Why was K2 Group created?

K2 Group was created to bring specialist mobility services together under one clear structure, so employers can access the right expertise for each move while keeping a consistent, people-first experience.

What is the difference between K2 Group and a relocation company?

A relocation company often focuses on delivering services for a move. K2 Group brings multiple specialist capabilities together, including corporate relocation services, destination support, consulting, and mobility solutions, so programmes can scale with consistent quality.

What services does K2 Group provide?

K2 Group supports global mobility programmes with corporate relocation services, corporate move management, destination services, relocation consulting, immigration support, and technology-led mobility solutions.

What is K2 Group’s approach to corporate relocation?

K2 Group focuses on human-centred support and clear programme governance, combining experienced relocation consultants with practical processes and technology to reduce friction for employees and employers.

Who does K2 Group work with?

K2 Group works with organisations that relocate employees for assignments, permanent transfers, leadership moves, project work, and group moves, supporting both mobility teams and relocating employees.

What should I look for in a global mobility provider?

Look for a proven service model, strong destination coverage, experienced relocation consultants, reliable reporting and governance, and the ability to support different move types with consistent employee experience.

One Group united by a single commitment

K2 Group brings together specialist teams across global mobility, united by a shared commitment to support organisations and their global talent with care, clarity, and consistency at every stage of the journey.

Global leadership, defined by how we lead

Leadership at K2 Group is not defined by hierarchy or visibility, but by responsibility, expertise and accountability. Our global leadership team is made up of experienced specialists across every discipline of the Group, each trusted to lead their area with clarity and integrity.

This approach ensures decisions are informed by deep subject matter knowledge and grounded in real delivery experience. It creates consistency across regions while allowing leaders to respond quickly and thoughtfully to the needs of clients, teams and global talent.

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Across K2 Group, leadership is embedded within each service line and region, creating ownership where it matters most. From relocation and immigration to advisory, reward, technology and communications, our leaders are recognised experts in their fields, guiding teams and setting standards globally.

For clients, this means one voice, a single point of accountability and confidence that programmes are led by people who understand both strategy and execution. Leadership at K2 Group is measured not by profiles or titles, but by outcomes, trust and long-term relationships.

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Client satisfaction

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It reflects how we operate as a business and individuals, emphasising accountability, consistency, and investment in the people we support.

We do not rely on assumptions. Through regular surveys, service reviews and Net Promoter Score® benchmarking, we listen to what our clients need, value and expect. This insight drives everything from day-to-day improvements to long-term strategy. It helps us shape services that deliver on promise and build trust that lasts.

Our Culture

Culture at K2 is not something we write down and forget. It is something we live together. It guides how we support one another & how we show up for our clients, wherever they are in the world.

Our people feel trusted, valued and empowered, creating a culture of care that carries through to our service. From our Great Place to Work® accreditations to the values behind our Q framework, everything is built on doing right by others. When our people thrive, so do our clients.

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Our Global mobility growth journey

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Growing global reach

We begin our global expansion, building a presence in key locations around the world. This gives our clients on-the-ground knowledge and consistent support across borders, helping them relocate talent with confidence.

Offices include:

UK in 2004
Sweden in 2006
Singapore in 2007
Houston in 2008

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Advisory services introduced

We launch professional advisory services to help clients optimise their mobility strategy. By aligning relocation goals with wider business aims, we empower HR and mobility leaders to get more from their programmes. It is now known as K2 Indx within the K2 Group.

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Africa and APAC expansion

Offices open in South Africa & Australia, joining Singapore in our APAC network. This helps us bring more local insight to regional relocations and gives clients deeper support across emerging markets.

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ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications

We achieve ISO certifications for quality management and environmental standards. This formalises our commitment to delivering reliable service and sustainable operations for every client and assignee. Read more about them here.

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ISO 27001 and MEA expansion

With ISO 27001, we strengthen our information security approach. We also open in Dubai. Together, these moves reassure clients that their data is safe and their Middle East needs are expertly covered.

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The launch of Aspire

We launch our five-year business strategy: Aspire. It provides clarity and direction for our teams. Clients benefit from focused service goals, greater consistency, and a partner always pushing to improve.

