Introduction
The modern workforce is changing fast. More companies are hiring internationally, onboarding younger talent remotely, and scaling their teams in competitive urban markets. As a result, many HR teams are revisiting a critical question:
Is our relocation consultant still the right fit—especially for junior hires?
The truth is, most relocation services were designed with executives in mind. But as graduate programs, internships, and early-career relocations increase, employers are discovering that traditional relocation support isn’t always well-suited to the people who need it most.
In this blog, we’ll explore how to evaluate your current relocation consultant and why a housing-focused approach may better serve your junior staff.
Traditional Relocation Consultants: Built for a Different Era
Relocation consultants have historically served a niche audience: senior executives on long-term overseas assignments. Their services are built around:
- Visa and immigration management
- Family support and school search
- Cultural training and language services
- Household goods shipping and storage
- Compliance and tax advice
These services are critical for high-level, complex moves—but they’re often overbuilt for junior staff who simply need to find a safe, affordable rental in a new city and start work quickly.
The Gap Between Junior Staff Needs and Consultant Services
Junior staff typically have very different relocation needs:
- They’re often single or moving independently
- They don’t require schooling or family services
- They have tighter budgets
- They’re digitally native and prefer flexible tools
- They need rapid housing support—not lengthy relocation hand-holding
When a relocation consultant applies an executive-level process to an early-career hire, the result can be:
- Unused services
- Unjustifiable costs
- Slower onboarding
- Frustrated employees
This gap can impact not only your budget—but also the employee’s experience and retention.
Common Signs Your Relocation Consultant Isn’t Meeting Junior Staff Needs
Here are some clear signs your current provider may not be the right fit:
- High cost for low-usage services
If you’re paying €3,000–€10,000 per relocation, but junior hires are only using 20% of the services, there’s a mismatch. - Slow delivery timelines
Junior staff often need to move quickly. Long intake forms and coordination calls can delay their onboarding. - One-size-fits-all packages
Rigid packages often don’t flex based on employee role, location, or urgency. - Lack of local housing knowledge
Many relocation consultants don’t have deep knowledge of local rental markets, especially in cities like Dublin where demand is high and scams are common. - Poor employee engagement
If new hires disengage from the relocation process or revert to managing things themselves, your support isn’t working.
What Junior Staff Really Want From Relocation Services
Based on feedback from companies we work with, junior staff value:
- Clear, honest advice about local housing markets
- Help finding verified, affordable properties
- Scam prevention and security tools
- Quick, lightweight consultations
- Self-service tools that give them control
- Optional upgrades for those who need more
These needs are very different from what traditional relocation consultants typically offer—but they’re precisely where a housing-first relocation model shines.
PropSupport’s Approach: Tailored for Modern, Junior Moves
At PropSupport, we offer a different kind of relocation support. We focus exclusively on housing, and we tailor our services to the real-world needs of junior and mid-level employees.
Our relocation services include:
- Property search guidance with area comparisons
- Scam detection and landlord screening
- Rental document review and preparation
- Tenant onboarding tools
- Flexible service levels from DIY to full support
- Pricing that works for early-career hires
Our approach helps your employees land safely, confidently, and cost-effectively—without relying on outdated relocation playbooks.
Dublin as a Case Study: When Junior Hires Need Local Help
In cities like Dublin, housing is often the number one relocation pain point—not shipping, schooling, or orientation. We’ve supported countless junior staff from the UK, EU, and abroad who needed:
- Local market knowledge
- Realistic advice on what €1,300–€1,800/month actually gets them
- Help avoiding fake listings or scam landlords
- Clarity on deposit expectations, lease terms, and move-in processes
Traditional relocation consultants couldn’t offer that level of granular support. We could—and it made all the difference.
Building a Relocation Strategy That Includes Everyone
HR teams are increasingly creating tiered relocation frameworks that include:
- Full-service relocation for senior or international executives
- Housing-focused services like PropSupport for junior and mid-level staff
- Self-service guides and templates for internal movers
This model is not only more affordable—it’s more equitable. It means all employees, not just high-level hires, receive meaningful support when relocating.
Final Thoughts: Rethink What Relocation Means in 2025
The relocation consultant model isn’t broken—but it’s no longer a fit for every employee.
As your hiring strategy evolves to include international interns, graduate hires, and early-career professionals, your relocation strategy needs to evolve with it.
PropSupport offers a modern alternative: scalable, practical, housing-focused relocation services designed for the new world of work.
📩 Ready to improve relocation outcomes for junior staff?
Get in touch at info@propsupport.com or call +353 1 529 2756 to learn how PropSupport can support your workforce with housing-first relocation solutions.
