Global Mobility Senior Advisor-Americas

Global Mobility Senior Advisor - Americas

At GHD we dont just believe in the power of commitment we live and breathe it every day

Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the worlds biggest challenges in the areas of water energy and urbanization.

Who are we looking for

GHD has an immediate opening for a Global Mobility and Immigration Manager to lead the GHDs mobility and immigration strategy and programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who thrives on working in partnership with our business to ensure we attract retain and develop talented people. With a team of two advisors focused on case management the GMI Manager will be focused on building an incredible employee experience for those who move and developing a culture of mobility at GHD.

In the problem-solving business it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.

Our vision is to ensure energy water and urbanizationare made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process.

Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD.

Thats why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. Well help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.

Together with your colleagues clients and partners youll make an impact that is felt by all.

This position can be based at any of our US & Canadian Offices with a Hybrid schedule of 3 days a week in Office.

POSITION PURPOSE:

• The Global Mobility Senior Advisor will act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to business leaders and provide subject matter expertise
• Proactively manage Global Expatriate Management Cycle with strong partnerships with People Business Partners
• Proactively engage with active assignees for engagement and regular connections
• Develop and maintain effective key stakeholder relationships globally
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks in all areas of Global Mobility (immigration matters employer taxes relocation management)
• Pre-assessment management consultation with business leaders on the purpose of the move completion of cost projections collaboration with People team on talent profile of candidate
• Provide subject matter expertise and consult with key stakeholders (People and Talent Acquisition teams Business leaders Finance/Payroll teams Legal) as it relates to Global Mobility Standards interpretation for long-Term and Short-Term International Assignments Permanent Relocations External International Hires Project Workers and Frequent Business Travelers
• Provide regular and relevant insights on Global Mobility trends
• Main point of contact for Americas Immigration related matters for international moves to and within the Americas region
• Work closely with the Global Mobility Leader on immigration and relocation operational program enhancements and projects
• Support in guidingthe People Talent Acquisition teams and Business on all Global Mobility related matters

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Manage Global Expatriate relocations in Partnership with People Leaders and Business Partners
• Consult on moves cost projections and candidate profiles.
• Advise on Global Mobility Standards for all assignment types
• Be the main contact for Americas immigration providing advice
• Share insights on mobility trends.
• Support program enhancements
• Build effective partnerships with vendors and internal team partners
• Mitigate risks in immigration tax and relocation management
• Working with key stakeholders including third party providers to ensure Global Mobility service delivery is fit for purpose and effectively delivered to clients in this region
• Consult advise and influence the business on appropriate policy application based on move drivers while minimizing exceptions
• Partner with the Talent Management Talent Acquisition People Teams and Business Leaders in the mobility candidate selection process
• Ensure all required business approvals are in place prior to proceeding with pre-assignment activities
• Work in partnership with shared services team and local regional payroll and People teams with respect to assignment initiations review and approvals of assignment documentation and guide local payroll teams on assignment set up immigration authorization tracking/onboarding
• Proactive case management for assignees throughout the international mobility assignment life cycle including pre-assignment and repatriation and reintegration activities
• Support with continues employee experience and operational process management
• Ensures smooth execution of all employee relocation activities with support from internal and external resources
• Identifying tax issues and engaging with relevant stakeholders (Global Mobility Leader external Tax Providers and internal finance teams) to achieve process and program compliance
• Governance and compliance of Global Mobility Standards tax and immigration requirements
• Single point of contact for employees to support with mobilization and demobilization administrative activities
• Liaise with external immigration lawyers to review all immigration requirements forAmericas immigration related matters for international moves to and within the Americas region
• Maintain and track visa and work permit status for all authorized employees. This includes visarenewals and the visa application process for incoming employees globally
• Liaise with external relocation provider as needed to address employee issues escalation
• Advise on technical & tactical payroll and relocation administration
• Support internal stakeholder with immigration queries in partnership with internal and external immigration support
• Partner with People Services to ensure external relocation providers are completed in a timely basis and act as escalation point
• Track and report on all Global Mobility moves related to volumes immigration expiry annual salary adjustments and ongoing assignment support (in partnership with internal and external stakeholders)
• Support the Global Mobility Leader with educating and promoting the Global Mobility program enhancements
• Partner with Global Mobility Leader with Country specific projects to ensure efficiencies and compliance in line with GHD and People strategies
• Demonstrated ability to articulate complex immigration and other Global Mobility matters and provide practical simplified solutions for the business
• Actively participate and own ongoing Global Mobility related project work
• Demonstrated ability in providing interpretation of programs Global Mobility approaches and policies
• Interact with various internal stakeholders to understand and practically apply country specific legislation
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and manage through employee grievances related to mobility moves

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• A college or university degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
• Significant experience working at a senior level in a complex organisationwith an in-depth knowledge of global mobility principles policies tax and immigration
• Human Resources experience an asset
• Extensive understanding of expatriate remuneration benefits assignment cost estimates expatriate taxation concepts social security concepts pension payroll and tax equalization methodology
• Strong sense of autonomy and independence and willingness to problem solve and offer potential solutions to challenges
• Ability to build strong local partnership with both global and local vendors monitoring and auditing performance and compliance
• Effective decision making and influencing skills related to complex mobility related matters
• Strong communication negotiation skills and analytical skills
• Demonstrated global mind-set and hands on experience working on matters in GHD entity locations
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in situations involving change shifting priorities and ambiguity
• Proactive problem resolution interpersonal skills and finding creative solutions to unique mobility challenges while staying within program parameters
• Ability to manage stressful situations well
• Active participant in mobility knowledge development
• Team player and takes direction well
• Experience with global projects and process implementations

Benefits:

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation sick and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees Home exercise equipment purchases Bicycles Race run & marathon entrance fees Smoking cessation programs Weight loss programs ( Watchers Jenny Craig) Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

Salary range: $$92575 - $154244.00 based on experience and location

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Why GHD

Take on some of the worlds toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

Well give you control over your career empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

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