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Moving to the Centre Val de Loire: a land of art and history

Moving to the Centre Val de Loire: a land of art and history

Moving to the Centre Val de Loire means taking advantage of the magnificent châteaux of the Loire and a great heritage of art and history. Characterised by its gentle way of life and its dynamic employment area, the Centre Val de Loire region will undoubtedly seduce you! 

Why the Centre Val de Loire?

Based on a compilation from public dataand supplemented by feedback from newcomers supported by the platform, the "Bien-vivre" tool offers numerical data on 11 criteria. According to the Bien-Vivre tooltool, the Centre Val de Loire region has a number of assets that attract more and more mobile people. Living in this region allows people to reconcile their professional and personal lives while enjoying a pleasant living environment and a more serene life.

Ideally located 1 hour south of Paris, the Centre Val de Loire region combines quality of life and a dynamic economic area. The region owes its reputation to the quality of its land and its rich cultural heritage. Its varied and preserved landscapes as well as the richness of its history contribute to the attractiveness of the region, particularly in terms of tourism.

The labour market, employment and income

In the Centre-Val de Loire, there are three employment areas: in the north of the region, the labour market is driven by trade with the Paris basin. The Loire axis, with Orléans and Tours, is the most dynamic area in the region. Finally, the last employment area is located in Berry.

The region attracts international companies, in particular thanks to its location as a crossroads in the region and its proximity to the capital. The leaders in IT and logistics offer many jobs to be filled each year. Orléans is also the leading pharmaceutical centre in France. The Centre Val de Loire is also the 1stThe Centre Val de Loire is also France's and Europe's leading cereal-growing region.

Quality of life

The environment

What would the region be without telling you aboutits many châteaux and vineyards? Its environment, in the heart of the land, allows you to spend a weekend visiting its famous châteaux, cycling along the paths of the Loire. The cradle of the Kingdom of France, the Centre-Val de Loire is home to some of the most prestigious châteaux in France: Chambord, the château of François I, Chenonceau, Chantilly, Villandry and its gardens, the Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci lived...

The Centre Val de Loire is also the 3rd largest wine-producing region in France, and the 1st for white wines (Chinon, Touraine...) Historically, the departments of the Centre-Val de Loire were formed from three historical provinces: Orléanais (Loiret, Eure-et-Loir, Loir-et-Cher); Berry (Cher and Indre) and Touraine (Indre-et-Loire). Its historical and cultural heritage welcomes an average of 9 million tourists every year. The medium-sized towns and local centres play a major role in the balance of the region and preserve this quality environment.

The Loire Valley has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. Along the Loire, you will find a variety of landscapes, as well as a rich biodiversity throughout the area, which is shared with the Pays de la Loire region.

Education and health

In terms of education, student life is lively. The Universities of Orléans and Tours have the most students. 

The region is also ideal for families: there are many dedicated infrastructures, such as more than 300 crèches and childcare centres, and many secondary schools. The health sector is also very well established, with major hospitals and a good density of general practitioners. It has also invested in multidisciplinary health centres and health centres. and in Health Centres.

The community

The region is festive throughout the year. Concerts, shows and festivals are organised all year round. The most famous of these is the Printemps de Bourges, an annual musical event. The international music festival of Sully sur Loire and Orléans Jazz keep the inhabitants of the region dancing. Orléans also has a Zénith which hosts numerous concerts and shows.

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Services and security

For the services, important transport networks facilitate the life of the inhabitants: motorways, numerous trains and well-developed urban networks. Obviously, its location plays a role in this developed rail and road network.
In terms of commercial services, the cities of Tours and Orléans offer a wide range of shopping facilities, but also small local shops such as supermarkets and bakeries.

Housing

Characterised by its gentle way of life, newcomers to the Centre Val de Loire will be able to take advantage of numerous properties at attractive prices . The property market in the Centre-Val de Loire region is favourable to people who wish to settle there. There is a wide range of accommodation on offer.

It should be noted, however, that the two capital cities, Tours and Orléans, saw property prices rise by an average of 5% and 3% respectively in 2020. This increase is favoured by the Covid 19. The cities of Châteauroux, Blois, Bourges or Chartres seem more attractive in terms of prices.

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The 5 cities where to settle in Centre Val de Loire

If you've decided to move to the Centre Val de Loire, all that's left to do is take action! To help you, here is a selection of 5 towns where it is good to live in the region, to help you find your ideal place to live!

Towers

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It is impossible to talk about the Centre Val de Loire region without mentioning the beautiful city of Tours. This city benefits from a strategic position on the French territory, at 1h20 of TGV of Paris and at the doors of the West. Its strong economic dynamism attracts many French people who choose to settle in Tours every year. A town on a human scale, enjoying its proximity to Paris, Tours is attracting more and more families looking for a place to settle. However, the demand is still high and properties are going quickly. The property market in Tours remains accessible.

It is an ideal place to live with your family, with a pleasant environment and a dynamic lifestyle. In Tours, life is gentler and Tourangeaux take the time to have lunch in the city centre brasseries. In terms of urban planning, the city is distinguished first and foremost by the old buildings in the old part of Tours, including several half-timbered houses, and by its large green spaces.

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Orleans

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Only an hour and a half from Paris on average, Orléans is above all a city with a green environment. It is the perfect balance between town and country.

From the centre of Orleans, walk or cycle along the Loire and you will be in the heart of true nature in less than 15 minutes. The city offers a privileged gateway to the Loire and more generally to the cultural and tourist assets of the wider region.

One immediately thinks of the chateaux of the Loire Valley (Chambord, Cheverny, Chenonceau...) which can be visited by car, by bike or on foot...

Blois

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Moving to Blois means taking advantage of all the benefits of a big city, without the drawbacks: culture, sports, leisure, nature, shops... all within walking distance, without traffic or parking problems.

