Global Mobility Specialist HQ

Simplot•Boise, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for overseeing mobility programs for short- and long-term assignments and domestic and international transfers and relocation. This role ensures vendors are meeting expectations and effectively representing Simplot in a cost-effective yet employee-focused manner. The Global Mobility Specialist serves as a key resource for employees, leaders, HR partners, and vendors, helping navigate relocation, immigration, and mobility-related processes while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. It also ensures alignment with the Total Rewards philosophy and HR strategy.

Requirements

3+ years related experience and/or training
Ability to balance a customer-focused approach with strong process discipline and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated curiosity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to understand broader business objectives when recommending mobility solutions.
Ability to work effectively across multiple business units and support Simplot's continued global growth initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Global mobility, employee relocation, immigration, or international assignment administration.
Working with immigration/work authorization processes and external immigration counsel.
Managing relationships with mobility, relocation, tax, or destination service providers.
Supporting employees through domestic and international relocation experiences.
Operating in a fast-changing regulatory environment requiring strong attention to detail, compliance, and customer service.
Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) certification preferred.
Experience with U.S. immigration and work authorization processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead mobility program development and design while utilizing technical expertise in the mobility compliance environment.
Lead the coordination of vendors, HR Business Partners, Total Rewards, Enterprise Services, Legal, and Talent teams to ensure seamless onboarding and movement of employees and candidates.
Lead and coordinate the due diligence process with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors (tax, relocation, immigration, and expat health & benefits) including cost projection calculations, tax impact assessments, and compliance requirements analysis.
Serve as a resource on immigration, work authorization, relocation, taxation, and mobility compliance requirements.
Research issues and develop solutions to resolve them.
Partner to develop and implement Compensation & Benefits policies, practices, and programs to meet business needs.
Coach and mentor HR and Business Leaders on Global Mobility practices and requirements.
Partner with HR and Legal to ensure compliance over mobility, benefits, compensation, and applicable federal and state laws.
Monitor changes in immigration and mobility regulations and proactively identify impacts to employees and the business.
Provide guidance and support to employees and their families throughout mobility and relocation processes, helping them navigate complex and often stressful transitions.
Lead relocation program development and benchmarking to ensure alignment with Talent needs and HR/Business strategy.
Maintain policy documents and standard operating procedures.
Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely, efficient, and accurate support for relocating individuals.
Partner with employees, hiring managers, and HR stakeholders to ensure a positive relocation experience while maintaining policy compliance.
Support project work and other activities as assigned.