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The Summer 2012 issue of Re:locate magazine will arrive on desks any day now. This bumper edition, with 25-page Re:locate Awards supplement, is packed with news of the winning entries, as well as photographs of the gala dinner and presentation ceremony.

Our special focus on property also provides the opportunity to look at UK relocation and inward-investment hotspots around the country, both in the magazine and on our website. Other editorial features include: health risks for international assignees; Country Profile – Canada; Regional Focus – the Middle East; education – curriculum choices for internationally relocating families; and European conferences – key themes from the EuRA Congress.



Fiona Murchie
Managing Editor

TOP STORIES THIS MONTH

Re:locate supports The Jubilee Hour with FREE HR Mobility Knowledge Sharing Conference

As part of its support for The Jubilee Hour, Re:locate will be running a free one-day knowledge-sharing conference for HR aimed particularly at the charity and not-for-profit sector, to be held at Knight Frank’s Baker Street offices on Wednesday 24 October.

We’ll be asking leading experts to give their hour of time to this worthwhile cause for the benefit of the charities. HR professionals from the private sector are also invited to attend without charge, to share their knowledge.

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Once again, Re:locate is delighted to be a Mobility Media Partner of the Worldwide ERC® Global Workforce Symposium.

Held this year from 3–5 October in Washington, DC, the event will bring delegates from around the globe together to learn from one another in dynamic and interactive educational sessions, be inspired by the keynote speaker, best-selling author and strategist Kaihan Krippendorff, and browse an extensive exhibition hall for the latest in employee mobility innovation...

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There are now 74,264 teachers from the UK working in British international schools across the world according to the latest NatWest International Personal Banking (NatWest IPB) Quality of Life Index.

That number is equal to almost 14% of teachers in UK state schools. The report, which was carried out for NatWest IPB by the Centre for Future Studies between October and December 2011, has predicted that by 2013 the number will have risen by a further 54% to nearly 115,000...

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Report: record numbers see Scotland as top UK relocation destination 

A study finds that nine out of ten people would choose to relocate to Scotland over other areas of the UK, an increase of 10% from 2010.

According to the 2012 TalentScotland Perception Survey, 69% of respondents believe Scotland offers a better work/life balance, with nearly all (92%–95%) of respondents working in new emerging sectors, such as life sciences, ICT and cnergy, claiming they would choose Scotland as a career location.

Scotland is extremely popular among those working in the energy sector, 95% of whom stated that they would move there for work. This reflects not only the attraction of Scotland’s established oil and gas industry, but also the opportunities available for skilled engineers to enter the country's rapidly-expanding renewable-energy industry...

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Paragon seeks volunteers on July 12 to help youth charity 

In support of The Jubilee Hour, Paragon Relocation is looking for volunteers to take part in a ‘transformation day’, to be held on Thursday 12 July in East London by Catch 22, a charity that helps young people and others who find themselves in seemingly impossible situations by developing the confidence and skills they need to find solutions – whether that means getting back into school or training, staying out of trouble, finding a safe place in which to live, or living independently after leaving care or custody.

The project involves transforming and improving community spaces, in conjunction with community groups. Catch22 will provide all necessary tools, plus lunch.

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Working in Canada: an introduction 

Canada has long been a prime destination for migrants, and with good reason. A thriving economy, stunning scenery and fascinating history are just some of the reasons that have led so many foreigners to move and start new lives in this vast and unique country.

A significant part of relocating to any new country involves adapting to the changes that occur in one's working life. It is important to be aware of what to expect and what is likely to be expected from international assignees relocating to Canada...

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EDF selects preferred bidder for Hinkley Point C main civils 

EDF Energy has announced the selection of Bouygues TP/Laing O’Rourke Joint Venture as preferred bidder for a contract for civils work to build the proposed new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C, in Somerset.

The announcement is a critical step in EDF Energy’s plans, with Centrica, to build the first new nuclear reactors in the UK for around 20 years, which EDF predicts will provide enough low-carbon electricity to power five million homes...

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Survey reveals global organisations’ approach to talent mobility 

Worldwide ERC and global professional services company Towers Watson have released the results of a joint study, Global Talent Mobility Survey: Regional Differences in Policy and Practice.

The study focuses on how organisations approach talent mobility as part of their talent-management strategies, the difference between existing policies in the US, Europe and Asia, and how effective the current mobility structure is in attracting and retaining key talent.

A sample of the survey findings reveals...

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HR Excellence Summit, 2012

The HR Excellence Summit will take place on 18th -19th September 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City, Washington D.C., USA. The inaugural summit brings together over 100 cross-industry leaders in the field of HR across the Americas to discuss the most pressing human resource issues facing the industry.

The leading Chief HR Officers, HR Directors and HR professionals from across North America will be gathering to examine the latest business and strategic developments in the industry....

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Re:locate backs The Jubilee Hour

With the celebrations of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee still fresh in our minds, now is the perfect time to get involved with Re:locate’s campaign to support nationwide charity scheme The Jubilee Hour, which helps individuals, families, communities, groups and businesses to support good causes in their area during 2012 by donating just 60 minutes of their time to voluntary service. For further information, see www.thejubileehour.org

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British expats reach 5 million 

There are nearly 5 million Britons currently living and working in foreign countries, making their financial or social contribution to local communities on every continent, according to the fifth annual edition of the NatWest International Personal Banking Quality of Life Index.

The report, produced in collaboration with the Centre of Future Studies, ranks Australia at the top of the popular destinations list. The country has become home away from home for 1.4 million UK nationals...

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Expatriate Management and Global Workforce Conference 10 July 2012

Do you know the best way to manage an international/global workforce?

If you are looking to unravel some of the most demanding challenges you will face when managing a global workforce, be sure not to miss this year's Expatriate Management and Global Mobility Conference.

To obtain your discount, enter the code HR148relo or mention the offer when booking by telephone. Call 020 7231 5100  or click here to book.

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Jobs

There are many great jobs on our website, relevant to you and your skills. The top ‘HOT  JOBS’ are listed below, including new jobs posted online since the last  Re:locate Extra. To view all job opportunities, click here.

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