You will appreciateits remarkable living environment, its natural landscapes, its banks of the Loire, its architectural and natural heritage, its parks... Between Tours and Orléans, it benefits from an ideal position: between Paris and the Pays de la Loire.

Reassuring in terms of tranquillity and living environment, cities of this size attract a good number of families. Prices are of course very affordable.

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Bourges

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 Bourges attracts newcomers for its authenticity and calm. Many French families move here every year. Often described as an extremely charming and engaging town, it has an exceptional heritage, notably with its pretty historic centre, lined with timber-framed houses that are still visible. Bourges Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its parks and gardens allow you to live in the city, but with greenery and fresh air, ideal for families for example.

The city hosts a beautiful music festival: the Printemps de Bourges. The inhabitants are particularly welcoming andthe town has a feeling of security. The advantages of a medium-sized town are also numerous: comprehensive sports facilities but also a strong community life. Rents are also very affordable.

Châteauroux

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In the heart of the Berry province, Châteauroux is rich inhistorical heritage. The city is a real treasure of the region. Its pleasant living environment is oriented towards nature.

Living in Châteauroux means above all taking advantage of the dynamism of a town on a human scale. Festivals, open-air walks, gourmet markets in the Berry region... The living environment is really pleasant.

Located in the Centre-Val de Loire region and the Indre department, Châteauroux is a crossroads between Tours, Bourges, Poitiers, Limoges and Orléans: these cities are all between 1 and 2 hours away by car. This is an important criterion that confirms the agglomeration's openness on a national scale.

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Special mention for the Indre et Loire department, with its Switch Up by Tours Loire Valley platform . Tours Loire Valley relies on networked hospitality thanks to its many hosts. They make it easier for newcomers to settle in and integrate in Touraine.

So, have you decided? The Centre Val de Loire region is for you?

Switch Upwill support you in your installation through our local network of Ambassadors. Our ambassadors will be happy to help you with administrative procedures, finding accommodation, schools, discovering the area or integrating. Our ambassadors from Tours will be able to share with you all the information you need to settle in the Centre Val de Loire!

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The accompanying spouse, undergone or chosen mobility?

The accompanying spouse, undergone or chosen mobility?

  • Lauren Pinel

Your spouse has accepted a position in a new city and as a result you have to move too. Whether you have been forced to move or have chosen to do so, it will in any case bring you probable questions, and perhaps even fears.

You will have to go through the famous change curve. The mobility of the accompanying spouse can be difficult. We explain...

The mobility of the accompanying spouse: an observation.

According to a study by expat communication 92% of accompanying spouses are women. In order to draw up a typical profile of the accompanying spouse in mobility, we can also base ourselves on age. Thus, 59% of accompanying spouses are between 30 and 44 years old. However, one might think that young working people are more likely to be mobile, but only 8% of accompanying spouses are under 30.

Prior to departure, 73% of accompanying spouses have a full-time job. Spouses are mostly looking for a job when their partner starts a new job.

Most of the spouses will return to work in the same line as their previous position. The other part retrain, mostly in teaching-related jobs. 30% decide to take the plunge and become entrepreneurs or self-employed.

In ¼ of the cases, finding a new job is quick, the average being around 5 months.

Regarding the mobility decision, 90% of women state that the mobility decision is a joint one. When the decision to move is more likely to be motivated by one of the couple, 70% of men say they have made the decision to move, compared to 52% of women. 

The feeling of sacrifice is still very much present among accompanyingspouses who sometimes put aside their own aspirations at the time of departure, whether they are personal or professional. A total of 33% of accompanying spouses admit to having sacrificed their own career to put their spouse's career first.

3 tips to make it work

♦ Anticipation

Anticipating mobility is an essential element of good preparation. It allows the couple or family members to take mobility into consideration. Thus, they will feel more serene as they approach it. Communication is the key: listen to the different points of view. Indeed, the wishes of the mobile employee may not be those of his or her spouse. You can make a list of pros and cons. Also think of a list of positive things that this mobility can bring to both of you. You should also think about the fact that the partner who follows the other is the one who is most at a loss: how will this affect his or her work?

For example, for some people it will be better to leave their job when their spouse takes up work elsewhere. This way, you will not be separated and can continue your research on the spot. Others prefer to finish their contract from a distance while they find a new job. You also have the option of taking unpaid leave, parental leave or a contractual separation. This will prevent you from resigning, which can complicate the transition between your previous professional life and that of today and tomorrow. For smooth mobility, the couple must listen to each other and support each other: the support of their partner is essential.

♦ Location

Where are you going to live? Perhaps in a big city for a promotion, or on the contrary in a provincial town to move away. But what does your partner want? Make sure you communicate your choice of new region. If your partner is looking for work, the employment area will be an essential criterion for him/her.

In addition, most mobile people are looking for a better quality of life, with a quality of life and an environment environment. You may have to compromise between your different aspirations. It's a long-term project that requires thought, organisation and input from everyone involved if you're moving as a family.

Our Bien Vivre tool allows to value regions on job ads thanks to 11 differentcriteria that are essential in the process of choosing a new region. For example education could be an important factor if you are moving with your children.

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♦ Accompaniment

Being accompanied in the mobility process is an unavoidable solution for a successful arrival. In the context of the mobility imposed on the accompanying spouse, it allows for a contact person.

Having someone on the spot, a local resident, a contact person, makes it easier to settle in and integrate.
Switch Up offers unique and personalised support through its network of ambassadors. They support you in your mobility on different topics such as housing search, registering your children at school, administrative procedures but also in the job search for the accompanying spouse.

This can be a real advantage: if you get caught up in packing or organising your day-to-day life once you are there, the help of an ambassador will be welcome.

Psychology of mobility of the accompanying spouse

♦ All change is grief

The grieving process is about all losses experienced in the course of life. It also concerns professional mobility, moving and changing jobs.

The different stages of mourning can be compared to the different phases of expatriation, which we can generalise to the phases of changing residence. 

