Global Mobility Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Assignment Management

• Manage end-to-end processes for global assignments, including short-term, long-term, and permanent relocations.
• Coordinate with employees, HR, relocation vendors, immigration, tax consultants, and local authorities.
• Prepare assignment letters, contracts, and policy documentation.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with immigration laws, work permits, tax regulations, social security, and labor laws in host and home countries.
• Manage visa, work permit, and residency applications and renewals.
• Monitor changes in legislation impacting global mobility and update policies accordingly.

Policy Development & Cost Control

• Develop and update global mobility policies and procedures aligned with business goals and local requirements.
• Control assignment budgets, including relocation costs, tax equalization, and allowances.
• Analyze mobility costs and provide recommendations for cost optimization.

Stakeholder Engagement & Support

• Act as the primary point of contact for expatriates and business units on mobility-related matters.
• Provide guidance and support on cultural integration, tax filings, compensation, and repatriation.
• Collaborate with HR business partners, payroll, legal, and finance teams.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain mobility data, prepare management reports, and track key metrics such as assignment success rates and costs.
• Identify opportunities to improve the mobility process, employee experience, and vendor performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Certifications such as Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) or Certified Relocation Professional (CRP) are a plus

Experience:

• 812 years of experience in global mobility, international HR, or expatriate management within multinational corporations
• Strong understanding of immigration, tax, payroll, and labor laws across multiple countries

Key Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of global mobility practices and compliance requirements
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with cross-cultural teams and diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in HRIS and mobility management systems