Global Mobility Advisor

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally minded institution with a clear focus on delivering high-quality teaching and research. A culturally rich university with a strong commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating, innovative and inclusive environment where staff and students can thrive.

Faculty / Directorate

This is a really exciting time to be joining DMU. The People Services team has been through a period of change and we have several new roles available to support advancing our ambitious Empowering University strategy. Being part of a thriving and energetic team, you would join our new directorate and help us to deliver a key pillar of our university strategy, 'Empowering People’. Our role is to enhance our employee offer about leadership and management, reward and recognition, voice and experience, health and wellbeing, and to ensure our policies, processes and systems enable digital solutions, swift decision making, equal access and autonomy.

Role

As a Global Mobility Advisor at De Montfort University, you’ll take a lead role in our People Services response to international and overseas working. Reporting to the Head of People Services Operations, you’ll provide essential guidance and expertise on the complex issues of global mobility, including international tax, social security, and compliance with host-country regulations. This role is integral to our Transnational Education (TNE) strategy, ensuring that DMU’s expanding global presence is supported by safe, compliant, and effective employment practices. You’ll work closely with the University’s International team and new overseas partnerships to coordinate responses to international employment requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess overseas working requests for tax and compliance implications, advising on risks and obtaining specialist legal support for complex cases.

• Build networks across the university to ensure international compliance, awareness of global working policies, and employee readiness.

• Collaborate with People Partners, Senior Reward Specialist, Payroll, and Finance to maintain a competitive and compliant international pay structure and change to Collaborate with People Partners, Payroll, International and Finance to maintain a competitive and compliant international pay structure

• Lead the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, and reporting tools to maintain global compliance.

• Drive continuous improvement projects within People Services, and coach and mentor junior colleagues to develop their expertise.

Ideal Candidate

You are knowledgeable in global mobility practices and international compliance with a strong background in employment regulations. You have an eye for detail, a strategic mindset, and the ability to communicate complex compliance requirements clearly. You’re proactive, building collaborative relationships across teams while maintaining high standards in compliance and employee support.

Join De Montfort University and be a key player in our global expansion. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to an ambitious international role, we’d love to hear from you.

Interviews: 18/12/2024