Top tools for keeping staff safe abroad

Advances in technology mean it's never been easier to keep tabs on employees abroad and ensure their safety

How to keep your employees safe overseas

With more British businesses operating in emerging markets, employees' safety while abroad should be a pressing concern

Switzerland top destination for expat workers

Switzerland is the most desirable location for British employees working abroad, according to research by HSBC

African cities most expensive for expats

Luanda and N’Djamena have topped the list of the world’s most expensive cities for expatriates

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People want international careers 'on their own terms'

Global mobility is a huge challenge as employees want to forge careers on their own terms

Number of executives willing to work abroad doubles in four years

The number of workers willing to relocate to a foreign country has more than doubled since 2010

Female employees most suited to international assignments

Foreign businesses see women with at least two languages and good networking skills as the ideal executives

How to get the most out of global mobility

With international assignments tipped to rocket, mobility strategy will be a growing concern for HR teams

Employers must adapt global mobility strategies as millennials shun emerging markets, study warns

Companies are facing talent shortages because graduates do not want to work in emerging economies

Employers must have “open and honest” conversations when sending LGBT staff overseas, says KPMG head of D&I

“Open and honest” conversations with LGBT staff are required when expanding into countries with anti-gay legislation

Vadafone Qatar to introduce a leadership programme to improve cultural relationships

Vodafone is poised to launch a leadership programme to help 65 senior managers at its operating company in Qatar to lead more effectively by minimising misunderstandings and cultural conflict.

Partners want to be more than trailing spouses

Richard Donkin takes up the cause of expat spouses, often unable to pursue their careers, due to work permit restrictions

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