Corporate Relocation Netherlands

Corporate Relocation Netherlands Project – Sumaiya’s Story

Client Profile
Sumaiya is a corporate professional who relocated to the Netherlands in early 2024 through her employer, a global firm formerly associated with PwC. Like many international hires, she arrived with a clear relocation timeline, a strong vision of her ideal home, and high expectations for how smoothly the transition would go. But reality proved more complex.

The Challenge
Despite having secured a job and arriving with a proactive mindset, Sumaiya quickly ran into the harsh realities of the Dutch housing market. Listings disappeared before she could even view them, and many homes did not meet her needs.

Her main frustration? Feeling pushed by urgency, by scarcity, by the overwhelming pressure to just “pick something.”

At one point, it looked like settling for a second-best home might be the only option.

The Dutchify Approach
That’s where Dutchify stepped in. Instead of pushing for speed, we focused on guidance. From day one, we listened carefully to Sumaiya’s preferences: natural light, minimal carpeting, a quiet environment. We advised her on realistic timelines, coached her through application processes, and worked daily to scan and qualify listings.

Our team communicated with her regularly through video calls, email updates, and platform check-ins. When her preferences changed slightly mid-process, we adapted with her: no friction, no delay.

Key Statistics from the Assignment
Our team began onboarding Sumaiya in December 2024, completing all critical steps to initiate her case in under 10 working days. While this process partially depends on timely document uploads from both the employer and employee, we ensured a fast and secure setup via our platform.

Over the course of the assignment:

• Sumaiya received a curated list of 155 properties matching her preferences.
• She shortlisted fewer than 10%, giving Dutchify a final selection of 10 high-quality listings to pursue for viewings and negotiation.
• We successfully arranged 22 property viewings, securing over 50% of the client’s top preferences, a strong result in a housing market under significant pressure.
• The final negotiation for a preferred apartment in Rotterdam North was concluded in less than one week, below the client’s rental budget.

These results reflect the precision, adaptability, and persistence of the Dutchify team, and demonstrate what’s possible when corporate relocation is done right.

The Result
In March 2024, Sumaiya signed the lease to a beautiful apartment that checked every box on her list. She viewed five homes in total, selected two favorites, and secured her ideal match within the Premium package timeline.

More importantly, she relocated with confidence. no pressure, no regrets.

Why It Matters
Sumaiya’s story reflects a truth many HR teams already know: relocation success isn’t just about logistics, it’s about employee experience. When international hires feel overwhelmed or unsupported, it can affect their productivity, satisfaction, and long-term retention.

Dutchify’s people-first process ensured that Sumaiya felt in control, even in a high-pressure housing environment. This is exactly why global companies trust Dutchify with their talent.