Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100.

Taylor & Francis Group produces high quality, peer reviewed books and journals. We produce unique, trusted content by expert authors, spreading knowledge and promoting discovery globally. We aim to broaden thinking and advance understanding, providing academics and professionals with a platform to share ideas and realise their individual potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Global Mobility Specialist to join our People Relations team. 

Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that any international move is compliant and to minimise the risks for the business in relation to global mobility. 

You will use your knowledge of global mobility trends, policies and legislation to offer global mobility expertise and advise to other members of the business and set processes in place for managing global relocation requests.

This role is open globally internally and to external candidates in Beijing.

Closing date for applications: 5th June 2022.

What you will be doing:

• Liaising with relevant contacts within Informa Group and T&F to bring structure and a consistent approach to all international move requests and enquiries from Talent Acquisition and candidates regarding global locations. 
• Work with the Talent Acquisition team and HR Business Partners globally to understand the territories that will be feasible to recruit within and advising where it will not be possible due to regulatory and risk issues.
• Identify where awareness/education will be of benefit and work with others in the People Team and Internal Communication to deliver training/information to the business about global mobility.
• Advising managers and HRBPs on whether a business case is robust enough to be sent for approval and managing expectations around the feasibility and likelihood of support for proposed/requested moves.  Work to ensure criteria for selecting people for moves or for accommodating personal requests is legal, fair and consistent, and in line with business priorities. Ensure colleagues are treated in line with efforts to manage and develop talent and encourage diversity.
• Liaise with internal and external parties in relation to assessing and securing compliance in relation to employment, taxation, immigration, and other regulatory aspects.
• Act as the main point of contact for an employee, relevant managers and HR Business Partners regarding an international assignment, for any matters relating to an international move.
• Working with the Immigration Specialist to understand immigration requirements, costs and timeframes for colleagues and family members relating to international moves.  Help to facilitate visa applications and co-ordinate to align these to the timeframe of the move/relocation.
• Working with People Relations teams, shared services, payroll and benefits teams to ensure all aspects of the colleague’s pay and benefits are administered in accordance with the relocation and regulatory requirements.
• Support for colleagues in relation to planning and preparing for their move – this may involve advising/helping with aspects such as shipping personal belongings or storage, housing, schooling, utilities, understanding healthcare systems, and registering with local services.  It may also involve engaging with external expertise such as taxation advisors and similar for the colleague and for the business.
• Signpost support for colleagues relocating, both practical in relation to relocation matters and adapting to the new location and escalating any personal support matters to relevant colleagues in the People Relations team if any concerns are identified where the colleague may need additional measures to integrate well into their new location.

What we are looking for:

• Previous global mobility experience, working across the whole globe (North and South America, UK, Europe, APAC, China, Australia)
• A solid understanding of global immigration legislation
• Excellent communication skills, able to work with and advise senior leaders in respect of strategy and direction.
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• A commercial mindset
• Excellent time and project management skills
• A proactive self starter
• Resilience and strong problem solving skills, with a solutions focussed mindset

What we offer in return:

• Competitive salary 
• 20 days annual leave
• 4 volunteering days annually
• Day off for your birthday
• Seasonal social and charitable events
• Training and development

For external applicants, you must have the right to work and live in China.

This role is open globally to all internal candidates. 

At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing and flexible working. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about.

 Taylor & Francis Group an Informa Business

Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100.

We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed.  As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under local law.    This role may also be available on a flexible working or part time basis – please ask the Talent Acquisition team for more information. 

To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: http://www.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/careers