I’m taking a job transfer to London for a few years and currently in the middle of negotiating the relocation package.The following are included in the initial relocation package offer: initial flight to London, Tax advice for the entire assignment, One flight back to the US a year, 2 months of corporate housing, Relocation specialist to assist with finding permanent housing, and a 3 day London orientation (How to set up a bank account, tour of the city, etc.)
What are some additional items I should consider including in my counter offer? I’d love to hear about what you didn’t think to include in your relocation package until you started your assignment abroad.
Thank you in advance for your advice!
Is there a housing allowance? Housing costs will be way higher in London than the mid-west US. Is there a lump sum relocation bonus to pay for all the incidental stuff like getting utilities set up, transferring drivers license, etc?
Keep in mind that relocation benefits are often fixed as they are set company wide and aren’t negotiable. But you might be able to ask for one-time bonus payment instead.