The "grief curve" is the natural process that the person in question goes through when faced with a sudden change in their professional and/or personal life. Of course, the process will be different for everyone, and will take a different time, but will also produce different reactions.

Moving house, changing region or city is often a heartbreaker: 76% of French people see it as a major source of stress. These are moments of uncertainty and uncertainty. It is not easy to close the door on your past. There is inevitably a destabilisation of people on the move. "You have to deconstruct one place in order to reconstruct another.

The arrival without a job is also a source of stress because in addition to the search, which can be long, there is also a new environment to get used to, new things to learn depending on the region.

The first stage is shock, or denial of change. Then comes a new situation, awareness. 

And it is at this point, usually at the bottom of the curve, and once the fear or discomfort is felt, that the transformation takes place and allows the person to accept and adapt to the change (in this case the move or change of region). 

The last stage of the process is involvement, integration, and also serenity. It is the completion of the change process. The accompanying spouse will have achieved mobility and integration.

♦ Testimony of an expatriate

Here is the audio testimony of Gabrielle R., who accompanied her spouse to New Caledonia for several years. She talks about the phases she went through and how this expatriation experience allowed her to find new aspirations.

By calling on Switch Up, you can make the accompanying spouse's mobility a success. Thanks to our local ambassadors, finding accommodation and social integration will be easier. 

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Professional mobility New Aquitaine Preparing your mobility Territories

Settling in New Aquitaine: in the heart of the vineyards, near the dunes

Settling in New Aquitaine, in the heart of the vineyards, near the dunes

Miles of beach, the proximity of the Pyrenees, acres of nature.... New Aquitaine opens its doors to you and invites you to come and settle in the region. Discover the region from all angles (employment, quality of life, housing, income...) Moving to New Aquitaine means living between dunes and vineyards!

Why New Aquitaine?

Our 'Living Well' tool is based on public data on regional on regional well-being. It is also supplemented by feedback from newcomers supported by the platform. Thus, it provides you with figures on 11 predefined criteria. According to Bien-VivreAccording to Bien-Vivre, New Aquitaine is attractive to many people on the move, especially those from the Paris region. Moving to New Aquitaine allows you to reconcile your professional and personal life. And in addition, to benefit from a pleasant living environment and a more serene life. The growth of its population, particularly marked on the coast, makes it one of the most attractive areas in France. The region is ahead of the Ile-de-France and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in terms of demographic dynamism.

The labour market, employment and income

The Nouvelle-Aquitaine region has twelve departments. It is characterised by the preponderance of its agricultural and forestry employment (1st European agricultural region). It is positioned in the agri-food, aeronautics and space, wood and paper industries.

Its economy is therefore based on agriculture and viticulturewith the vineyards of Bordeaux and Cognac. Its industrial sector is notably very efficient. There are also powerful aeronautical, space and pharmaceutical industries.

Niort is the fourth largest financial centre in France. The city is known for its numerous mutual insurance companies. The Gironde, with Bordeaux, concentrates a majority of the active population and therefore of employment. The Atlantic Pyrenees, with the city of Pau, is not to be outdone. The department is closely followed by Charente Maritime, notably with the dynamic employment area of La Rochelle. Moreover, the regional council of New Aquitaine is the one that invests the most in innovation and research. The region's research potential is based on its 5 universities (Bordeaux, Limoges, La Rochelle, Pau and Poitiers) and its Grandes Écoles.

Quality of life

The environment

Having both the mountains and the ocean nearby is a luxury that many French people do not have, except for the people of Aquitaine! The proximity of the Pyrenees and the ocean offers the possibility to go for a picnic on the beach after a day's work. You can also put on your skis for a few hours of skiing in the Pyrenees. This makes life softer and contributes to the exceptional quality of life in New Aquitaine. Life is less stressful, more peaceful. 

Aquitaine is the largest beach in Europe (with 250 km of sand). It is also the cradle of surfing in Europe, notably in Biarritz and Anglet. The Aquitaine coast has some of the most famous seaside resorts such as Arcachon, Biarritz or Royan.

And what would New Aquitaine be without telling you about its capital, Bordeaux? A large provincial city, it is attracting more and more new talent. Its pleasant living environment is combined with great professional opportunities.

In Charente-Maritime, you will be able to go from the Atlantic coast to the vineyards of the hinterland. Not forgetting its dynamic towns such as Royan, La Rochelle, or its small villages full of charm.

For a total disconnection, the Corrèze, the Dordogne or the Landes are territories that allow you to live close to nature and in an incredible living environment. The cities of Poitiers, Limoges and Niort allow you to live in medium-sized cities where the employment pool is also dynamic.

Education and health

The region is a major student centre, with several universities and grandes écoles*.

The 22 members of the Club des Grandes Écoles de Bordeaux Aquitaine are: Arts et Métiers Paristech Bordeaux, Bordeaux Sciences Agro, CESI Bordeaux, CESI Pau-Assat, EBABX, EISTI, ENM, ENSAP, ENSC, ENSCBP, ENSEIRB MATMECA, ENSGTI, ENSTBB, ESTIA, Groupe ESC Pau, IAE Bordeaux, IAE Pau-Bayonne, IPB, IEP, INSEEC, ISA BTP, KEDGE.

New Aquitaine is the third region in France in terms of education. In terms of health, the region is also well rated. This is due to the number of doctors present in relation to the number of inhabitants. Despite a marked difference between the different departments, the region has been able to find solutions to compensate for the low medical density. Examples include telemedicine and the delegation of certain consultations to pharmacists. 

The community

 The Aquitaine region produces products of exceptional quality: AOC meats, poultry, cheeses, vegetables. All of this cooked into delicious culinary specialities: the Aquitaine people have reason to be proud of their gastronomy. It is also the region of Jurançon, Bergerac, Bordeaux, Saint Emilion. Enough to delight wine lovers! It is around this gastronomy that you will be able to meet the neo-Aquitains.

