Global Mobility Business Partner

AtkinsRéalis; The Wells; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Business Partner in Global Mobility to lead the execution of talent mobility strategies. The role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance and enhance workforce agility. Ideal candidates will have proven global mobility expertise and excellent communication skills. The firm supports flexible and remote working options.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Remote working options

Support for career breaks

Qualifications

• Proven ability to deliver effective mobility solutions in collaboration with Regional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply commercial principles to mobility strategies.
• Capable of leading projects and driving change within global mobility frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of mobility strategies aligned with regional talent plans.
• Build trusted relationships with HR, Finance, and business leaders.
• Monitor regulatory developments to ensure compliance with mobility frameworks.

Skills

Global Mobility Expertise

Commercial Acumen

Project & Change Management

Digital Savvy

Diagnostic & Analytical

Vendor Management

Communication & Influence

Collaboration

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Emotional Intelligence

Growth Mindset

Job description

Overview

This is a strategic business partnering role within the Global Mobility (GM) function, responsible for leading the execution of talent mobility strategies aligned with UK & Europe regional business objectives. Acting as the single point of contact for Business and HR leaders, the Business Partner provides expert guidance on mobility matters and leads key initiatives to support workforce agility and global talent deployment. The Business Partner collaborates cross-functionally with Global Mobility, Total Rewards, Expatriate Tax, and regional HR teams to ensure a seamless and compliant mobility experience. This role also provides leadership and direction to a Global Mobility Advisor supporting the region, ensuring alignment, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of mobility strategies that align with UK & Europe regional talent plans and business objectives.
• Serve as the single point of contact for HR, Finance, and business leaders; build trusted relationships and provide expert guidance on mobility matters, including assignments, permanent transfers, and executive-level cases.
• Assess mobility needs, shape sustainable and cost-effective solutions, and translate them into actionable frameworks that support business performance.
• Represent Global Mobility on regional HR leadership teams and drive change initiatives that enhance workforce agility and employee experience.
• Ensure proactive, high-quality communication and follow-through, fostering trust through consistent delivery and results.
• Monitor regulatory developments to ensure compliance with AtkinsRéalis' global mobility frameworks and oversee regional vendors to ensure service excellence and responsiveness to business and assignee needs.
• Stay attuned to market trends and stakeholder perspectives through active networking and collaboration across functions and geographies; continuously identify opportunities to deliver mobility solutions that drive organizational performance.

Qualifications

• Global Mobility Expertise: Proven ability to deliver effective mobility solutions in collaboration with Regional teams.
• Commercial Acumen: Demonstrated ability to understand and apply commercial principles to mobility strategies, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Project & Change Management: Capable of leading projects and driving change within global mobility frameworks.
• Digital Savvy: Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms to enhance mobility processes and solutions.
• Diagnostic & Analytical: Strong analytical skills to diagnose mobility needs and develop effective strategies.
• Vendor Management: Ability to manage relationships with regional external vendors to ensure cost-effective, high-quality service delivery.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Collaboration: Effective at working cross-functionally with HR, business units, and external partners.
• Adaptability: Comfortable navigating change and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Problem Solving: Proactive and solution-oriented approach to addressing complex mobility challenges.
• Emotional Intelligence: High level of empathy and cultural sensitivity when working with diverse teams and assignees.
• Growth Mindset: Commitment to continuous learning, development, and innovation in mobility practices.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you and why we're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies as well as one of the Times Top 50 employers for women. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you - from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us. As an organisation, we're committed to engineering a better future for our people and our planet, from leading the way on global Engineering Net-Zero programmes to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing, we are proud to do our bit for the society we live in.

EEO Statement

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.