Division: People & Organisation
Within People and Organisation, we aspire to support the business strategy and accelerate the business transformation by becoming the trusted partner for management to make and own the right people choices.
As centre of expertise, the International Employment Team is responsible for the design and run of a future-ready global employment & mobility program that (1) is in line with the company strategy, (2) ensures immigration, tax, payroll, and labor law compliance, (3) delivers a standout assignee experience, and (4) equips leaders with data-driven insights for better decisions.
You as Internation Employment Manager are heading the team.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain global policies & frameworks (assignments, permanent transfers, remote cross-border work), benchmarking against market best practices.
2. Lead immigration strategy (visas, work permits) and tax policy (tax equalization, double-taxation/social security coordination) in partnership with external advisors; ensure compliant payroll/shadow payroll execution.
3. Establish controls for short-term business visitors and business traveler tracking, minimizing PE/compliance risks.
4. Ensure adherence to local labor regulations and internal standards across all locations, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration.
5. Oversee the full lifecycle (pre-assignment through repatriation), covering cost projections, relocation logistics, housing/schooling guidance, family support, and successful reintegration.
6. Serve as executive advisor to the People Team and business leaders on complex cases and policy exceptions.
7. Manage relationships with external vendors and partners to deliver high-quality employment solutions and services.
8. Monitor and analyze employment trends and best practices to continuously improve the company's global employment strategy.
9. Provide guidance and support to HR teams and business leaders on global employment matters.
10. Lead and develop the Global Employment & Mobility team; build a high-performing COE with clear roles, playbooks, and career paths.
Qualifications:
11. 7+ years of proven experience in global mobility, with a focus on international taxation, expatriation management and payroll.
12. Extensive knowledge of global employment laws, regulations, with a particular emphasis on personal income tax and individual tax matters in Belgium.
13. Knowledge of global mobility trends and best practices.
14. Experience in developing and implementing global mobility policies and procedures.
Soft skills:
15. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, allowing you to effectively convey information, build strong relationships and work with cross-functional teams.
16. Strong project management abilities, enabling you to successfully implement complex projects and initiatives.
17. A forward-thinking and proactive attitude, combined with excellent problem-solving abilities and a strategic approach
18. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, handling multiple priorities and adapting to a constantly evolving business landscape.
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