Things to Consider When Making an International Move

As I’m sure everyone will be telling you, an international move is something everyone must do in their lifetime. This is echoed throughout the office here in Edinburgh and by many of the professionals who have been placed by us. What are you waiting for? The Think Global Recruitment team are experienced and dedicated to helping you secure a new job in an international location. The experience, and achievement, is like no other. Embrace the challenges facing you, celebrate the differences and most of all enjoy the opportunity!

Understandably, you may find an international move to be a slightly nerve-wracking experience. I certainly did but I am so glad I overcame my worries and had the time of my life. Here at Think Global Recruitment, we not only find you a job, but offer support and guidance to make the move as easy and worry-free for you as possible.

What do you find most daunting about making an international move? A question which will fill some with sky-scraping levels of anxiety, and a question which others will never really consider seriously because they’re nothing if not adaptable to any situation.

Is it leaving home, your family and friends and the security which familiarity brings? Is it the new culture, the new people, and not knowing anyone in the country, let alone the city? Or is it the more practical considerations – how much will your accommodation cost, how do you get a mobile phone SIM card, what sort of taxes are you expected to pay and how do you pay? Or perhaps it’s the little things that you’ll never know until you make the move and warning letters, for TV licenses and various other things, drop down through your letter box and you wonder why no one has ever told you. Or what if there is an emergency, what is the telephone number you call? What’s the dialling code for friends and family members who want to call you and catch up whilst you are living it large in new and foreign cultures?

Panic not!! Whilst I can’t provide you with all the answers, I do try to supply you with as much relevant information about living in a new country as I can. What makes me able to do this? By putting myself in your shoes, hypothetically, and calling upon my own experience of making an international move, to Australia, myself a couple of years ago, and travelling extensively to and from.

When choosing which course to study at university, it was a no brainer for me between business studies, and international business studies. Purely because it was compulsory for all international business students to study abroad for at least one semester. However, as the time drew closer to choosing which continent I wanted to spend at least 6 months of my life in, I quickly transitioned from being one of those people who gave the practicalities very little thought, itching to get away to see and experience the world, to a little apprehensive of the unknown, mostly.

As it turned out, I was one of the lucky ones who was awarded my first choice – Australia! Although not too culturally dissimilar to the one I was accustomed to, I was still moving to the other side of the world, never having been there before, not knowing anyone, and having to organise everything myself – flights, visa, application to university, accommodation, health and travel insurance, bank accounts, the list continues!  

Now having returned back to the UK, and graduated from university, I have joined the Think Global Recruitment team as a Marketing Intern. My first project here is to research various cities to make that international move a little bit less daunting for all those lucky professionals who are being placed by the team here at Think Global Recruitment. I aim to put those people making, or thinking of making, an international move’s minds more at ease by providing information on: how to set up a bank account, how much tax one is required to pay, the most common mobile phone networks, information about healthcare and dental treatments, the most common airlines which operate in that country to a few suggestions of tourist attractions, events, bars and restaurants to help one settle in and get familiarised with the new surroundings, all specific to each location.

I hope you find this information useful and you do decide to make an international move. I am already thinking about going again – if only I had an accountancy and finance background, I would 100% leave my fate in the hands of the Think Global Recruitment team. 

By Hazel, Think Global Recruitment's Marketing Intern

An APSCo membership and Investors in Young People Accreditation!

Think Global Recruitment, the leading experts in international, financial recruitment is delighted by two great achievements that were confirmed just in time for Christmas.

Firstly, Think Global Recruitment achieved Investors in Young People Accreditation, the only people management standard that focuses on an employer's recruitment and retention of young people.  This represents a true commitment to the training and development of young people and demonstrates Think Global Recruitment as an employer of choice for young people.

Launched in July 2014, Investors in Young People originated through a key recommendation from the Commission for Developing Scotland's Young Workforce, led by Sir Ian Wood.  The accreditation is offered to all businesses across Scotland and exists to recognise and support organisations across Scotland in the employment of young people.

Commenting on the award, Abigail Stevens, Managing Director of Think Global Recruitment said, "We are absolutely delighted to have been awarded Investors in Young People.  Young people are integral to our organisation.  We are proud to bring them in at the start of their career.  Our role is finding international jobs for people, many of which are in the 'young' category and we feel it is important to invest in the people that will be shaping our future.  Think Global Recruitment's vision is 'Improving Lives' and we aim to do this to everyone we work with including our team of young people."

