Families & Internationally Mobile Households

We work with individuals and families whose personal circumstances, professional responsibilities and long-term aspirations connect them with the United Kingdom and the wider international community.

Our relationships extend to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth families, entrepreneurs, investors, senior executives, internationally mobile professionals and individuals whose family lives span multiple jurisdictions.

We appreciate that family circumstances are deeply personal. Decisions concerning residence, education, professional commitments and long-term stability may involve several generations, different nationalities and complex international arrangements.

Our approach is founded on understanding the people behind these decisions, recognising their individual priorities and building trusted relationships characterised by discretion, professionalism and continuity.

Understanding the priorities of international families

Internationally connected families often lead lives that extend across different countries, cultures and professional environments.

Some families maintain established homes and business interests in several jurisdictions. Others are considering the United Kingdom as a place to establish their family life, pursue professional opportunities or provide future generations with access to internationally recognised educational institutions.

For high-net-worth families, these decisions may also be connected with investment interests, business ownership, family governance and long-term wealth planning. We recognise that families frequently balance several important priorities:

• Family unity and stability: Maintaining close family relationships while managing international commitments.

• Privacy and discretion: Protecting sensitive personal, financial and family information.

• Education and future generations: Considering educational opportunities and the development of children and young adults.

• International mobility: Managing personal and professional commitments across different countries.

• Lifestyle and wellbeing: Establishing arrangements that reflect family preferences, responsibilities and aspirations.

• Business and investment interests: Balancing family circumstances with commercial commitments and international financial interests.

• Long-term planning: Considering future residence, retirement, generational continuity and family succession.

Who we work with

High-Net-Worth & Ultra-High-Net-Worth Families

We welcome relationships with affluent families whose personal, professional and financial interests may extend across several jurisdictions.

These families may maintain international residences, investment portfolios, family businesses and established relationships with private wealth advisers. We recognise that decisions involving family life are often connected with wider considerations concerning education, lifestyle, privacy and the future of family members.

International Business-Owning Families

Families who own or manage businesses across international markets often balance personal relationships with substantial commercial responsibilities.

Family members may hold different roles within their enterprises, maintain homes in different countries or travel regularly to oversee business interests. We appreciate the importance of understanding these relationships and the role that family circumstances play in wider business decisions.

Entrepreneurs, Investors & Their Families

Entrepreneurs and investors frequently pursue international opportunities that influence the lives of their spouses, partners, children and other family members. Some may establish businesses in the United Kingdom, while others maintain commercial interests internationally.

We recognise that family priorities can be central to decisions about where individuals live, work and develop their long-term interests.

Senior Executives & Corporate Families

Senior executives and business leaders may undertake international appointments that require significant changes to family arrangements. Their professional responsibilities can involve frequent travel, international relocation and extended periods working across different markets.

We understand that these commitments may influence decisions concerning family homes, children's education, partners' careers and personal wellbeing.

Multi-Generational Families

For some internationally connected families, important decisions involve parents, adult children, grandparents and younger generations. Family members may hold different nationalities, reside in separate countries or have distinct professional and personal priorities.

We recognise that multi-generational relationships can involve complex expectations, responsibilities and long-term considerations.

Families with Children Studying in the United Kingdom

Education is an important priority for many international families. Parents may choose British schools, universities and other educational institutions as part of a long-term commitment to their children's academic development and future opportunities.

We recognise that these decisions can involve significant financial, personal and emotional commitments, particularly where parents and children reside in different countries.

International Couples & Cross-Border Families

Modern family relationships increasingly extend across national borders. Spouses and partners may hold different nationalities, maintain professional commitments in separate countries or have established family connections internationally.

We recognise the importance of understanding these relationships and the individual circumstances that shape decisions about family life.

Families Considering the United Kingdom as a Long-Term Home

Some families regard the United Kingdom as an important part of their future, whether because of existing family connections, educational opportunities, professional interests or personal preferences. For others, the UK may represent one of several countries in which they maintain meaningful personal or commercial relationships.

We appreciate that decisions about long-term residence are influenced by individual aspirations and the wider circumstances of each family.

Families Represented by Family Offices & Private Advisers

High-net-worth families may maintain established relationships with single-family offices, multi-family offices, private bankers, wealth managers, lawyers and other trusted representatives. These professionals can play an important role in coordinating personal arrangements and maintaining continuity across international family interests.

We value relationships with authorised professional representatives who understand the expectations and priorities of the families they represent.

Understanding the complexity of international family life

Family arrangements are increasingly international. A family may maintain a principal residence in one country, business interests in another and children attending educational institutions elsewhere.

Parents may divide their time between international business centres, while adult children establish independent careers in different markets. These circumstances can create opportunities for cultural exchange, professional development and personal growth, but they can also introduce important considerations concerning family relationships, continuity and long-term stability.