First and foremost defined as inhabitants of the South West of France, they are epicureans and like to share.
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Services and security

New Aquitaine is a region of transit between the Paris basin and the Iberian peninsula. This situation explains the development of major road axes. In addition, the Paris-Bordeaux-Toulouse-Spain high-speed line makes it possible to travel from Paris to Bordeaux in just 2 hours. 

Services are developed in the major cities such as Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Pau, Limoges. It is also a region where you feel safe!

Housing

Already very popular with many urbanites, the Bordeaux metropolis seems to be attracting even more customers since the deconfinement.

Moreover, Bordeaux remains the preferred city for executives wishing to leave Paris, according to the 2018 edition of the Cadremploi study. 

The Basque Country is also booming, having experienced an intense recovery. Local demand is also returning in the Landes. In Bergerac, in the Dordogne, demand has also exploded. But despite these increased demands following the confinements, property in New Aquitaine remains much more affordable than in the Paris region. The coast, Bordeaux and La Rochelle will still be more expensive than Limoges, Poitiers or towns less close to the sea. 

Attracting more and more people on the move, the Aquitaine region combines many sought-after criteria and makes its charm work. Its environment, its dynamic employment area, but also its quality of life make it the ideal region to settle down in !

The 5 cities where to settle in New Aquitaine

If you've been seduced by New Aquitaine, all that's left to do is to move there. To help you find your ideal place to live, Switch Up has put together a selection of 5 cities where life is good in the region! Many cities in the region offer a very pleasant living environment and therefore allow you to settle serenely in New Aquitaine.

Bordeaux

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Thecapital of the Gironde and Aquitaine regions, Bordeaux is attracting more and more newcomers. It is a city on a human scale, it is airy and allows you to breathe! Life here is gentler and more peaceful than in other large cities in France. It's a lively city, particularly dynamic, where you can discover beautiful exhibitions or go and watch a football or rugby match with friends. Student life is very pleasant. The sea is easily accessible from Bordeaux and the city is lined with green spaces. Strolls along the Garonne River, passing in front of the Hôtel de Vie, testify to the quality of life in Bordeaux.

Accessible in only 2 hours from Paris, Bordeaux is perfectly situated for work, but also for a weekend away! Sectors such as services recruit a large number of employees in Bordeaux. This is particularly true for personal services and digital professions.

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Limoges

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Limoges is a city on a human scale, characterised by its gentle way of life. Appreciated for its safety, the medium-sized city is known for its art and history. Visit its porcelain workshops and museums and stroll through the historic heart of the city, but also the surrounding area in a greener setting. It is a real little corner of paradise to live in with your family. Limoges also stands out from an economic point of view. Indeed, its unemployment rate is much lower than the national average. The cost of real estate is also lower than in its neighbours Poitiers and Bordeaux.

Poitiers

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Poitiers is strategically located in the heart of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, 1 hour 15 minutes from Paris and 1 hour from Bordeaux! The city offers newcomers a warm welcome, diversity and mobility. As for the environment, the air quality is enviable. What makes Poitiers so special are its parks, especially the Parc de Blossac, its gardens and its small animal park, which will delight the youngest.Real estate is affordable and the unemployment rate is below the national average. The ideal location and quality of life of this beautiful French city attracts many people on the move; workers, researchers and students. Poitiers is therefore "the place to be" to realize all your projects!

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Pau

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Often praised for its quality of life, Pau is a city that offers the economic and cultural advantages of a big city. But without the inconvenience of traffic jams or the cost of housing. Its location is ideal, at the foot of the Pyrenees, near Spain and just over two hours from Bordeaux. Accommodation is always affordable. It is a dynamic city, and the centre is very pleasant, surrounded by green spaces. Described as a lively but also quiet city, Pau offers many different activities, especially sports, where you feel relatively safe.

The pace of this town is in the image of the Béarn region: peaceful, local, values. In terms of employment, the digital and sustainable development sectors are to be found. It is the cradle of major companies in the aeronautics, chemical and food industries. 

La Rochelle

Discover our Focus City La Rochelle

Living in La Rochelle means enjoying superb architecture and a town on a human scale. Everything is within walking distance, and there is of course the proximity of the sea and the good weather. The city centre is very attractive with its small shops, restaurants, and the feeling that people take time to live. The coastal paths and the walks and bike rides La Rochelle is the third largest city in France, with a population of over 1 million. La Rochelle is the 3rd city in the ranking of villages and cities where it is good to live. A major tourist destination, La Rochelle also stands out for its employment opportunities, its university, and its economic and commercial dynamism .

Discover our Focus City La Rochelle

So, have you decided? The Aquitaine region is for you? Switch Upaccompanies you in your installation thanks to our local network of Ambassadors. Our Breton ambassadors will be delighted to welcome you, whether you are looking for administrative procedures, accommodation, schools, or to discover a new neighbourhood. Our Aquitaine ambassadors will be able to share their best practices with you, they are experts in the issue of moving to New Aquitaine.

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Bien Vivre: territorial attractiveness at the service of recruitment.

Bien Vivre: territorial attractiveness at the service of recruitment.

When a candidate decides whether or not to apply for a job offer, he or she thinks about it. They weigh the pros and cons, list the benefits and assess the risks. These can be personal, family or professional. For 78% of candidates, location is essential in this reflection! Find out more about our Bien Vivre tool, which uses territorial attractiveness to help with recruitment.

Territorial attractiveness is a key criterion for candidates.

In a job advertisement, the location of the position is the second most important element that a candidate pays attention to.

Today, companies do not capitalise on this element. However, the living environment offered by a territory is a determining factor. Therefore, quality of life at work rhymes with territorial quality of life. The location of the workplace, if it is enhanced to increase mobility, would allow the unemployment rate to be reduced by 2 points. Why should this be the case? Because workers are sensitive to the advantages of territories.

