Mgr Global Mobility, GR CoE

Drive end-to-end international mobility with strategic impact, ensuring seamless global assignments aligned with business needs and compliance.

Be the trusted expert connecting leaders, assignees, and partners to deliver world-class mobility solutions in a dynamic global environment.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage international assignees and permanent transfers during the whole relocation & assignment life cycle, in alignment with business needs, global mobility standards and group strategy.
• Manage the global mobility standards implementation in compliance with the legal framework of the involved countries and meeting the statutory compliance requirements.
• Be the main point of contact in global mobility situations; in close relation with business leaders, global mobility team members, country HR and payroll teams, transferees/assignees and external stakeholders.
• Act as a driver and subject matter expert in projects implying relocation of workforce.
• Handle complex international situations, international tax and social security aspects and ad-hoc projects.
• Discuss with business to understand context & needs in order to propose the most relevant global mobility package or options.
• Prepare assignment / transfer proposals including cost projections (cost-to-company comparative), net-for-employee comparatives, legal documentation, compensation statement, reviewing international mobility aspects such as labor legislation, immigration, compensation structure, benefits, social scheme, pension plans, health coverage, income taxes, cost allocations, currency issues, etc.
• Present proposals to transferees / assignees.
• Manage local and global processes linked to transferees / assignees, such as budget, annual pay review, actions in our HR systems, ensure proper payroll & recharge execution, review and coordinate tax equalization settlements, etc.
• Manage global providers for tax, relocation, immigration, health insurance. Responsible for correct billing processes / invoice payment for external mobility providers. Capability to lead global mobility vendors requests for proposal.
• Identifies, suggests and implements ongoing process improvement for the global mobility programs.

We offer

• A highly visible HR leadership role in a global Center of Expertise with the ability to have a big impact.
• Independent and entrepreneurial leadership, strong ownership, proven solution and decision maker.
• A culture that values diversity where people are at the heart of the company.
• The opportunity to work for a company that cares about environment and sets and achieves ambitious sustainability objectives.
• A fair and competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• A constant learning experience for our employees with robust feedback and coaching for their personal and professional success.

You bring

• Global mobility management experience as an HR professional within a company and / or a global mobility consultant in Big4 or equivalent.
• Experience minimum 8 years in the global mobility area.
• Finance and tax aptitudes; understanding and handling complex international tax situations; understanding figures and analytical aspects.
• Influencing and navigating in a global matrix environment and processes.
• Understanding general principles of compensation & benefits.
• Ability to manage priorities and to deliver results within short deadlines; good planning and organization skills.
• Service oriented, flexible with approaches, time, people; motivated to excel in execution and fast pace.
• Good emotional intelligence to manage appropriately the various actors involved in Global Mobility.
• Excellent communication (verbal, written, presentation) and interpersonal skills.
• Team player, valuing diversity & inclusiveness.
• Self-awareness, stay calm, listen, focus on positive, high level of motivation and of integrity.
• Business acumen.
• Innovation, breakthrough ideas.
• Knowledge in Success Factors, Office 365; understanding of HR processes and systems.
• Language: fluent in English, others as per region.

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

DEI and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.