Peter Russian, Chief Executive of Investors in People Scotland, said "This is a fantastic achievement for Think Global Recruitment, and I and the whole IIYP team would like to wholeheartedly congratulate them.  The Investors in Young People framework not only recognises and supports organisations in the employment of young people, but marks them out as an employer of choice.  I envisage that many more organisations will wish to follow in the footsteps of Think Global Recruitment and demonstrate their commitment to young people by working with the Investors in Young People framework"

He continued: "The benefits of recruiting and developing in young people are countless.  These include the creation of a talent pool for the future, new and increased skills in areas such as IT and social media, fresh eyes and mind-sets into business operations along with enthusiasm and unique talents."

Later on, in the same week, Think Global Recruitment received the fantastic news that they have been approved as full members of APSCo an industry body that provides the specialist support and distinctive voice to support companies in their continuous success.

Abigail Stevens commented on the membership, "Everyone at Think Global Recruitment is delighted to have passed the Code of

and Conduct approval system to join APSCo.  We felt it was important to be a member of an established, well regarded professional body that represents our industry.  Amongst other things, this will allow Think Global Recruitment to continue to be up to date with market information and relevant government legislation, gain from networking with other members and expand on the quality training that will be available to our team at Think Global Recruitment.  We are looking forward to fully utilising our membership."

Ann Swain, CEO of APSCo said, "APSCo is delighted to welcome Think Global Recruitment into its membership.  All of our members have to commit to a strict Code of Conduct and rigorous, independently verified, referencing process that means that APSCo is a trusted badge of quality for candidates and employers.  It's not easy to become an APSCo member and the fact that Think Global Recruitment embraced this process shows their commitment to excellence."

For further information please visit:
www.thinkgr.com
www.investorsinpeople.co.uk/investors-in-young-people
www.apsco.org/ 

Or:

emaloy@thinkgr.com / +44 (0) 131 260 5850

Think Global Recruitment - Improving Lives Annual Survey

"International Experience makes me a Citizen of the World"

Each year, Think Global Recruitment conducts primary research in the form of an overseas survey to analyse the experiences of each accountant that they assist in their overseas move.  This year, over 100 participants took part in the survey and the aim of this report is to present; what is motivating international moves, the best elements of international moves and further interesting comments that participants have shared.

The survey was completed anonymously but participants were asked to state where they moved from and where they moved to.  Countries included; Africa, Americas, Asia, Australia, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean, Europe, Middle East, New Zealand, the UK and Channel Islands.

Why move overseas?

When asked, "what is the main factor that prompted your desire to work overseas", the vast majority of participants claimed that work experience, followed closely by lifestyle was their biggest reason for the move.

Other reasons that were given included: moving to somewhere more family friendly, experience another culture, close proximity to other countries, learn a new language and improved weather.

Interestingly, only 12.93% were motivated to make the move because of money.

"Besides the work experience, visit beautiful places and increase culture"

The response to the question, "what was the best thing about the move?" indicated that lifestyle (36.54%) and work experience (25.96%) were the two most highly rated aspects of working and living overseas.  A significant drop to 14.42% brings money in as the third most populous answer. Other answers included; "a mix of lifestyle, money, culture and change" and "a better living level".

Living and working overseas gives enhanced access to travel and the opportunity to visit countries that might normally be difficult or out of reach.  One participant said, in reference to the positive aspects of their time overseas, "ability to travel to several European countries'.  Using Europe as an example, flights are reasonably priced and most countries can be visited with a short journey.  For someone who has lived in the USA all of their life, they may not get the opportunity to explore Europe because cost and travel time can make it quite difficult.

"Quicker progression overseas means that when you return, it is a higher level than you would have achieved had you stayed in your original location"

An extraordinary 85.29% of participants agreed that working overseas helps with long-term career development.  Only 1.96% of participants claimed that working overseas may not help long-term career development.

An almost even amount of participants agreed on each of the three following statements:

• International experience is increasingly sought after in management positions (32.43%)
• International experience shows that I am adaptable to change (30.81%)
• International experience makes you a more rounded person (31.89%)

When the participants were asked if they would consider taking another role in their (new) location 75.73% said yes, 4.85% said no, 13.59% said they were unsure and finally 5.83% said other answers such as, "I would love to work in a different location to gain more working experience and experience another culture" and "I am planning to make this my permanent home.".