In fact, 7 out of 10 Parisians would be interested in a job outside the Ile de France. The search for a better living environment (89%) is the main reason for their mobility. Many cities make it possible to reconcile this criterion with good professional opportunities. Whether it is the metropolises, medium-sized towns or the small towns of tomorrow... Each of us can find our ideal city according to the criteria that we consider important.

Bien Vivre presents the catchment areas using 11 criteria

Our new solution allows you to highlight your location directly in job advertisements. This allows to highlight the attractiveness of the territories via 11 criteria. They are based on public data on regional well-being. Our solution makes it easier for candidates to make a decision thanks to a better valuation of the territories. Bien Vivre is based on public data from the OECD and is completed by feedback from newcomers. Our tool offers numerical data on 11 predefined criteria.

The interest of the position and the company's mission are essential, but factors related to future personal life are also important. Bien Vivre measures the attractiveness of the territories thanks to these different criteria, and allows people on the move to choose their new home:

♦ The dynamism of employment

Indeed, employment is one of the main criteria triggering a move. Settling in a dynamic employment area will facilitate your spouse's professional integration. This will increase his or her chances of finding work there. The dynamism of your future place of residence in terms of employment allows you to plan for the long term in this new place of residence...

♦ Environmental quality

 The living environment is important when choosing a place to live, especially since the confinements in France. Having a pleasant environment is an essential criterion. Some people prefer to live in the mountains for fresh air, and others near the sea. Even in the city, the living environment can be pleasant, with a garden or parks nearby for example. The quality of the air, the number of parks, the proximity of the countryside... are all elements that are increasingly important in daily life.

♦ Housing

Perhaps you are looking for a house with a garden, or a bright flat. Have you thought about several bedrooms, an office or a particular location? This is an essential criterion for choosing your new home. Study the ads in your criteria, the availability and define your essential search criteria.

♦ Income

You will probably not earn the same salary in Paris as in Brest... But the cost of living is also lower! It will be easier for you to invest in a house. Beyond your income, what is important is the income in relation to the local cost of living. It is important to study this topic to decide whether or not to accept a job.

♦ Security

 Safety plays an important role. Indeed, not being afraid to go out alone, to feel serene for oneself or for one's loved ones is a major lever for decision making.

♦ Health

Access to health care can be a key factor in the choice of where to live. Having access to a GP is crucial when you have health problems or children, for example. In some areas, access to health care can be a real problem. 

♦ Accessibility of services

Do you do your shopping at the organic shop? Do you usually have a coffee at the local bar, or buy your bread every evening before going home? Services are crucial when you are looking for your new home, as is access to the Internet. They build up your daily life and allow you to get your bearings and habits.

♦ Education

The quality of education is particularly sought after by parents or students. This criterion is defined by the number of schools in the vicinity of one's home, the universities and their programmes, the grandes écoles, etc.

♦ Civic engagement

Knowing that the local population is involved in the quality of life in the community is important. Settling in a place where the elected representatives defend projects in line with its values is essential. Indeed, this in turn allows for civic involvement to improve the lives of citizens.

♦ The community

It plays a role in the integration into the new place of life. Integrating into a group that shares your lifestyle and interests is important for settling into your new life. Creating a social circle, sharing and feeling welcomed helps to develop a sense of belonging to the community.

♦ Quality of life

This criterion synthesises all the previous ones together. In fact, it is the overall satisfaction with daily life. From the environment to services and safety, the quality of life is specific to each person. It must bring together the criteria that are important to us, in order to be happy in our city for a long time and to enjoy an ideal quality of life at a given time.

Each person has his or her own ranking in terms of the above criteria, which, moreover, evolve as life experience changes. What seems essential at 25 may be less so 10 years later! However, when we ask candidates who are ready to move, the dynamism of the job is the main factor mentioned. This is followed by the quality of the environment and financial considerations, such as the cost of housing and the cost of living. These criteria are now paramount to fulfilment as proven in the latest study provided by Hello Work. By highlighting territorial attractiveness, our Living Well tool will help you in your choice of a new place to live!

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Living well: territorial attractiveness on your job offers

Here is an example of the Bien Vivre Plug-In. It allows you to enhance the territorial attractiveness, directly on job ads. Intended for job boards, it highlights the location of the position offered. The decision to move to the region is imminent!

At a time when the inhabitants of the Ile-de-France region are increasingly keen to leave Paris and when there is still a high level of tension in jobs in sectors such as IT and industry, the development of territories within employer branding strategies must be implemented rapidly. Rhyming Employer Brand and Territorial Marketing is obvious because the objective is the same: attractiveness! The territory then becomes an added value for employers in terms of recruitment, but also in terms of territorial anchoring and CSR.

Read our press release here!
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Professional mobility Preparing your mobility Cities

Data calculation Living well

How are the territories rated?

Where people live is important for their well-being. The territorial quality of life is shaped by a multitude of factors (from educational provision to health, for example). The dimensions of this territorial quality of life are unique to each individual and change as our lives change. Our Living Well tool aims to enable candidates to work in the territory where it is good for them to live.

1 - Calculating the data

The ranking of territories, especially in the press, is a recurrent subject. It allows to highlight a specific criterion but it is difficult to have an overall view on their advantages and disadvantages, and this, as objectively as possible.

Each criterion is based on different scores in order to build a set of "Good Living" indicators that are comparable between territories. This benchmark is therefore built on a panel of indicators all coming from official sources:

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

Unions for the collection of social security and unemployment contributionsfamily allowances

Unions for the collection of social security and unemployment contributionsfamily allowances

BRRISE - Well-being, attractiveness of rural areas and socio-spatial inequalities

Our repository is also participatory as it is incremented by the feedback of the newcomers we support via our Switch Up platform.

2 - The scoring method includes 11 criteria

Income

Income is an important element of individual well-being as it enables people to meet their basic needs and other important life goals. It is also associated with quality of life, perceived social status and social connections.

