There comes a point in every growing business when the home market starts to feel too familiar. Demand is strong. The team is performing. Enquiries are coming in from Singapore, New York, and Berlin. You soon find yourself considering whether an international office may be the next step.
At Kontor, we have supported numerous global companies in expanding their search from just a London office to every corner of the globe. Having transacted in six out of seven continents, we've got a deep understanding of what your new international HQ needs. Not just securing a workspace in another country, but finding the right office, in the right market, and on the right terms.
Property listings rarely tell the full story. Listings often show the highlights and key details of an office space. What they don't include is the real cost once you factor in things like local taxes and service charges. International office lease structures can differ from what you are used to in the UK, but our relationships with landlords, developers, and trusted advisers across global commercial real estate give us regional insights that keep your experience simple, digestible, and seamless.
Likewise, location is not only key to employee happiness but also ensuring that you're somewhere that will support your business plan. We often find our clients love to be surrounded by other like-minded businesses. They'll take office space on campuses that are already home to other leading names in their industry, or in areas known to support other high-growth companies that are in a similar stage as they are. This, along with great transport links, exciting surrounding amenities, and an impressive office building, will inevitably support your business's progress. We understand how office buildings operate in practice, how deals are structured locally, and what flexibility is truly achievable. That insight protects your momentum.
Why Our Experience Matters
International expansion carries opportunity and risk in equal measure. Trying to navigate terms and costs yourself can slow your move and end up costing you more. The wrong location for your headquarters can limit talent, inflate costs, and dilute market presence. From initial market assessment through negotiation and move-in, we guide the process end-to-end. Our cross-sector experience in finding global offices means we understand the pace, flexibility, and infrastructure high-performance businesses require.
Scaling internationally is one of the most powerful catalysts for growth. With the right intelligence and execution, your next office becomes more than operational space. It becomes a strategic asset. If you are exploring an international presence or expanding an existing global footprint, we are ready to support the next phase of your growth. Let’s find the location that moves your business forward.