Corporate Mobility & Global Mobility Management Guide
Strategic corporate mobility for multinational organisations. Assignment management, policy development, cost analysis, compliance, and vendor management in the Middle East.
Strategic Corporate Mobility
Corporate mobility is a critical function for multinational organisations managing international assignments across the Middle East. Effective mobility management optimises costs, ensures compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and enhances the assignee experience from departure through repatriation.
The Middle East presents unique mobility challenges including complex visa regimes, varying labour laws, cultural considerations, and regional compliance requirements. 6thMove combines deep regional expertise with global mobility best practices to deliver comprehensive support across the entire assignment lifecycle.
Whether you are launching a new mobility programme, optimising an existing one, or expanding into new markets within the region, our corporate mobility framework provides the strategic insight and operational excellence needed for successful international assignments.
Our Mobility Services
Assignment Management
End-to-end coordination of international assignments including planning, execution, and repatriation management.
Policy Benchmarking
Comparative analysis of your mobility policy against industry standards and regional competitors in the Middle East.
Cost of Living Analysis
Detailed reports covering housing, education, healthcare, transportation, and goods across Middle East destinations.
RMC Partnership
Management and coordination of licensed Relocation Management Companies across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Corporate Mobility Services
Assignment Management
End-to-end coordination of international assignments including planning, execution, and repatriation management.
Policy Benchmarking
Comparative analysis of your mobility policy against industry standards and regional competitors in the Middle East.
Cost of Living Analysis
Detailed reports covering housing, education, healthcare, transportation, and goods across Middle East destinations.
RMC Partnership
Management and coordination of licensed Relocation Management Companies across the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Mobility Reporting
Custom dashboards covering assignment metrics, spend analysis, compliance status, and employee satisfaction.
Vendor Management
Strategic oversight of mobility vendors including quality assurance, contract management, and performance reviews.
Middle East Mobility Trends
Regionalisation of Talent
Companies are increasingly recruiting regionally within the Middle East rather than bringing talent from outside the region.
Digital Transformation
Mobility functions are adopting digital tools for assignment management, expense tracking, and employee self-service portals.
Employee Experience Focus
Enhanced focus on assignee wellbeing, family support, and cultural integration to improve assignment success rates.
Agile Assignments
Shift towards short-term, commuter, and project-based assignments alongside traditional long-term international moves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is corporate mobility management?+
Corporate mobility management encompasses the strategic planning, execution, and oversight of employee relocations across international borders. It includes assignment management, policy development, cost management, vendor coordination, and compliance with immigration and tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
How can 6thMove support my corporate mobility programme?+
6thMove provides end-to-end corporate mobility support including assignment management, policy benchmarking, cost of living analysis, RMC partnership coordination, vendor management, and comprehensive mobility reporting with deep regional expertise across the Middle East.
What is the difference between long-term and short-term assignments?+
Long-term assignments typically last 1-5 years with full relocation benefits including housing, schooling, and shipping. Short-term assignments range from 3-12 months with reduced benefits packages. Business travel and commuter assignments are separate categories with minimal benefits.
How do I benchmark my mobility policy?+
Our mobility policy benchmarking service evaluates your current policy against industry standards and competitor practices across the Middle East. We analyse assignment benefits, allowances, tax treatment, and policy exceptions to provide actionable recommendations.
What is RMC partnership and how does it benefit my organisation?+
RMC (Relocation Management Company) partnership involves working with licensed RMCs to deliver destination services to assignees. 6thMove manages RMC relationships, coordinates service delivery, ensures quality standards, and provides consolidated reporting to simplify vendor management.
What are the key compliance risks in Middle East mobility?+
Key compliance risks include immigration violations (overstaying, incorrect visa categories), tax non-compliance (PIT, social security), housing and labour law compliance, and data privacy regulations. Each Gulf country has distinct requirements that must be carefully managed.
How is the cost of living analysis conducted?+
Cost of living analysis compares housing, education, healthcare, transportation, and consumer goods prices between origin and destination locations. We use government data, local market research, and assignee feedback to provide accurate cost differentials for package determination.
What mobility reporting metrics should I track?+
Key metrics include assignment costs vs budget, time-to-fill, assignment failure rates, policy exception frequency, employee satisfaction scores, vendor performance indicators, and compliance status across all active assignments.
Optimise Your Mobility Programme
Speak with our corporate mobility experts to discuss your international assignment strategy in the Middle East.