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Immigration launch

We bring immigration expertise to the group, ensuring better integration and accountability. This helps clients manage complex moves with fewer touchpoints and more consistent compliance. It is now known as K2 X Border within the K2 Group.

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K2 Bespoke is introduced

K2 Bespoke launches as a premium relocation service for senior leaders and their families. It sets a new standard for high-touch mobility, giving clients a solution tailored to their most valued talent.

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New offices in the Americas and Europe

São Paulo, Miami and Paris join our global footprint. This enhances regional capability and ensures clients have local experts guiding each move, every step of the way.

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Kinetic strategy launched

Following Aspire’s success, we launch Kinetic to drive the next chapter. This ensures we continue to evolve our service to meet clients’ changing needs in a dynamic mobility landscape.

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Global celebration in Barcelona

We bring our global team together in Barcelona to celebrate 20 years. This milestone reaffirms our purpose: building strong relationships that benefit our clients and their people.

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EcoVadis partnership

We partner with EcoVadis to strengthen sustainability efforts. Clients gain a mobility partner with measurable ESG performance and shared environmental goals.

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We become Great Place to Work® certified

We are officially certified across all global locations. This reflects the strength of our culture, which directly translates into better service and team stability. Read more about our certification here.

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Launch of AlphaTech

K2 AlphaTech launches to build digital tools for mobility teams. Clients benefit from tech that supports real-world workflows and simplifies reporting, compliance and automation.

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K2 Foundation is formed

We formalise our charitable work through the K2 Foundation. It brings added purpose to our people and shows clients we’re committed to impact beyond business.

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ISO 45001 achieved

We earn ISO 45001 for health and safety management. It ensures we meet the highest standards for duty of care, both for our team and the people we relocate.

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Flagship project by Twelve Degrees

Our communications agency, Twelve Degrees, supports one of the world’s largest hedge funds. Clients now have access to creative comms that support change and mobility engagement.

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Plastics reduction launch

We commit to reducing plastic use across our operations and supply chain. Clients view this as part of our wider promise to act responsibly and operate sustainably.

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We become Great Place To Work® recertified

We’re recognised again for our positive culture. It helps us retain talent, support growth and deliver consistent, personal service worldwide.

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Shanghai office opens

We expand our APAC footprint by opening an office in Shanghai. This provides clients with stronger in-region support for talent moving in and out of mainland China.

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São Paulo school opens

We complete construction of a new school in São Paulo through the K2 Foundation. Clients see this as a real-world reflection of our values and our commitment to long-term, global impact.

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K2 FastTrack launches

We launch FastTrack, a service designed to reduce friction and fear around mobility change. It gives clients and their people confidence in moving quickly without compromising care.

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K2 Indx joins the family

We welcome K2 Indx into the K2 Group. The business strengthens our ability to support complex mobility programmes with specialist expertise and a more connected approach to global talent movement.

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K2 X Border launches

We introduce K2 X Border to simplify the increasingly complex world of international work. The service offers organisations clearer paths for managing cross-border talent, compliance, and mobility strategies.

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Twelve Degrees officially launches

Following successes in the UK and US, we officially launch Twelve Degrees; our communications agency dedicated to change, culture, and the human side of global mobility. It assists organisations in guiding people through transitions with clarity and confidence.

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The K2 Group is launched

K2 Group is formalised, uniting all specialist businesses under a single purpose. This structure gives clients clarity and access to a complete ecosystem of services, each expert, all aligned.

Mayara discussing a relocation in the K2 Group Brazil office

We're a business built with a trusted global partner network

GAPP is our Global Approved Partner Programme, delivering our services worldwide. Built on shared vision and service level expectations, it helps partners operate as an extension of K2, not a third party.

GAPP aligns partners to the same standards, ways of working, and commitment to care, clarity, and quality. This ensures a consistent experience for clients and their global talent during assignments or relocations. The delivery is seamless, accountable, and human, with partners understanding not just what to do but how it should feel for those involved.

Mike Kennedy the K2 Group CTO poses for a photo in the office

InfoSec & technology credentials

Protecting client and assignee data is one of our highest priorities. Our systems are designed to give transparency, control and confidence at every stage of a move.

Through secure platforms and recognised global standards, we keep information safe while enabling the flexibility clients need to manage mobility effectively.

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