Hello HR Community,
I am a software professional located in Milwaukee WI, looking for your thoughts on a subject that has me stumped.
The majority of the team that I work with is located across the country in our Los Angeles CA office. My fiance and I would like to move to Los Angeles for obvious reasons (the weather!). Work-wise, this move would make complete sense for the business, as I will be closer to the team. I don't believe it is unreasonable to request such a transfer, but can I expect the business to offer a relocation package, and/or a pay increase to offset the increase in cost of living?
Notes, which may affect the outcome?
- Los Angeles cost of living is 15% greater than Milwaukee
- Work for a 5000+ employee public company
- Been with the company for 1.5yrs
- Was recently promoted with a 10k raise
Thanks ahead of time!
I am a software professional located in Milwaukee WI, looking for your thoughts on a subject that has me stumped.
The majority of the team that I work with is located across the country in our Los Angeles CA office. My fiance and I would like to move to Los Angeles for obvious reasons (the weather!). Work-wise, this move would make complete sense for the business, as I will be closer to the team. I don't believe it is unreasonable to request such a transfer, but can I expect the business to offer a relocation package, and/or a pay increase to offset the increase in cost of living?
Notes, which may affect the outcome?
- Los Angeles cost of living is 15% greater than Milwaukee
- Work for a 5000+ employee public company
- Been with the company for 1.5yrs
- Was recently promoted with a 10k raise
Thanks ahead of time!