As I've written before, in my current position as Global IT Manager, I am responsible for the worldwide IT operations and services of our company. As many of our corporate activities are currently focused in Asia, it is obvious that a great deal of my time is spent on projects in this part of the world.
My current relocation assignment was only for a few months, as I needed to manage several important IT Projects in our office. However, as time passed by during these months, I discovered that my wish to remain in Hong Kong only got stronger and stronger. Therefore I have requested my employer if it would be possible to be relocated permanently, as it would be beneficial for both the company (as most IT activities are based around Hong Kong) and myself, as I have the strong wish to stay here permanently.
Today, I am glad to announce that my employer has accepted my relocation request, and that I just have signed my new Hong Kong contract! This means that from september 1 officially I will be employed in Hong Kong, work in Hong Kong, and live in Hong Kong... permanently!
As you understand, a permanent relocation is a big change compared to the few months I was planning to stay here initially. However, many of you know that I already had a long wish to move to Hong Kong, and now when it's finally happening, I am very glad to be able to realize this dream and start my new life here.
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| I will miss the view from my apartment in Amsterdam! |
Besides that, I have an apartment in Amsterdam which needs to be emptied, canceled, and all my personal belongings and administrations need to be taken care of, within the coming two months.
Even though it will be a busy time, I'm planning to post some updates on my relocation process. Hope you will find it interesting to read.
Last but not least, I want to thank my employer for making my relocation possible, and my friends and family for supporting me all the way.
To be continued!
Dear Roald,
ReplyDeleteFirst of all we very happy that what you wanted has become reality! Zoya and me would like to wish you all the health, luck and happiness that we know you do deserve. However, you are a very dear collegue and friend and sure we will miss your near presence. Hopefully we will still be having the opportunity to see you on a regular basis. In the mean time, we are happy that we can stay in touch through the internet. до скорово! Zoya and Eric