Following on from these statistics, the participants were asked if they believe that they made the right decision to move to their new location when they did.  A phenomenal result of 87.25% of participants claimed that they did make the right decision to move.  Only, 0.98% said that they did not, 6.86% said they were unsure and 4.9% gave other answers such as; "Could have moved here many years sooner".

Overall, it is clear that the biggest motivating factors for moving overseas are work experience and lifestyle.  This strongly reflects Think Global Recruitment's vision of Improving Lives.  Living and working overseas not only enhances world, cultural and personal experience but it is hugely recognised as a desirable feature when going through a recruitment process.  Working overseas gives massive exposure to different working environments and proves to employers that their candidates are independent and willing to go the extra mile.  It is fantastic to be able to report that so many people believe that they made the right decision in moving overseas.

Further Information:

The participants were asked if there was anything else they would like to add.  Here are just a few of the comments that were made:

"Just do it!"

"If you are given the opportunity to relocate, take it. It is rewarding and character building."

"It's always a plus to gain international experience"

"Move forward always"

"The decision to move was to gain the work experience, very happy that I did"

"Move to Australia has been very positive for the following reasons:

• Financially much better off
• Necessity to work overtime is an irregular occurrence more often than not
• If you have a strong educational background, chances are your job prospects should be superior 
• Quality of life is much better, great weather, cost of living much lower "

"It's really great to live and work here in the UK because of the working lifestyle, hospitable people and healthy environment to live in. I must say I am delighted to have worked with Think Global Recruitment during the employment process."

"Relocation definitely helped my career progression. The international experience gained is invaluable. In addition, I was able to identify best practice and applied it on my engagements subsequently. On a personal level, the work-life balance and the financial part was way above my expectations."

"It has been a great learning experience for many aspects, well recommended."

"The greatest part about working in a new place is seeing how others work, approach problems and develop solutions."

"The world is so big that you find opportunities almost everywhere, if you are really keen to make it. The important this is that you must be ready to design your life and then you can start to look after the new location. So basically, the first question is 'What do I want?', then the second one is: 'Where can I find it?' That's it."

"Cultural diversity is really a gain / enrichment in personal development."

"Think Global Recruitment are the best people in helping professionals relocate and start new careers internationally"

"It's great to have exposure to other cultures and diversity is an awesome experience" 

"It is an incredible experience. The time zones and distance to travel home were one of the downsides. But travel opportunities were in abundance, it was awesome making friends from across the globe and I certainly expanded my work experience and skills."  

Well Done You Made It!! Now Collect Your Ticket...

The day is finally here, all that hard work and the long hours

waiting in anticipation are over. The FAE results have been published! A massive well done to all of those who have passed. You should be incredibly proud of yourselves - we're not accountants but we know it was hard. Once the celebrations are over (have a drink or two for us please) you will probably being thinking 'what next?'...

We have said it many times before and will continue to declare for many years to come - your CA qualification is like a ticket to the rest of the world. You can move virtually anywhere and many accountants do.

Last week we visited Dublin to present and meet with over 50 trainee and recently qualified CAs. It was just phenomenal to be around so many young professionals who are considering an international move. Some of whom, had already gone ahead and got their visas for their chosen destination and some who were open to anything but seeking guidance. It really was a fantastic atmosphere. We

carried out our Worldwide Opportunities presentation which briefly covers nearly every location across the globe (if only there was time to detail each individual place - we'd be old and grey by the time we finish!) and everyone was so enthusiastic to learn.

We told them about the accountants that we have already assisted in their move to the stunning beaches of Bermuda and the opulent countries of the Middle East. We told them about the serene temples and rich culture of Thailand and the thriving business and financial centre in Singapore. Also, Canada - home to spectacular natural scenery and a bustling metropolitan core. And the Czech Republic, known for it's night-life and growing economy. Name a country and I bet we've assisted a CA in moving there. If we haven't... Well, we probably have.

What country takes your fancy? Many accountants that we talk to take on a two year contract so that they can experience another country and culture. This is more than travelling, it's living and working. And not only is it one of the most life changing experiences that you will probably ever have, it is incredible experience to have on your CV. It proves that you are independent and willing to do anything for your career, it makes you stand out from other people interviewing for jobs and on top of all of that, the exposure you will gain is second to none.

