Employee relocation
What is included in an international employee relocation?
An international employee relocation involves more than simply transporting household belongings. Depending on the destination, employees may also need support with finding accommodation, school searches, local orientation and other relocation services. Haberling coordinates these services and supports companies and their employees from the initial planning stage through to settling into their new home.
An international employee relocation involves a range of organisational tasks for companies, employees and their families. In addition to the move itself, services such as finding accommodation, school and kindergarten searches, administrative support and other relocation services may be required.
Haberling supports companies with a relocation service and coordinates employee moves together with its worldwide partners. From initial planning and transportation to on-site support, you receive the services you need from a single source.
An standardised agreement will make it easier for you as a company to handle your employee relocations in the future - worldwide thanks to our international UTS network. If required, we can also offer you a complete relocation service for your employees.
Employee Relocation with Haberling
When employees relocate for professional reasons, Haberling takes care of organising the move and supports companies throughout the entire process. We also provide comprehensive services to support your Company removal as part of the overall move.
Before the move begins, we conduct an on-site visit, to assess the volume of the move, the local conditions and the employee's individual requirements. Based on this assessment, we prepare a customised quote.
Depending on your needs, the following services can be included:
- Transportation and move coordination
- Packing and assembly work
- Provision of packing materials
- Furniture dismantling and assembly
- Storage
- Relocation Services am Zielort
- Support with finding accommodation and choosing a school
Relocation Services for Employees Abroad
Employees relocating abroad often require more support than simply transporting their household belongings. That is why Haberling together with its worldwide partners offers a comprehensive relocation service.
The range of services can include:
- Orientation und Look & See Trip
- Assistance in finding accommodation
- Support during rental negotiations
- School search
- Unterstützung bei der Kinderbetreuung
- Language training
- Intercultural training
- Safety training
- Renovierungs- und Endreinigungsleistungen
This enables companies to support their employees not only with the move itself but also with setting up their new living environment.
Early planning provides the basis for a smooth employee relocation. That is why Haberling begins the process with a needs assessment before the actual move takes place.
During an on-site visit, we assess, among other things:
- the volume of the move,
- the local conditions,
- any special requirements,
- the requested additional services.
Haberling then prepares a customised quote tailored to the requirements of both the company and the employee.
Depending on the situation, transportation can be carried out using GPS-monitored vehicles,heated and air-sprung box bodies, and vehicles equipped with tail lifts. For higher floors can also be used external lifts where required.
Full-service from one source
With us you get all services from one source; this means that we also take care of all Packing and assembly work , for example, if required. We can also take care of the IT wiring on request.
In addition, we work with checklists, that have proven themselves over time. In this way we keep an eye on all details and devote ourselves to the tasks that need to be done at the right time and in the right place. So there is nothing standing in the way of your employee relocation!
Framework Agreements for Recurring Employee Relocations
If employees regularly relocate for professional reasons, companies can arrange a framework agreement for private removals.
Together with the company, standardised processes and the scope of the required additional services are defined. Depending on the agreement, Haberling can, for example, handle transportation, furniture assembly and installation work.
Such a framework agreement creates clear processes for recurring employee relocations and simplifies their coordination – including international assignments through the worldwide UTS network.
Storage Options
Not all furniture and personal belongings need to be taken along when an employee relocates abroad. Haberling offers various storage options for both temporary and long-term storage.
This allows items that are not currently needed to be stored securely throughout the employee's international assignment.
Overview of services
Orientation / Look & See Trip:
- individual sightseeing tour at the location
- personalised advice
- individual needs assessment
- medical care
- cultural offerings
- infrastructure
- educational institution
Settling-in Services:
- Provision of local information on medical treatment
- Assistance with opening a bank account
- Information about and contact to independent insurance brokers
- Support with the drivers license application
Departure
- Needs assessment including checklist
- Assistance with lease termination
- Handover of the rented accommodation
- Tracking of the deposit repayment
- Coordination of renovation and cleaning work
- Deregistration with pension providers and authorities
- Termination of contracts and memberships
- Creation of a forwarding order
Temporary Accommodation / Home Search:
- individual needs assessment
- Research for suitable properties
- Organisation of visits
- Support during rental negotiations
- Carrying out property handover
- Registration with health care providers
- Organisation of renovations, final cleaning etc.
School Search:
- Individual needs assessment
- Selection of and advice on schools, kindergartens and day care centres
- Appointments at the facilities
- Advice on decision making
- Assistance with registration formalities
- Support in the search for suitable childcare such as a childminder or babysitter
Trainings
- Language training
- Intercultural training
- Safety training
FAQ – Frequently asked questions
What does an employee relocation abroad cost?
The cost of an employee relocation depends on various factors, such as the amount of furniture, the distance between the removal locations, available lifts, desired assembly work, etc. We are happy to advise you on the various options!
How much lead time does an employee relocation abroad require?
The cost of an employee relocation depends on various factors, such as the amount of furniture, the distance between the removal locations, available lifts, desired assembly work, etc. We are happy to advise you on the various options!
What should I consider before an employee relocation?
Inform your employees about the given parameters for the move, such as the maximum volume of the move and the cost coverage depending on the mode of transport.
How long does an employee relocation abroad take?
Depending on the mode of transport and destination, different lead, follow-up and transfer times are possible for an employee relocation.
Where do I get boxes for my move?
Our removal advisors will be happy to agree the required number with you or determine this in the course of an inspection of your removal goods. The boxes and other packing materials can either be delivered by us or you can collect them yourself.
Who takes care of the packaging for an employee relocation abroad?
You can decide that yourself! We would be happy to take care of packing and unpacking for you, but if you prefer to do it yourself, this is of course also possible. We are also happy to provide you with professional packaging materials is available for handling heavy goods.
Who takes care of the assembly and disassembly of furniture during a company move?
Our qualified personnel are familiar with the handling of almost all common furniture systems. We would be pleased to take over the disassembly and assembly of your furniture. You have new furniture that needs to be assembled? No problem, just contact us.
Who has to take over the packing and unpacking during a move?
We are happy to take over any packaging work for your employees. Whether glass, porcelain or other removal goods, please contact us.
Who takes care of a stopping zone / loading zone?
We take care of the official approval and have no stopping signs put up. Depending on the season and district, the road traffic authority needs about 2-3 weeks in advance for the granting of an official permit. Only after this time is the installation possible.
Are there storage facilities for materials and documents?
What if the amount to be moved exceeds the given possibilities? We are also happy to store leftover Furniture or Technical equipment safely on our premises.
Do the costs for an employee relocation abroad have tax implications?
Of course, as these are business expenses, they reduce the profit and therefore the tax.
Is my moving insured?
You are in safe hands with us. Your removal goods are insured with 620€ per cubic meter of removal volume over the legal basic liability. We would be happy to advise you on this and, if necessary, offer you transport insurance for the amount you define.
How do I dispose of old furniture?
As a specialist disposal company, we are also happy to take over the professional disposal of old furniture.
