Employment:
Full Time
At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.
The opportunity location is available in Qatar and Kuwait for expatriate applications, due to immigration limitations. GCC and MENA nationals may apply to be based in their home country, where a visa would not be required.
When you join the Global Mobility team, you’ll join a fast-paced, dynamic team and play a key role in our vision to become the leading global professional services organization. Our approach to Mobility reflects our commitment to our people, our clients and our organization. We aim to support the international opportunities needed by our business partners and employees in order to achieve their potential and grow their careers, as well as develop a global, inclusive and flexible mind and skill-set. Thus, making our people invaluable to their clients. Our ability to work effectively in the global marketplace is one of our key differentiators and a vital part of our vision. As such, we provide thousands of our people access to a variety of Mobility experiences. You can be a part of providing this exceptional experience as a Mobility Consultant.
The opportunity
You can help our people to bring their international aspirations to life by managing mobility programs and initiatives while working with colleagues from all over the world. You have the chance to join a global team and be responsible for the planning, coordination and management of international assignments, particularly in relation to our exciting Global Mobility programs. You will guide and provide relevant advice to your stakeholders on all Mobility related activities, pull together stakeholders and colleagues across the Mobility ecosystem in order to successfully manage the end to end lifecycle of the assignments.
Your key responsibilities
You will likely spend most of your time executing assignments which form part of our Global Mobility framework. In order to do so effectively, you will connect with colleagues around the world to understand the cyclical nature of the respective programs, business needs & assignment numbers. Your key responsibilities will be:
– Preparation of relocation packages, including, but not limited to preparation of cost estimates, assignment contracts, processing expenses etc.
– Work closely with home/host Mobility Consultant to provide overall assignment management for inbound and outbound assignments
– Ensure appropriate approvals of mobility assignments
– Work closely with internal departments (e.g. Talent team, Finance, Tax and Immigration) to ensure assignment is compliant
– Work with external vendors to manage some aspects of relocation matters (e.g. home search)
– Frequent communication with assignees to ensure their assignment is progressing as planned
– Provide day to day advice on mobility related queries, including but not limited to mobility framework, international and domestic (if applicable) assignments, and application of relevant immigration and taxation legislation
– Develop and maintain strong relationships with key senior stakeholders from the business to assist with the delivery of Mobility to meet business objectives
– Engage frequently with virtual Mobility support team to ensure necessary activities are executed as and when needed
– Resolve mobility related issues and escalate where needed
– Identify process improvements/efficiencies
– Involvement in ad hoc projects as required
– Assist in the review of data and information maintained in knowledge tools (e.g. SharePoint)
– Assist in the compensation data collection process, as required by other countries’ offices
– Managing and updating systems used to support mobility and data integrity
Due to global nature of the role, a certain level of flexibility on working hours will be required.
Skills and attributes for success
You will have the ability to understand a matrixed organization and communicate effectively to connect our people with each other to drive things forward. You will have knowledge and experience in international mobility at a large multinational firm. You are comfortable handling multi-layered issues and have the ability to navigate complex organizational structures effectively, even in times of ambiguity. You are someone with strong organizational skills, who is proficient at prioritizing and managing multiple, time-sensitive initiatives simultaneously.
Desired skills for the role
– Strong knowledge and experience of international mobility regarding policies, processes and systems
– Good understanding of relevant tax and immigration legislation
– Ability to build and maintain professional internal and external client/business/assignee relationships at all times
– Ability to prioritize work and managing workload in busy periods
– Demonstrate an ability to apply the relevant (assignment framework, expatriate cost, etc.) principles to business needs
– Interpret and apply technical knowledge to existing stakeholder’s situation and develop an understanding of stakeholder’s business environment and culture
– Ability to communicate effectively with Service Line leaders, Talent team, Tax & Immigration team, as well as external vendors
– Ability to use a Global Mobility Technology tool as well as other Mobility and relevant HR systems and knowledge tools, including maintaining and using the system efficiently
Ideally, you’ll also have
– Good knowledge and experience of international mobility
– Competent at handling multiple tasks concurrently
– Customer service oriented with good team spirit
– Good communication, including intercultural communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
– Strong attention to details
– Good computer skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
– Good intellectual rigour and commercial awareness
What we look for
We’re looking for an experienced, high energy individual who demonstrates the desire to deliver an exceptional mobility experience to our people and our business, in an ever-changing environment.
What we offer
As part of this role, you’ll work in a highly integrated, global team with the opportunity and tools to grow, develop and drive your career forward. Here, you can combine global opportunity with flexible working. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond too, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Your recruiter can talk to you about the benefits available in your country. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:
– Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
– Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
– Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
– Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
Please apply to this role only through the ‘Apply’ link (not through the local office). Your application will then be routed to the appropriate recruiting team.
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