Senior Global Mobility Specialist

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

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As a Senior Global Mobility Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in managing all aspects of international assignments for our organization's employees. This position requires a deep understanding of immigration laws, tax regulations, and relocation processes across various countries. Your expertise will ensure seamless transitions for employees relocating internationally while maintaining compliance with local laws and company policies.

The work model for the role is: remote #LI-Remote. While the role will be remote, a preference will be given for candidates within a commutable distance of our Cary, NC office.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• International Assignment Management: Coordinate end-to-end mobility processes for employees relocating internationally, including assignment planning, immigration, tax compliance, and relocation logistics handling over 100 deployments primarily related to project workers. Short-term and long-term assignment support as needed.
• Policy Implementation: Review and update global mobility processes to ensure superior support to the business.
• Vendor Management: Engage with external vendors such as immigration lawyers, tax consultants, and relocation service providers. Ensure services provided meet quality standards and are cost-effective.
• Consultation and Support: Serve as a subject matter expert on global mobility matters, providing guidance and support to employees, managers, and HR business partners on assignment-related issues.
• Tax and Legal Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in international tax laws, immigration regulations, and employment legislation to ensure compliance and minimize risks associated with global assignments.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with HR, legal, finance, and other stakeholders to address complex mobility issues and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance the employee experience, and optimize the effectiveness of global mobility programs.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor's or Master's degree is preferred, but not required, in HR, Business Administration, International Relations, or a similar field.
• We will consider candidates with less, but prefer 7 or more years of experience in global mobility, international HR, or related fields.
• In-depth knowledge of immigration, tax, and employment laws across multiple countries.
• Strong understanding of relocation best practices and cultural considerations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and mobility management software.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.

What's in it for you

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

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