Global Mobility Manager

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper.

About the role

Alcoa is seeking a Global Mobility Manager to lead our global mobility function, overseeing the strategy, operations, and vendor management for international assignments, transfers, and immigration processes. This role will manage a small team and work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure a seamless and compliant mobility experience for employees across the globe.

Key Responsibilities:

Global Mobility Strategy & Operations

• Develop and implement Alcoa’s global mobility policies and programs, ensuring alignment with business needs and market best practices.
• Oversee all aspects of international assignments, permanent transfers, and immigration processes.
• Partner with HR, legal, finance - tax, and business leaders to provide strategic mobility guidance and solutions.
• Monitor industry trends to enhance Alcoa’s global mobility framework and adapt to evolving regulations.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with external vendors, including relocation providers, tax advisors, and immigration consultants, ensuring high-quality service and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate contracts, and implement improvements as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external mobility-related inquiries and escalations.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with global immigration laws, tax regulations, and employment policies.
• Work with legal and tax teams to mitigate risks associated with international assignments.
• Maintain data integrity and reporting accuracy for all mobility-related activities.

Employee Experience & Advisory

• Provide expert guidance to employees on relocation, taxation, immigration, and cultural adaptation.
• Support HR and business leaders in making informed decisions regarding talent mobility.
• Enhance the employee mobility experience through continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, International Relations, or a related field.
• Experience: 7+ years of experience in global mobility, expatriate management, or international HR.
• Expertise: Strong knowledge of immigration, tax, and relocation processes in multiple regions.
• Skills: Excellent project management, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
• Systems: Familiarity with mobility management platforms and HRIS systems.
• Languages: Fluency in English is required; additional languages are a plus.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs, and stock-based compensation awards (3-year vesting schedule)

• Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA

• 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period), and a nonqualified deferred compensation plan

• Holiday Pay: 10 holidays and one flexible holiday of your choice.

• 8 hours of Paid annual volunteer hours

• Alcoa has been chosen as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek

About the Location

Alcoa is an international company with multiple locations and joint ventures across six continents. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation. As industry pioneers, we are redefining what it means to be a sustainable aluminum company, bridging the journey from mines to metal.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.  Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person’s gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.

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This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.