Global Mobility Specialist

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Global Mobility Specialist to build our Global Mobility offering. The Global Mobility Specialist plays a critical role in managing the organization's global mobility programs, ensuring a smooth and compliant relocation experience for employees across various regions. This role involves supporting expatriate assignments, handling immigration and visa processes, coordinating relocation services, and advising on tax and compliance issues. The Global Mobility Specialist collaborates with HR, payroll, legal, and external vendors to deliver a positive relocation experience.

We're looking for someone who:

• Is experienced working with international tax, immigration, and relocation processes; experience with international labor laws is a plus.
• Knowledge of Mobility Programs: Understanding of global mobility practices, including assignment planning, cost projection, and compliance.
• Immigration and Tax Knowledge: Familiarity with immigration processes, visa requirements, and basic international tax regulations.
• Vendor Management: Experience in managing third-party vendors and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively support and guide employees and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex situations, make decisions, and provide solutions in a timely manner.
• Interpersonal Skills: Empathetic approach to employee needs, cultural sensitivity, and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

What you'll be doing:

• Can manage end-to-end mobility processes, including international relocations, short-term assignments, and local transfers.  
• Will act as the primary point of contact for relocating employees, providing guidance and support throughout the relocation and transition process.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, hiring managers, and external service providers to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.
• Coordinate with legal teams and immigration vendors to facilitate work permits, visas, and other necessary documentation for employees and their families.
• Stay updated on immigration requirements and advise the organization on any changes that may impact employee mobility.
• Ensure that all global mobility activities are compliant with international, and local tax regulations, including social security and tax equalization policies.
• Liaise with tax advisors to manage tax compliance issues, oversee tax filings for international assignees, and support expatriates with tax-related queries.
• Collaborate with payroll to ensure proper reporting, withholding, and tax payment for internationally mobile employees.
• Manage relationships with relocation service providers, including moving companies, temporary housing vendors, tax advisors, and immigration services.
• Coordinate and monitor vendor service delivery, addressing any issues or discrepancies to ensure an excellent employee experience. 
• Support the development and creation of global mobility policies and practices, aligning them with business objectives and industry best practices.
• Ensure consistent application of mobility policies and provide policy interpretation to HR teams and relocating employees.
• Participate in benchmarking exercises to ensure the organization’s mobility programs remain competitive and effective.
• Act as a resource for employees and their families during their relocation, providing guidance on topics such as relocation logistics, housing, schooling, and cultural adaptation.
• Provide support for any issues that arise during the assignment, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for the employee.

What do we offer?

• Knowledge-sharing culture
• Use of the latest technologies and tools
• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Flexible working hours
• Open vacation policy
• Travel opportunities