Corporate Relocation

Helping your employees feel at home in Hamburg

Professional relocation support for companies relocating international employees, executives, researchers and their families to Hamburg.

Why Corporate Relocation matters

A successful relocation is one of the most important factors in helping a new employee settle into their role. Delays in finding accommodation or navigating unfamiliar administrative procedures can create unnecessary stress and affect both the employee and the employer. Providing professional relocation support allows employees to focus on their new position while ensuring practical matters are managed efficiently.

Who we support

This service is designed for companies who are looking for professional advice to help their employees settle into their new role.

Ideal for

Especially valuable when you need:

Why work with Almost Home

Every relocation is different. Almost Home provides a flexible, personalised service designed around the needs of both your organisation and your employees.

Personal service

Every employee works directly with me throughout the relocation process, ensuring consistent communication and personalised support.

One trusted point of contact

Relocating employees often involves communicating with landlords, authorities, service providers and local organisations. Almost Home provides one dedicated contact to coordinate the process.

Faster employee integration

Helping employees settle quickly allows them to focus on their new role sooner while reducing unnecessary disruption during the relocation process.

Flexible support

Whether your organisation requires a complete relocation programme or assistance with individual services, support is tailored to your specific requirements.

What's included in our Corporate Relocation Services

Support is tailored to your individual circumstances and may include:

Apartment search

Relocation support

Family relocation

Ongoing support

How we work together

Relocating employees involves more than arranging a move — it requires a structured approach that considers both business needs and personal circumstances.

Step 1: Initial consultation

We discuss your organisation's requirements, your employee's circumstances and the level of relocation support required.

Step 2: Personal relocation plan

A relocation plan is developed based on the employee's individual situation, family requirements and project timeline.

Step 3: Relocation support

Almost Home manages the agreed services while keeping both the employee and employer informed throughout the relocation process.

Step 4: Settling into Hamburg

I support the employee through the agreed final steps and keep the employer informed in line with the project scope. Any continuing support can be agreed separately where required.

FAQ

Yes. Corporate Relocation can be arranged for one employee or for a defined number of relocations, subject to project requirements and available capacity.

Yes. Apartment Search, administrative support and settling-in services can be combined into one coordinated relocation programme based on the employee’s needs.

Yes. Support can include housing requirements, school or childcare guidance, local orientation and practical assistance for accompanying partners and children.

Yes. Companies can book individual services such as Apartment Search, Anmeldung support, appointment accompaniment, utility setup, key handover or local orientation without purchasing a complete relocation programme.

Communication and reporting are agreed at the beginning of the project. Almost Home can provide defined progress updates while respecting the employee’s privacy and personal-data requirements.

Each project is quoted individually according to the services required, employee and family circumstances, project timeline and number of appointments. A written proposal clearly defines the scope and fees before work begins.

Email your company name, the approximate number of employees relocating, the expected timeline and the support required. I will contact you to arrange an initial discussion and prepare an appropriate proposal.

What my
clients say

Catherine knew exactly what to do to support our relocation from Germany to the United States. I highly recommend her if anyone finds themselves needing to relocate to or from Germany.

Amazing experience! If you are looking for a relocator to give you that personal yet professional approach Mrs. Catherine Bashford is the person. She assisted me with registration, apartment search, permit application etc. She has made my transition from Prague to Hamburg so seemless and I am grateful to her for my positive experience I have had since being here.

I can recommend Catherine as a very nice, calm, and professional advisor. She helped us to relocate from Poland to Hamburg. She gave us important suggestions about the nature of Hamburg's flat rental market. Signing the contract with her help was also fast and easy. Thank you Catherine!

Catherine was a massive help while I was relocating from Poland to Germany. She managed apartment viewing and all documents to apply and get the contract (all done remotely as I was relocating during pandemic). She handled my registration and helped me with setting everything up. In addition her positive attitude and professionalism made me feel calm and confident.

Let’s discuss your employee’s relocation!

Complete the short, five-minute application so I can understand your move, housing requirements and timeline. I review every enquiry personally and will contact you to discuss whether Almost Home is the right fit.