Data shows international work policies being used to encourage office return
International remote work is allowing employees to strike a greater work-life balance by combining work and holidays, according to data.
The findings, from global immigration specialists, Vialto Partners, found that three quarters of all requests (75%) were approved – with only 30% declined because they didn’t meet company policy.
In addition to giving employees greater freedom, the ability to offer flexible work is also a competitive advantage.
“As many organisations look to bring employees back into the office, they’re facing a new challenge: employee resistance,” the company state.
“To encourage employees to return to the office, companies are increasingly using international remote work policies as a key part of their employee value proposition.”
Global data also shows:
The rise in international remote work is said to be at the forefront of employees’ priorities when deciding where to work.
“After a few years of remote work freedom, workers have grown accustomed to the flexibility that allows them to blend work with personal travel,” the data shows.
This benefit has become a crucial bargaining chip when discussing return-to-office policies, as employees now see the flexibility to work from anywhere as a top priority.
In addition, flexibility to work abroad enhances employee value proposition (EVP) which, in turn, can promote a motivated and empowered workforce.
This is embraced by workplaces, in which 75% of all requests submitted globally were approved.
“International remote work has redefined the modern workplace and it’s here to stay. While there are some risks and considerations that need to be managed, a properly adopted policy on remote work can be a very effective tool to attract and retain key talent,” Ben Neumann, APAC Remote Work Leader at Vialto Partners, said.