At ICS & Partners, we recognise that no two international families share identical circumstances. Our approach reflects the importance of understanding each family's wider situation, values and future aspirations.

High-net-worth families & the importance of privacy

For affluent and internationally prominent families, confidentiality is often an essential part of maintaining trusted professional relationships. Personal circumstances may involve significant commercial interests, sensitive family arrangements, public profiles or private financial matters.

We recognise that discretion is particularly important for families whose members hold senior corporate positions, own substantial businesses or maintain prominent professional and public responsibilities. Our relationships are guided by respect for privacy, professional integrity and an understanding of the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries.

We also appreciate that high-net-worth families may prefer communication through established professional advisers or family office representatives, where properly authorised.

Family offices, private wealth & trusted advisers

Many internationally connected families rely on a network of professional relationships to coordinate their affairs. These may include:

• Single-family and multi-family offices.

• Private banks and wealth management firms.

• Private client lawyers and tax advisers.

• Accountants and fiduciary professionals.

• Investment managers and family business advisers.

• International education consultants.

• Relocation and lifestyle management professionals.

• Executive assistants and private office representatives.

We recognise that these advisers often possess an established understanding of family circumstances, personal preferences and long-term objectives.

At ICS & Partners, we value constructive professional relationships founded on mutual respect, clear communication and appropriate confidentiality.

Education, children & the next generation

For many families, the wellbeing and future opportunities of children are among their most important considerations. High-net-worth families may invest significantly in education, international experiences and the development of future generations.

The United Kingdom's established educational institutions, cultural environment and professional networks can form part of these considerations. We understand that decisions concerning children may also influence where parents reside, how families organise their international commitments and what they regard as their long-term home.

Our approach recognises the importance of children and young adults as individuals with their own aspirations, interests and developing independence.

Family business, succession & generational continuity

Within entrepreneurial and business-owning families, personal and commercial relationships are often closely connected. Different generations may participate in the ownership, management or future direction of family enterprises.

Younger family members may pursue international education and professional experience before deciding whether to become involved in established family businesses. Others may develop independent careers, entrepreneurial ventures or investment interests.

We recognise that generational continuity involves more than commercial succession. It may also concern family identity, relationships, shared values and individual ambitions. At ICS & Partners, we appreciate the importance of understanding these wider family considerations.

International residences & global lifestyles

Some affluent families maintain residences and personal commitments across several countries. They may divide their time between the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, North America and other international markets.

Their circumstances may be influenced by professional responsibilities, family relationships, educational commitments and lifestyle preferences. We recognise that these arrangements require families to balance different priorities and maintain continuity across their personal lives.

For internationally mobile households, flexibility, privacy and trusted professional relationships can be particularly important.

Understanding different family structures

Families take many forms, and individual circumstances should not be approached through assumptions. We welcome relationships with married couples, unmarried partners, same-sex couples, blended families, single parents, multi-generational households and other internationally connected family structures.

We recognise that relationships, responsibilities and personal priorities can differ considerably. Our approach is founded on respect, sensitivity and an appreciation of the individual circumstances of every family.

Building relationships based on trust & discretion

At ICS & Partners, we believe that meaningful professional relationships with families require an understanding of their personal circumstances and long-term aspirations.

Our approach is guided by six principles:

Confidentiality and discretion

Respecting sensitive family information, personal relationships and private circumstances.

Personal understanding

Recognising that every family has its own priorities, values, responsibilities and ambitions.

International perspective

Appreciating the circumstances of families whose personal and professional lives extend across multiple jurisdictions.

Professional integrity

Maintaining clear standards of conduct, accountability and respect in our professional relationships.

Respect for trusted advisers

Recognising the established role of family offices and other authorised professional representatives.

Long-term continuity

Building relationships that can develop as family circumstances, professional interests and generational priorities change.

Relationships that extend across generations

Family circumstances rarely remain unchanged. Children progress through education and establish careers. Entrepreneurs develop businesses. Senior executives move into new leadership positions. Parents consider retirement, and younger generations take on new responsibilities.

For internationally connected families, these developments may also involve changes in geographical location, commercial interests and personal aspirations. We recognise that trusted professional relationships can become increasingly valuable as families navigate different stages of life.

Our ambition is to establish enduring relationships with individuals and families who value discretion, continuity and an understanding of their wider circumstances.

Connect with ICS & Partners

Understanding what matters most to you and your family.

Whether you are an internationally mobile family, high-net-worth individual, entrepreneur, senior executive or trusted family representative, we welcome the opportunity to learn more about your circumstances and aspirations.

We appreciate that decisions affecting family life are personal and often require careful consideration. An introductory discussion provides an opportunity to understand your family's background, international connections and longer-term priorities.

We also welcome engagement with family offices, private wealth advisers and authorised representatives seeking to establish a trusted professional relationship with ICS & Partners.