Health

There are also strong regional disparities in health, which are partly explained by unequal access to health services. explained by unequal access to health services. However, access to health care is an important issue, especially in sparsely populated areas or for people with specific pathologies (long-term) or special needs (young children, the very elderly, etc.).

Security

Personal safety is the extent to which people feel safe in their daily lives. Objective data is of course used in the calculation of this criterion, but it is supplemented by the subjective feedback of our newcomers. As the feeling of safety is very personal, this criterion is a combination of both objective and comparable data and the feelings of local residents. This criterion should be analysed at the level of the catchment area in order to be interpreted as accurately as possible

Environment

The quality of the local environment has important effects on the well-being of future generations and residents. future generations and the inhabitants. Various aspects of environmental quality need to be included, such as water, waste, facilities, etc. They can be very different in the same area and certainly require a more local look at the catchment area.

Education

Education has many links to the attractiveness of the territory, such as employment and civic engagement. Moreover, it has been proven that education also has important long-term social effects on a territory that affect the overall productivity of places, reduce crime rates and increase the participation of the population in community life. For some regions, the industrial mix and a strong human capital base are strong drivers of attractiveness and competitiveness for employers.

Quality of life

Subjective well-being reflects the way people evaluate their lives. This criterion includes evaluations of life as a whole (usually referred to as 'life satisfaction'), evaluations of particular areas of life (e.g. 'satisfaction with time available for leisure'), feelings and emotions, as well as measures of how well we feel we are aligned with the goals we wish to achieve in life. This criterion is therefore the aggregation of several subjective measures.

Employment

Employment is another dimension of well-being that can have a significant impact on people's material conditions. Moreover, having a job helps people to maintain and develop their skills, and this affects other dimensions of well-being, such as health, connections and life satisfaction. Unequal access to employment is a major factor in interregional inequalities.

Civic engagement

Many of the policies that most directly affect people's lives are adopted at local level. The rate of participation of the local community in decision-making is an indication of the degree of trust that the community has in their representatives and an indicator of the participation of citizens in the political process but also more generally in their involvement in their local life.

Access to services

Accessibility of services is one of the key dimensions of well-being, affecting how people get what they need to satisfy their wants and needs. people get what they need to satisfy their wants and needs. Measuring service accessibility allows a better understanding of inequalities within communities and disparities between territories. If access to basic services (water, sanitation, electricity...) is a priori identical throughout the French national territory, access to advanced services (transport, health, ICT, daily shopping...) may be different from one territory to another.

Housing

In measuring well-being, housing is an important dimension. Adequate housing is one of the most basic human needs. Moreover, housing costs are often the largest component of household income. Housing is also strongly related to other dimensions of well-being, such as health, income and life satisfaction.

Community

Good interpersonal relationships, support from social networks and general trust in others and institutions are seen as important sources of individual well-being and social cohesion. Community is an additional resource to material and cultural resources, but can also improve the performance of institutions and serve the common good.

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Professional mobility Preparing your mobility Cities

Seriously, you live in Ancenis?

Seriously, do you live in Ancenis?

  • Gabrielle Rodier

When you start a business, you have to present your project many, many times.

My name is Gabrielle, I created Switch Up and my start-up often leads me to talk about employment and the attractiveness of territories.
Originally from Lille, I often illustrate my remarks with examples from the Great North but also with examples from my territory today, since I live in Ancenis... and there... I often get the following answer:

"Living in Ancenis? Seriously?"

At Switch Up, we make outlying territories rhyme with Attractiveness, we put the spotlight on local people especially when they are welcoming and we love to highlight your rack selfies.

So, I claim it loud and clear: You can have been brought up on chicory gratins and love Breton Fest-Noz.
You can dance the Rigodon in February and love living in La Roche Sur Yon.
But also love Abbey beers and live in St Gilles Croix de Vie.
Also rhyme with Estaminet and Plage de Porcé.
And finally know the secret of the Ch'tis fricadelle and know how to appreciate Ancenis Malvoisie wine

Yes...You can be a "Digital Entrepreneur" and live among the flowers.

In short, you'll have understood: I love the Ch'tis and the Pays d'Ancenis!
So it's too good an opportunity to share with you this beautiful infographic on the Pays d'Ancenis
to make you want to come and live in Ancenis, work there and settle there...

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Employer branding Job mobility

The tax and social treatment of mobility grants.

The tax and social treatment of mobility grants.

The tax and social treatment of mobility aid is not always easy to understand and is often little or poorly understood. This is particularly true for those who implement them, such as Human Resources staff. This point is nevertheless an effective tool for facilitating recruitment and internal transfers. It is important to know that the costs incurred by your employee in the context of professional mobility are considered to be specific expenses inherent to the job for the company.

Switch up offers you a video of Sébastien Laisney, our partner and expert on the subject. He explains the fiscal and social treatment of mobility aids.

What is mobility aid in fiscal and social terms?

What is mobility?

Job mobility involves a change in the employee's place of residence. It is often linked to a change in the employee's workstation at another workplace.

The employee is presumed to be in this situation when the distance between the old home and the new workplace is at least 50 km and the time taken to travel to or from the new workplace is at least 1.5 hours.

Where the distance criterion is not met, the outward journey criterion must be at least 1.5 hours. This applies regardless of the mode of transport.

This change may be the result of a transfer within the company. It may also be due to the group or to a temporary change of workplace, imposed by the employer or requested by the employee. Finally, it may follow an assignment abroad or in an overseas department...

Mobility costs

The mobility costs of newly hired employees are also covered.

Expenses resulting from employment under a fixed-term or open-ended contract may be qualified as professional expenses. This is the case when the change of residence is not the result of purely personal convenience but of circumstances linked either to the job or to family constraints.

Expenses incurred by the employee in connection with job mobility are considered to be special expenses inherent to the job. The employer may reimburse actual expenses upon presentation of proof. It may also use lump-sum allowances for two categories of expenses:

  • temporary accommodation,
  • of installation in the new home.

