionals, HR practitioners, corporates and vendors alike. Imagine your global mobility role in 2020, the work you are [...]
In the rapidly evolving industry of global mobility, it is absolutely essential to stay abreast of current trends, skills and changes. Employee mobility has advanced significantly in past years and has become a sophisticated and interconnected industry. The Employee Mobility Institute is committed to providing quality education programs to support businesses and individuals with knowledge [...]
Over the term of an international assignment, the costs of storage can be significant. Reviewing your company’s policy, in particular as it relates to storage of goods, presents an opportunity to make better use of the company resources available. Current Storage Policy Practices in Australia A recent policy benchmark for Australian companies sending employees overseas [...]