Black Pearl Consult is hiring an experienced Global Mobility Specialist for a six-month assignment in Abu Dhabi, with the possibility of extension for a further six months based on business requirements.
This opportunity is ideal for a Human Capital or HR professional with approximately 5–7 years of experience in Global Mobility, International Assignments, Employee Relocation, HR Operations or a related field.
The successful candidate will manage and coordinate the end-to-end mobility journey for employees undertaking international assignments and secondments, working closely with Human Capital, Legal, Finance, management and external mobility service providers.
Candidates who are immediately available or able to join at short notice are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Global Mobility Specialist will support the delivery of employee mobility services, ensuring that international assignments, secondments and relocations are managed efficiently, accurately and in accordance with internal mobility policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
The role involves coordinating multiple stakeholders and external vendors while providing employees with clear guidance throughout their mobility journey.
Key responsibilities
- International assignments and secondments: Manage the operational delivery of assignments from initiation through completion, coordinating the relevant stakeholders, documentation, approvals and logistical arrangements.
- Relocation coordination: Oversee immigration and visa processing, housing, transportation and associated relocation arrangements, working closely with employees and external providers.
- Policy advice and compliance: Explain mobility policies and procedures clearly, apply internal guidelines consistently and ensure activities follow applicable immigration regulations and other external requirements. Identify potential compliance risks and escalate issues appropriately.
- Internal stakeholder coordination: Liaise with Legal, Management Accounts and the relevant Human Capital teams to resolve queries, coordinate requirements and ensure assignments progress efficiently.
- External vendor management: Coordinate with relocation, immigration and other mobility service providers, following up on case progress, service delivery and outstanding actions.
- Cost analysis and budgeting: Prepare mobility cost analyses, support budget planning and track assignment and relocation expenses to help deliver cost-effective solutions.
- Employee support: Act as a central point of contact for employees undertaking assignments or relocations, responding to enquiries, explaining processes and helping resolve issues throughout their mobility journey.
- Documentation and reporting: Maintain accurate case records, monitor progress and prepare mobility reports and metrics, ensuring information is complete and up to date.
- Policy and framework improvement: Support the maintenance and development of mobility policies and frameworks in response to changing business needs, employee feedback and relevant best practices.
- Process efficiency: Conduct periodic reviews to identify opportunities to simplify processes, strengthen coordination and improve operational efficiency.
- Repatriation and return assignments: Support the coordination of employees’ return arrangements and relevant assignment closure activities.
RequirementsWhat We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Management or a related discipline.
- Approximately 5–7 years of relevant experience in Global Mobility, International Assignments, Employee Relocation, HR Operations or a related area.
- Hands-on experience managing international assignments, secondments and employee relocations.
- Good working knowledge of immigration processes, mobility policies, regulatory requirements and compliance.
- Experience coordinating with relocation companies, immigration providers and other external mobility vendors.
- Experience managing multiple mobility cases, deadlines and stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of employee mobility processes from assignment initiation through completion and repatriation.
- Experience with HRIS platforms, mobility systems or relocation tools.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills for cost analysis, expense tracking and reporting.
- Excellent stakeholder management and written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential employee information.
- Ability to interpret mobility policies and apply guidelines consistently.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Business Management, or a related discipline
- Approximately 5-7 years of relevant experience in Global Mobility, International Assignments, Employee Relocation, HR Operations, or a related area
- Hands-on experience managing international assignments, secondments, and employee relocations
- Working knowledge of immigration processes, mobility policies, regulatory requirements, and compliance
- Experience coordinating with relocation companies, immigration providers, and external mobility vendors
- Experience managing multiple mobility cases, deadlines, and stakeholders
- Understanding of employee mobility processes from assignment initiation through completion and repatriation
- Experience with HRIS platforms, mobility systems, or relocation tools
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills for cost analysis, expense tracking, and reporting
- Excellent stakeholder management and written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential employee information
- Ability to interpret mobility policies and apply guidelines consistently
What We Do
Black Pearl is a leading HR consultancy and specialist recruitment firm based in the UAE and GCC. They provide customized HR solutions, executive search, and strategic recruitment services across various corporate support, finance, accounting, and business operations roles, helping clients achieve success through tailored staffing and HR consulting services.