Flat rates are not applicable in the case of international mobility. In this case, only the exemption from reimbursement on the basis of supporting documents is possible

What the experts say

To take stock of the situation, Sébastien Laisney from Fidal shares with us his expertise on the fiscal and social aspects of the mobility subsidies that you can easily offer to your teams via Switch Up.

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Brittany Professional mobility Rennes Territories

Moving to Brittany, between land and sea

moving to brittany
moving to brittany

Moving to Brittany, between land and sea

Rennes, Brest, Lannion, Quimper: cliffs and nature! Let's break the stereotypes of an ageing Brittany with no future. Discover the region from all angles (employment, quality of life, housing, income ...) Moving to Brittany means living between land and sea! Degemer mat (welcome) to Brittany!

Why Brittany?

Based on the OECD's public data on regional well-being, and supplemented by the feedback of newcomers supported by the platform, the "Well-being" tool offers numerical data on 11 previously defined criteria.According to the "Bien-Vivre" tool, BrittanyBrittany is an ideal region to settle down and work. Living in Brittany means reconciling your personal and professional life. It means having the chance to enjoy the proximity of the sea, greenery, fresh air and a dynamic employment area.

The labour market, employment and income

Every year, Brittany attracts more and more people to work in the region. The region is experiencing a demographic boom that is notably higher than the national average. The sectors that recruit the most in the region are agriculture, industry and commerce. But tourism and high technology are also important sectors of activity in Brittany. The headquarters of Bigard, Yves Rocher, PSA and Ubisoft are located in the region.

With a score of 6.6/10 for employment *according toOECD data, Brittany ranks as the 3rd best region to work in France. The income is however lower than in regions such as Ile de France. However, the cost of living is significantly lower.

If we break down the region into its different departments: 

  1. Ille-et-Vilaine accounts for 35% of jobs in the Brittany region, making it the leading employment area. With Rennes in particular, the department boasts a low unemployment rate. The sectors that recruit the most in the department are construction, logistics and distribution.

    Rennes enjoys a dynamic reputation and is developing many young companies and start-ups.

  2. Morbihan offers a wide variety of jobs. The construction and public works sector, industry and the food industry are the most popular sectors. The establishment of factories has accelerated recruitment. 
  3. In Finistère, almost all jobs are generated by agriculture and fishing, trade and tourism.

    Brest excels in marine science and technology and marine renewable energy. It has been awarded the French Tech label and is also home to the digital, health and banking-insurance sectors.

  4. Finally, the Côtes-d'Armor recruits the most in the construction and public works sector, the food industry and distribution. It is also a very touristy department. A Lannion, you will find telecommunications companies such as Orange Labs.

Quality of life

The environment

Moving to Brittany means enjoying an incredible environment every day. Ranking 1st in France in terms of quality of life, the region offers breathtaking landscapes. On the land side, the forest of Brocéliande offers a much appreciated green setting. This is a place of legends and stories of Merlin the magician. On the sea side, Cap Fréhel, Ploumanac'h, or the Pink Granite Coast will be your favourite places for an escape in the fresh air.

Education and health

Brittany's top ranking is in education: there is no better region in France in terms of education. This is due to the fact that the academy of Rennes is very popular with post-baccalaureate students. Another important factor is the number of people in the working population who have continued their studies at least to baccalaureate level. Health is also well represented. Brittany has a density of health professionals comparable to or even higher than the national average.

The community

As for the Breton community, everyone knows it:they are generous and open their doors wide. They are proud of their land and happy to share their culture. It's a mentality that makes people who want to settle in Brittany optimistic. Our Breton ambassadors will be delighted to welcome you. Discover Delphine, Switch Up ambassador in Vannes....

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Services and security

Por the Bretons, service is sacred, especially when it comes to tasting a traditional traditionalKouign-amann at the local bakery. As far as security is concerned, you have nothing to worry about. Brittany is indeed the region where the inhabitants feel the safest in France. Take the example of Vannes: 93% of its inhabitants feel safe. Finally, Breizh is the second region in France in terms of satisfaction with daily life. And yes, we told you it was good to live in Brittany...

Housing

Here, despite the fact that the property market has become a little tense as a result of the confinements, property prices remain affordable and in line with the local market. In Brest, for example, the average price per square metre is three times lower than in Paris. The city of Rennes is very attractive, but medium-sized cities such as Lorient, Brest, or Vannes are not left out. Parisians and inhabitants of large cities now represent a significant proportion of property buyers and tenants in Brittany.

So you've decided? The Breton region has a lot to offer people on the move. Whether it is its environment, its employment area, but also its quality of life, Brittany is attractive! After the two French confinements, many people from the Paris region and from large French cities have decided to move to another region.

The 5 ker (cities) where it is good to live!

You have decided that your new home(city) is in Brittany. But in which towns can you settle? Here are 5 Breton towns where it is good to live, ideal for working but also for enjoying the magnificent environment offered by the Brittany coast.

Valves

Discover our City Focus on Vannes

A family town, Vannes is a perfect place to live in Brittany.

Every day, you have the chance to enjoy a town on a human scale located in the heart of the Gulf of Morbihan.

The inhabitants enjoy strolling through the historic centre, walking near the Gulf of Morbihan, drinking a coffee in town, shopping at the market and the Halles... 

The harbour square is pleasant, where you can enjoy an ice cream with your family. In addition, more than 10,000 jobs are located in the Vannes employment area.

Discover our City Focus on Vannes

Lorient

Discover our Focus City on Lorient

In the beautiful department of Morbihan, you can settle in Lorient. It is a city where the cost of living is lower than in other Breton cities such as Vannes or the coastal cities.

Life is quiet, and is perfectly positioned between Finistère and the Gulf of Morbihan. Finally, Lorient is a town on a human scale, with the sea and the countryside nearby.

Rennes

Discover our City Focus on Rennes

The Breton capital is one of France's great cities where people live happily as a family.

