Chestertons has become the first estate agency to join the Association of Relocation Professionals (ARP), as the London-based firm looks to strengthen its links with the corporate relocation market.
The membership will give Chestertons access to a wider network of relocation management companies, corporate mobility specialists and international employers.
According to the agency, professionals working in technology, artificial intelligence, banking and investment account for 57% of the corporate relocations it handles.
Chestertons targets corporate relocation market
Chestertons’ Corporate Services team works with relocation agents, businesses and international organisations to help employees and their families find accommodation when moving to London.
The agency has spent more than 18 months developing relationships across the relocation sector ahead of joining ARP.
Eliza Nissim, director of corporate services at Chestertons, said: “We are delighted to become ARP’s first estate agency member, following more than 18 months of building relationships across the relocation industry.
“Relocating to a new city can be daunting, particularly for international employees and their families. Our role is to make that transition as smooth as possible, combining local knowledge with a personal service tailored to each client’s needs.
“ARP membership will allow us to strengthen industry partnerships, share expertise and contribute to the development of the sector.”
Relocation body opens membership to estate agency sector
ARP represents businesses and professionals involved in corporate relocation, including relocation management companies, destination service providers and corporate mobility teams.
Chestertons’ membership marks the first time an estate agency has joined the organisation.
Tad Zurlinden, chief executive of ARP, said: “Housing is often what decides whether a move succeeds, for the employee and their family as much as for the employer.
“Bringing agents into ARP alongside relocation management companies, destination service providers and corporate mobility teams gives our members a fuller view of the supply chain.
“It also helps raise standards across every part of it. We look forward to Chestertons’ contribution and to welcoming more property professionals into the association.”
Anshul Rajan, key client and business development director at Chestertons, said the membership reflected the agency’s efforts to develop relationships with corporate clients and relocation professionals.