If you don't believe us about how you can Improve your Live by living and working overseas, here are a few quotes from Irish Chartered Accountants who took their qualifications to the other side of the world...

Emmet - NYC - Audit Associate to Partner in 10 years

'To get to where I am in my career... Being a part owner of one of the largest professional services in the world... There is no way this would have happened back in Dublin. I arrived in New York with only my bag; I now have a wife, five kids and a lovely house in the suburbs with a pool. I am living the dream. That isn't to say it was easy though, I had to put a lot of work in to get where I am but if you can work hard, you will get the rewards.'

'The career acceleration in New York is second to none. The opportunities are endless and every day is an adventure. With my firm I have visited the likes of, Brazil, Japan, Europe, Singapore, all over the world'

'I would do the experience all over again and recommend it to anyone. You learn nothing from being inside your comfort zone. You need to get out, test your resilience and build the skills and experience that you need to advance in your career.'

'By embracing this experience you will be giving yourself huge development opportunities, you really are elevating the ceiling on your career. There will be huge development opportunities if you choose to take this route and work hard with your career'.

Aisling - Hobart, Down Under - Audit Senior to Assistant Manager in 8 months

'It probably took about three months to settle in, we spent a lot of time going on trips and doing fun things, we kind of felt like we were on holiday for a while'

'The work life balance is amazing, they love Irish and British people because we work so hard. Their busy season here is just like normal busy back home. If you work until 7 you are generally the last person to leave, they all go home at 5.15pm. It's appreciated if you stay late, not expected.'

'I am getting massive exposure to larger clients over here. There's loads of different offices with a lot of different cultures.'

'My firm is heavily into investing in people. Training is really important to them. I'm doing a coaching course at the moment where I look at everyone and see how I can help them do better. I think this will look great on my CV. They are really into training and getting you involved.'

'Just do it! Your won't regret it.'

Katy - Sydney - Assistant Manager to Manager

'Yes, I love my job, my place where I live and the weather!!'

'It shows you are adaptable and makes you very independent and self-relliant.'

Helena - Cayman Islands - Audit Senior to Manager

'Having international experience on your CV is viewed positively by future prospective employers... The proximity of the Cayman Islands to the United States and South America is ideal for additional travel.'

'I love the Cayman Islands, it's so beautiful. I expected George Town to be bigger and more developed but I now like its quaint charm. The beaches are postcard perfect and I love the outdoor activities. I am currently learning to sail and I love it!'

'I have met so many amazing people from all over the world. I sit next to a guy from Zimbabwe and we have become the best of friends. An unlikely pair but a friend for life.'

'I feel a great sense of achievement for moving here alone and making a success of it, it's scary as well as exciting but more than worth the risk.'

'My work day flies because I am so happy.'

'If you are thinking about it, stop thinking about it and just do it! You will never look back. For me it's been and remains to be a very positive move and I love my new life.'

From all at Think Global Recruitment, Congratulations, you made it!!

Now collect your ticket...

Come on People! Up Your Customer Services Game - You will Love It!!

I had to put pen to paper, or at least finger tips to keyboard, on this one.   Over the last few weeks I have increasingly noticed the wide gap between those that provide a good a customer experience and those that don't - and I just dont get why anyone wouldn't!?

Smile over the Smelly Fish and Chips  
OK, so I am in the customer services industry and have been for most of life.  I still don't get why it doesn't come naturally to be polite and friendly.  Its far more fun.  One of my first jobs was working in a chip shop when at School.  Even as young School girls working in a smelly and greasy environment, my colleague Kirsty and I made the most of our job.  We had fun and quickly noticed it rubbed off on the customers.  They liked to joke and laugh with us as we had races to see which of us could wrap the chips the quickest.   They would tell us about their days and we would smile and listen and cheer them up.  That was our job.  People would queue up to have our fish and chips.  I certainly don't think they were the best in town, but we made the experience pleasurable.