It is economically prosperous and offers a wide range of cultural activities. A student town, Rennes is known for its employment pool and its very low unemployment rate à 6,0 %. It is also a cosmopolitan and transgenerational city. Students, young professionals, families and retirees, there is something for everyone. The city centre of Rennes is also very attractive and dynamic, lined with green spaces. Discover the testimony of Marie, our super ambassador from Renneswho moved from Paris to Rennes a few years ago. Marie explains her decision to move to another city, and her choice for Rennes.

Discover our City Focus on Rennes

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Brest

Discover our City Focus on Brest

Brest is a city where people like to live and work: the employment prospects are numerous and attractive. The city's dynamism and low cost of living make it attractive to newcomers. Public transport and bicycles are the preferred means of transport. For several years now, the Breton city has been adopting a genuine environmental approach. Finally, according to the APEC study in 2019, Brest is the second city in Brittany where executive jobs are concentrated after Rennes, and accounts for 16% of the executive job market.

Quimper

Discover our City Focus on Quimper

Not far from Brest, and an important city in Finistère, Quimper is a major centre of Breton Breton culture. The beaches of Bénodet, Fouesnant and Concarneau are only 25 minutes away by car. The city is also known for its green setting, with its many natural areas and parks. Labelled as a "city of art and history", but also as an important employment area in Brittany, the companies based in Quimper are recruiting and looking to integrate new talents. As far as mobility is concerned, the LGV line makes it possible to reach Paris in 3h30 and Rennes in 2h.

Discover our City Focus on Quimper

Switch Upwill help you to settle in Brittany thanks to our local network of Ambassadors. Administrative procedures, finding accommodation, schools, discovering the area or integrating, our Breton ambassadors will be delighted to welcome you. So, kenavo (goodbye) and happy settling in our beautiful region of Brittany!

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Employer branding Job mobility

The ingredients of a winning employer brand.

The ingredients of a winning employer brand.

  • Gabrielle Rodier

Employer branding is an essential element to effectively recruit and retain your employees. Switch up offers you a video of Stéphanie Lagand, our partner and expert on the subject. She explains the essential ingredients for a winning employer brand.

Employer branding: the success of inner beauty!

Employer branding is the image that a company projects to candidates and employees alike. It can lead to more effective recruitment. Employer branding can also improve employee loyalty. However, to do this, it must be consistent. A good employer brand is built by listening to your teams. All this is to find out what will make your company stand out in the job market.

The employer brand must be the fruit of thecompany's identity, its social DNA. It transcribes the company'sHR ambition, its values, its culture and also its internal organisation. As in marketing, it must be translated into an HR promise and differentiating benefits for the target employees. It must also be supported by concrete, tangible and measurable services. This 'HR positioning' must permeate the company's entire HR offering, be infused in each manager and, in an ideal world, become a collective state of mind.

Building an employer brand is not just about putting up a table football and a dart board... It must reflect the reality of what employees experience on a daily basis. It is only by building a communication that corresponds to reality that the company will be able to attract, convert, recruit and retain its employees and new customers!

In this video, our partner Stéphanie Lagand, employer brand expert, gives you the keys to a good employer brand.
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Professional mobility Preparing your mobility

How do I choose my electricity subscription after moving?

Choosing an electricity subscription after moving house

  • Papernest

Moving house takes a lot of time. Sometimes you don't have time to do all the things you'd like to do before the big day, especially when it comes to electricity or gas. But don't worry, you can still change your electricity subscription after your move. Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the switch. We'll help you choose your electricity subscription after your move.

Which electricity subscription should I choose?

It's not always easy to make sense of all the different electricity contracts that suppliers offer. Here are some tips for choosing the best subscription for your new home.

♦ Estimate your consumption on the websites of EDF, Engie, ekWateur and all other suppliers.

The first step in taking out a new electricity subscription is to estimate your consumption. The site fournisseur-énergie indicates that you can estimate your consumption on the sites of many suppliers such as EDF or Engie by clicking here.

Estimating your consumption is an important step because it allows you to better target your research. The estimate takes into account many factors such as the age of your home, your type of heating (electric or gas), your household appliances, etc.

♦ Electricity subscription comparisons.

Once you have seen your estimated consumption, you can look at the electricity subscriptions.

There are many subscription offers. Choose a subscription that meets your needs and is cost-effective. You can also consider factors such as the supplier's carbon footprint. This is a key factor if you want to be more environmentally friendly.

To help you make your choice, Fournisseur Énergie recommends using an electricity subscription comparator. They show you comparisons of different electricity subscriptions and suppliers. They are very useful for clarification and to simplify your search.

Things to remember for your move.

You can of course change your offer after your move. However, there are certain steps that must be taken before you move.

♦ Inform your supplier of your move.

When you move house, it is necessary to inform your electricity supplier. Your electricity contract is specific to your home as it meets its specific needs. According to the Energy Supplier's moving guide, your supplier will ask you totake out a contract for your new home if you want to stay with them.

At the same time, it will terminate the electricity contract for your old home. Indicate the date of your move so that the supplier can terminate your contract on that specific date. They will also make a request for the connection.

The electricity offers are without obligation. You can therefore take out an electricity subscription before you move and change it once you are settled.

♦ Commissioning.

You need to be connected if you want to have electricity in your new home. You must request this from your supplier after you have taken out your electricity subscription for your new home.

Commissioning is a costly operation. It takes several days for a standard connection. We therefore advise you to make your request at least two weeks before your move. If you would like to know more about commissioning, click here.

Although it is possible to change your electricity subscription after you move, don't forget to request a commissioning beforehand! Otherwise you risk being left without electricity.

Here are our tips for choosing your electricity subscription after a move. Are you moving for professional reasons? Would you like to be helped with your mobility and welcomed in your new home? Call on our ambassadors ! They will be able to help you with your administrativeprocedures , including those for electricity!... To find out more, contact us or visit www.switch-up.fr

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