I've been offered a creative copywriting position with a Publicis Agency in a foreign country. Went through the whole interview process, did the assignment, got the offer letter and accepted it. They're helping me relocate and I've sent them all my documents. Now they're saying I'll only receive the official employment contract once I'm there. Is that weird or totally normal? I was hoping to receive it well in advance so that I have guaranteed job security when I resign at my current agency.

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That's normal. I had the same experience when I moved from Europe to the US. My official start date was the first day when I arrived in the US. Had to sign a new letter then. It's a legal thing.

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you're welcome!

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Hope you negotiated a good salary that will keep you happy for a few years. Promotions/salary increases are rare at Publicis’ agencies. Especially if you’re a foreign national on a visa.

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Can I chat with anyone about applying for jobs abroad? Sounds like a fun but difficult opportunity to land

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Honestly I just saw the job posting on Glassdoor and I applied, but I do have agency awards and I'm coming from a big agency in Johannesburh which might have helped. But honestly just shoot your shot every chance you get, that's the main thing I've learned!!

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That’s awesome! Where at? I really want to know so we can all be jealous

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Hahaha it's in Budapest, and I'm moving there from South Africa. Will be a big change and cultural adjustment but I'm excited 😁

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I hear beers and prostitutes are very cheap there. Have fun!

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Congrats on your new role and new home! I work for a Publicis agency too and love it.

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Me too! Looking forward to working from many different countries over the next few years. (Come on COVID, enough already!!) What a great way to explore the world!

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