How global mobility is shaping the future of work

Why global mobility matters

70% of millennials want to work abroad during their careers.

• Source: PwC – Millennials at Work: Reshaping the Workplace​
• Companies with mobility programs see 25% higher employee retention.
• Source: Deloitte – Internal Mobility: Finding the Hidden Gems in Your Workforce​Deloitte United States+1Deloitte United States+1

92% of HR leaders say mobility enhances leadership development.

• Source: KPMG – Global Assignment Policies and Practices Survey​

Historically, international assignments were reserved for senior leaders sent to oversee expansion into new markets. But today, global mobility has evolved into a more dynamic, inclusive opportunity. Employees at all levels are now exploring short- and long-term assignments abroad — not only to support business needs, but also to pursue personal and professional growth.

This shift reflects a broader change in how people view careers: as experiences, not just ladders. It also reflects how organizations like SIG are investing in a more connected, collaborative global culture.

The benefits of global mobility

Global mobility offers powerful benefits for both individuals and organizations. For employees, it’s a chance to gain new perspectives, expand skill sets, and immerse themselves in different cultures. For businesses, it means more agile teams, stronger local-global alignment, and a more diverse pipeline of future leaders.

At SIG, we’ve seen how international experiences help people grow faster, lead more effectively, and contribute in new ways. Mobility strengthens not only the individual, but the entire organization.

Today, global mobility is a key part of SIG’s talent development strategy. We believe growth doesn’t have to mean leaving — it can mean moving. Whether it’s a field technician relocating to support a key customer, a project manager taking on a regional role, or a finance professional stepping into a global function — we support mobility as a natural part of the career journey.

What we currently do at SIG

• Supportive relocation experiences: We work closely with leaders, teams, and our People & Culture partners to ensure relocations are thoughtful, inclusive, and set employees up for success — both at work and in life.
• Cross-border collaboration: Many of our teams are already international, and we actively encourage collaboration across regions to build cultural fluency and team agility.
• Career pathing with a global lens: We integrate global opportunities into career development conversations, ensuring mobility is not a sidetrack, but part of the main track.
• Storytelling through experience: We’ve launched a new internal series to spotlight SIGers who have embraced global opportunities — sharing honest, inspiring stories about what it really means to live and work abroad.
• Enabling external mobility for key roles: For particular types of roles, we actively support external mobility, enabling us to attract top talent from around the world and ensure the best fit for each position, regardless of geographic boundaries.

Introducing: SIGers on the move

From Brazil to Germany, from the Americas to Canada — our new storytelling series gives a voice to those who’ve taken the leap. These stories reflect not only individual courage, but the openness and support that defines SIG’s culture. Because for us, mobility is about more than location. It’s about connection, growth, and building a future without borders.

What’s next for global mobility at SIG?

As we continue to grow globally, we’ll keep strengthening the structures, policies, and cultural support that make international careers possible. We believe that mobility should be accessible, inclusive, and embedded into the way we work — not just for a few, but for many.

Our commitment is to keep opening doors, encouraging exploration, and helping SIGers build careers that span roles, functions, and borders.