Global Mobility Specialist

Who we are…

Agratas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons. We design, develop and manufacture high-quality, high-performance, sustainable batteries for the mobility and energy sectors.

We are a scale-up business with a start-up mentality and the backing of a well-established parent company. The UK business headquarters is in the Midlands and we are currently building a battery manufacturing facility in Somerset and looking to compliment, scale and grow our R&D facilities in Abingdon and Coventry with the brightest minds from within the battery and EV sector.

Our battery technology roadmap is based on a foundation of world-class solutions for multiple applications. Collaborating with our technical partners, we are industrialising best-in-class high energy density and long-lasting battery cells. We are also committed to developing the next generation of battery technologies.

Can you help pioneer innovative battery solutions of the future?

We are recruiting for a Global Mobility Specialist. Within this role, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the global mobility programs and assignments within our organization. Your primary focus will be on facilitating smooth employee relocations, ensuring compliance with immigration and tax regulations, and providing support to internationally mobile employees. This role requires strong knowledge of global mobility policies, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex international regulations.

This is a hybrid working role that will be based in our Coventry office. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Your responsibilities include:

• Manage and coordinate the end-to-end process of global mobility assignments, including relocation, immigration, tax, and compliance.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers regarding global mobility policies, processes, and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with immigration laws and regulations in collaboration with external legal counsel or immigration specialists.
• Coordinate and manage work permit and visa applications for international assignments, including supporting documentation and compliance checks.
• Collaborate with HR, payroll, and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of international assignments, including compensation and benefits.
• Provide advice and guidance on international tax obligations and ensure compliance with tax regulations for globally mobile employees.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors, such as relocation providers, immigration firms, and tax consultants.
• Conduct briefings and trainings for employees and managers on global mobility policies, processes, and cultural considerations.
• Support employees and their families during the relocation process, providing assistance with housing, schooling, healthcare, and other relocation-related matters.
• Assist in developing and updating global mobility policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance with regulations.
• Stay updated with immigration laws, tax regulations, and cultural considerations in various countries to provide accurate advice and support.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records related to global mobility assignments.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless employee experience throughout the global mobility process.
• Provide guidance and support for repatriation processes and career development for employees returning from international assignments.
• Assist in other HR-related projects and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, international relations, or a related field is advantageous.
• Proven experience as a Global Mobility Specialist or in a similar role, managing global mobility programs and assignments.
• In-depth knowledge of global mobility policies, immigration laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of international assignment processes, including work permits, visas, and relocation logistics.
• Familiarity with international tax considerations and their impact on globally mobile employees.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with employees, managers, and external vendors.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to handle multiple assignments and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to navigate complex international regulations and work with external legal counsel or immigration specialists.
• Experience in coordinating and managing relocation services, including housing, schooling, and healthcare arrangements.
• Proficiency in using HRIS systems and other relevant HR tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• High degree of cultural sensitivity and awareness of cultural considerations in global assignments.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills to address complex global mobility challenges.
• Knowledge of international assignment compensation and benefits is preferred.
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with changes in global mobility regulations and best practices.

What you’ll get…

As a new company, our reward scheme is constantly evolving. We continue to review the market to deliver a competitive benefits package, which currently includes private healthcare, company bonus, enhanced parental leave policy and a cash allowance to boost your benefits. We are a flexible business that is committed to promoting work-life balance, partnering with Yulife to provide our team members with total wellbeing support.

You’ll work in a rapidly scaling-up environment as a subsidiary of the multinational corporation, Tata Sons, to help build the UK’s biggest battery manufacturing facility and make your mark in a new organisation.

Agratas is a place to be authentically you.

At Agratas we strongly believe that people are at their best when they feel supported and happy in their workplace. To that end we continue to cultivate a diverse workforce which protects the individuality of each team member. We therefore warmly welcome applicants from any race, gender, sexuality, and ability. Should you have a preference in how your suitability is assessed for this role or require any reasonable adjustments please let the Talent Acquisition team know.