Your onboarding programme is the first real impression new hires have of your company. For international relocations, the housing experience can make or break that impression. A stressed employee searching for an apartment from a hotel room is not a productive employee. A strong accommodation solution — ready before they arrive — sets the tone for everything that follows.
Why Housing Is the Foundation of Onboarding
Research consistently shows that relocation stress is the #1 reason international assignments fail. When employees worry about where they'll sleep, how to furnish a home, or navigate foreign rental contracts, their focus shifts away from their actual role. The best onboarding programmes solve housing before day one.
The Cost of Getting It Wrong
- Failed relocations cost companies 2–3x the employee's annual salary
- 40% of international assignees consider early termination due to housing stress
- Productivity drops 30–50% during the first month when housing is unsettled
- Employer brand suffers — word travels fast among talent networks
One Solution, Every Level
A strong accommodation partner serves your entire organisation — not just executives. Movinn provides housing solutions for every level, ensuring consistency in quality while offering flexibility in apartment size and location.
Executive Level
- Premium apartments in prime city locations (Frederiksberg, Østerbro, Strandvägen)
- Spacious layouts suitable for families
- Prestigious addresses that reflect your company's standards
- Concierge-level support for spouses and dependents
Mid-Level Professionals
- Well-appointed 1–2 bedroom apartments in central neighborhoods
- Walking distance to business districts and transport hubs
- All-inclusive pricing for simple corporate budgeting
- Flexible durations matching project or assignment timelines
Graduate Trainees & Interns
- Quality studio and 1-bedroom apartments at competitive rates
- Located in vibrant, well-connected neighborhoods
- Fully furnished — no upfront costs for young professionals
- Group bookings available for cohort-based programmes
The Onboarding Housing Checklist
Before the Employee Arrives
- Confirm start date and assignment duration
- Determine apartment requirements (size, location, family needs)
- Book furnished accommodation — ideally 1–2 weeks before arrival
- Share apartment details, neighborhood guide, and transport info with the employee
- Arrange airport transfer or provide clear transport instructions
- Pre-stock essentials (or use Movinn's welcome package option)
- Provide a local emergency contact number
First Week Support
- Ensure the employee has keys and a walkthrough of the apartment
- Share a 'settling in' guide — CPR/personnummer, bank, healthcare
- Introduce them to local services (dentist, gym, groceries)
- Schedule a check-in call after 3–5 days
- Offer spouse/partner support if applicable
Centralised Management with Velocity
For companies managing multiple relocations, Movinn's Velocity platform provides a single dashboard for booking, managing, and reporting on all employee housing. HR teams can track occupancy, manage budgets, and onboard employees across cities — all in one place.
- Book and manage apartments across Denmark and Sweden from one platform
- Real-time availability and instant booking confirmation
- Centralised billing and cost reporting per department or cost center
- Employee self-service portal for extending stays or requesting changes
- Dedicated account manager for enterprise clients
Let's Build Your Programme Together
Every company's onboarding needs are different. Book a free 15-minute video call with our corporate team — we'll design an accommodation programme tailored to your organisation, from executive suites to trainee studios.
Available Cities
Movinn operates across Denmark and Sweden's key business cities. Whether your team is based in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Malmö, or expanding into new markets, we have apartments ready.
ROI of Great Onboarding Housing
Companies that invest in quality onboarding accommodation report 60% faster time-to-productivity, 45% higher retention rates for international hires, and significantly improved employer brand scores. Housing isn't a cost — it's an investment in your people.