Hotels - where do I start!
Part of my role involves a lot of travel.  The best thing that happened to the hotel and leisure industry is TripAdvisor.   This site puts them on the radar.  Every customer that walks through their doors could make or break them.   Hang on though, why do so many hotels not think about that.  I recently stayed at one of Dublin's grandest and oldest hotels.  It used to be the place to go.  The building is still grand.  Communal areas such as the reception and coffee lounge ooze money of long gone days, decadence and somewhere special to be.  Although some bedrooms are still a little 'tired', many rooms have been recently renovated to a good standard.  This hotel is just a few tweaks from being as grand as it once was.  Then why can you book a room there for as little as EUR55?  I believe it has to be down to customer services.  OK, yes they need a good gym or spa and have opted to inconvenience customers by telling them to go across the road to one that you have to pay EUR10 per day for, that is annoying. However, the worst thing any hotel can do is ignore its customers.  I was working there and so on several occasions over the 4 days I was there I ventured in the bar or coffee lounge for a break.  On all occasions I sat their waiting and trying patiently to gain staff attention.  Sometimes I just go up and walked away after 45 minutes of no service.  On the couple of times I did get served, the staff seemed to be in hurry to get away.  If there was more than one in my group, they would take an order from one and rush off without checking if anyone else needed anything.   Rubbish with a capital 'R'.   The staff did not look happy to be there and to be quite frank, it did not make me want to be there, or go back.

In reverse to that, I was in South Africa on business and stayed at the lovely Beverly Hills Hotel in Durban.  Nothing was too much for the staff.  Even though it is a large hotel, from check in to check out, they took time to ask me about my stay, what I needed and delivered.  They remembered who I was and would great me by name and always a smile.  I had guests turn up and they would show them to where I was meeting them in person.  If I asked directions to go somewhere they would take me.  Nothing was too much.   Would I be back?  Like a shot and as you can see from Trip Advisor I might be fighting for a room, people love them so much.

Great Customer Services Debenhams - I will be back!   
Today I visited Debenhams - the staff were friendly, in each department they would ask if I need assistance, without being pushy.  They showed me around the shop, telling me they have other sizes- even in the sales shoes.  I walked out with 5 pairs having gone in for 1.  On returning to the office I found out I had left my smart phone (i.e. my life) somewhere and quickly retraced my steps.  First 2 two places said they didn't have it, but didn't make much of an effort to help, offer to take my number should it turn up or give me the impression they cared.  Debenhams were amazing.  The lady in the shoe department dropped what she was doing to take me to another lady who could radio to lost property.  Lost property had already had a call and could tell me immediately which department it was in.  The care they showed was amazing.  I would not hesitate to go back and have already told several people, including writing this blog.

Last week alone 8675 people in Britain have decided to start a new business
Look at Start up Britain's web site, at time of writing they have said that in the last week alone 8675 people in Britain have decided to start a new business.  That's just Britain, we are competing in a worldwide market now.  With so many new businesses starting up every day we have to stand out to survive.   My recent experience of web development companies has really highlighted just how bad it can get.  I mean, how many web development companies are there out there?  I get at least 5 approaches a day and they are just those that get past the gatekeeper or spam.  I can not believe how many have fired a quote to me before I have even told them what I am looking for.  Before they have worked out what issues I have had in the past so they can sell back a solution.   Who seem to have the attitude of take it or leave it.   I have received quotes ranging from £300 to £30,000, but not even given anyone a brief yet!   I might just start a wager on which will still be here in a year..

It takes around 43 muscles to frown, but only 17 muscles to smile...
Customers have a choice of where they go and will vote with their feet.... Make sure they choose you and do not become a failed business statistic!  Honestly, you will have move fun being nice.  As a good friend always says 'Its Nice To be Nice!'....

Written By Abigail Stevens, Managing Director, Think Global Recruitment

From the Philippines to the UK, Ericson, CPA...

I started with my career as an auditor with one of the Big 4 audit firms in the Philippines in 2009. I have worked for more than 5 years and have progressed through the ranks from an Audit Associate to an Assistant Manager in 2014.  For the past five years, I was assigned in handling multiple engagements for different listed and non-listed clients from various industry sectors. Furthermore, I helped deliver the trainings to the local firm.

In June 2014, I started looking for opportunities abroad.  I know that I was ready to move overseas and be in the next level of my career to gain new experience. There were job openings advertised on the website and I was contacted by Michael Black, one of the international consultants of Think Global Recruitment. At first, I was asked for my top 3 locations where I want to move abroad. I asked Michael to look for job opportunities in the New Zealand, Singapore and in the UK. We have agreed on what suitable role my current profile would fit to. In July 2014, there was an opportunity with a Top Ten Firm in the UK. Then on the 13^th of August 2014, Michael called me to tell me about the good news. I was offered a job as an Audit Executive in their Birmingham office.

Think Global Recruitment was very helpful throughout the recruitment. They do not just give out your resume to the different employers but they are always with you in “every step of the way”. They are very informative and give you tips and research about your prospective employer. I also like the pre and post evaluation calls after every interviews. This helps the applicant to know what went well and what are the things that could be improved on.  Moreover, The UK is 7 hours behind the Philippines. Think Global Recruitment was really accommodating when it comes to your schedule. I am very thankful for Think Global Recruitment and Michael for helping me all the way through the process.

I am currently preparing to move in the UK by the end of the month, I am a bit scared but more of being excited to move in the UK and grow in my profession. I know that this will give me the experience that benefit me personally, professionally and financially.  I know l will make a difference. For those who want to experience a global move in their career, follow your thoughts and dreams. There are a lot of opportunities waiting for you.

Contributed by Ericson CPA

Out of South Africa!!

It is amazing how a whirlwind business trip of 6 days can still feel like a great break!  

On the 8^th October, three of the Think Global Recruitment team, Alistair, Calum and myself, boarded an overnight flight to Johannesburg, just a little excited about the people we were about to meet and a wee treat my PA Lara had organised for us on the last day.  We were so right to have been.

After a 1 hour flight Edinburgh to London and 11 hour flight London to Johannesburg, with Virgin Atlantic, we arrived!  On arriving in Johannesburg airport we were met by a driver who whisked us off the Radisson Blu hotel in Sandton, the business district of Johannesburg. The hotel we stayed at was great for business, clean, modern with WiFi throughout.  They also had suites, which with a partition, can double up as a bedroom and meeting room. Of course, we also liked the pool by reception that you could sneak to for a coffee or bite to eat between appointments. 

We met with a few accountants on the day of arrival (Thursday), including two that we had assisted who had just received job offers to move to the UK.  It was great to be able to meet them in person after phone and Skype conversations leading up to then. 

Early evening and we headed across to Nelson Mandela Square to The Butcher Shop restaurant.   Wow! Wow! Wow!    All three of us had 2 courses, bread and a sausage dip, the best steak we had ever eaten, an amazing bottle of wine and some beers and it came to less than £50.   The atmosphere and service were also great.

The next morning, Alistair headed back to the airport and took a British Airways flight to Cape Town, I took one to Durban, leaving Calum in Johannesburg to meet with accountants seeking an international move over the next three days. Again, I was met at the airport again by a driver and this time driven to the The Beverly Hills Hotel.   Now this hotel is fantastic!   The people that work there would bend over backwards to look after you.  From check in to check out.    I was allocated a suite that had two balconies looking out to sea, a large lounge, lovely bathroom and walk in wardrobe.  I could see, although having a pretty busy schedule, I was at least going to be doing it in fabulous surroundings. 

After one meeting on the Friday afternoon, I was lucky enough to have two good friends join me for dinner.   Lesley and Mark, whom I know from Sydney and now live in Vietnam, were visiting Lesley’s parents in Durban and then getting married in Cape Town.  What great timing!  We visited the very famous Light House Bar at the Oyster Box next to the Beverly Hills to catch up.   Lovely to see them.

The next two morning’s, I had a walk on the beach, brief workout in the gym and then lovely early breakfast on the veranda overlooking the pool and out to sea.  I then headed back to my room for a full day of meeting South African trained Chartered Accountants seeking an international move.    The meetings were great.  Everyone showed up, most early and all were keen and eager to venture out there.  Everyone had a variety of different destinations on their minds, but the one thing they had in common was a genuine desire to gain international experience, both to Improve their Lives and their Careers.   After 18 years of assisting accountants to secure a new position overseas, I still enjoy every meeting of this nature.  

On Monday morning, after meeting with around 60 Chartered Accountants, the three of us reconvened back in Johannesburg – for our treat prior to boarding our international flight!   A visit to the LionPark!   Wow again!  We had a fantastic time seeing Lions and Leopards and so many wildcats up close.  Stroking a Giraffe and a pack of Lion Cubs… Yes I said ‘Stroking a pack of lion cubs’!   The best way to end our trip and spend an afternoon before a long haul flight.

South Africa – we will be back!

Abigail Stevens

International Recruitment Expert

Managing Director of Think Global Recruitment