Global workforces are becoming more and more connected, with remote working in organisations increasing and growing. Recruiting internationally offers companies a much broader pick of employees with diverse outlooks, different skills and new insights to bring to the table, which can add tremendous value to an organisation’s workforce.
Managing a global team however, can also be tricky and potentially have its difficulties if logistics aren’t managed effectively. Here’s some useful tips for you to consider:
o Take note of time zone differences so you can be aware of appropriate timings for booking meetings with your team members and project timelines too. Utilizing remote tools to get you visually connected with your team members and Time zone sites that identify the best times for all your team to meet in the different countries they reside in, are excellent tools to help stay connected.
o Whilst it’s not good for neither you or your team to be working all hours, being flexible and finding an agreeable time that suits all concerned is essential. This may mean adjusting your work hours and being adaptable with your employees, supporting them to adjust their hours too.
o Ensure your remote employees have the latest technology, giving them the best means to be efficient and productive. High-grade equipment, devices and connectivity help set team members to not only produce quality output in their work but relations and communications improve too.
o Set out expectations for communication clearly. This ensures team members understand how often and when they should be reporting in, which meetings they need to attend and what information to provide, what means of communication they use and timelines to respond to customers.
o Remember – always look at the legals!
Last but definitely not least - do ensure you are complying with the relevant laws in the country you’re hiring, it’s an absolute essential - you don’t want to find yourself in a sticky spot in the legal system. Getting sound advice from experienced people can be a huge help to avoid legal complications.
Virtual Subsidiary can give you more detailed advice on setting up an international and remote team or employee, all tailored to your needs. Do get in touch to talk to one of our team experts:
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