When employees have to move If an employer moves the location of their business, employees should check their employment contract for a ‘mobility clause’. It means that employers can normally force their employees to move to places allowed by the clause, unless this is completely unreasonable.

If you have a mobility clause in your contract your employer can normally force you to move to places allowed by the clause unless this is completely unreasonable (such as asking you to move to another country with only one days notice).

Why do you want to relocate?

Sample Answer: “I certainly enjoy this city and would love to pursue my career here, but this position is a great opportunity for my career growth and if it requires relocating, I would definitely consider it.”

How does relocation pay work?

A core or typical job relocation package usually covers the costs of moving and storing furnishings and other household goods, along with help selling an existing home and costs incurred house hunting, temporary housing if necessary and all travel costs by the employee and family to the new location.

What happens if an employer moves the location of their business?

If an employer moves the location of their business, the employee’s situation depends firstly on the terms of their contract of employment. Some contracts include a ‘mobility clause’ which may state employees have to move within certain limits.

Is it possible for an employee to relocate permanently?

It is quite likely that there may be occasions where practically it is not possible for an employee to relocate permanently but due to the needs of the business it is recognised that the skills and expertise of an individual, or a team, are necessary to facilitate the relocation.

Can a employer force an employee to move?

An employer cannot force an employee to relocate and, having followed a due process, if the employee is adamant they will not move then their employment will need to be terminated following a fair dismissal process.

Do you have to have definite answer for relocation question?

If you are in the ‘may be’ zone, you should put that in clear words to the employer. Relocating is a major decision and it is not necessary that you should have a definite answer right away. Ask for time from the employer when you have doubts. Have definite answers to the following questions before you take the decision: