Global Mobility Manager

University of Oxford; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

Generous family leave scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle/bus commuting options

Active staff community

Job summary

University of Oxford is seeking a Global Mobility Manager to provide expert guidance on international working, tax, social security and payroll implications across the University. You will shape policies, oversee shadow payrolls, and coordinate complex cases into practical solutions.

As a senior member of the Tax team, you will influence decision-making, collaborate with Payroll, HR, and Legal, and drive consistent, high‑quality international mobility support for departments and colleagues

Qualifications

• Recognised expertise in global mobility and international employment tax, with experience advising on tax and compliance risks.
• Professional qualification in Tax, Finance or Payroll Management, or equivalent experience in a complex environment.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with ability to lead multi-stakeholder projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide organisation‑wide expertise on international working and regulatory implications.
• Develop policies and procedures for international mobility and payroll arrangements.
• Lead complex international mobility projects and coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Build relationships with external advisers and support governance bodies.

Skills

Global mobility

Tax knowledge

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Tax/Finance/Payroll qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database systems

Job description

As Global Mobility Manager, you will provide University-wide expertise on international working, helping departments and senior colleagues understand and manage the implications of an increasingly diverse range of overseas arrangements. From individual international working requests to larger collaborations and expansion into new territories, you will ensure that complex tax, social security, payroll and wider regulatory considerations are translated into clear advice and workable solutions. Working closely with academic departments and colleagues across Tax, Payroll, HR, Insurance, Pensions and Legal, you will lead the development and delivery of approaches to international mobility. This includes overseeing the University's network of overseas shadow payrolls, supporting expansion of its international payroll arrangements, shaping policies and procedures, and coordinating complex cases through to resolution. You will also build effective relationships with external professional advisers and provide specialist insight to project and research oversight boards. Your leadership will help establish consistent, well-managed approaches to international working across the University. As a senior member of the Tax team, you will influence decision-making, strengthen institutional understanding of international mobility risks and develop the University's capability to support overseas activity. You will also manage and develop the International Working Coordinator, fostering an inclusive and collaborative approach to delivering a high-quality service.

• Recognised expertise and professional experience in global mobility and international employment tax, gained either in-house or as an adviser. Experience of providing specialist advice and developing global mobility policies and procedures that enable organisations to manage tax, social security and compliance risks effectively.
• A professional qualification in Tax, Finance or Payroll Management, or equivalent experience within a complex financial environment. Strong project management and organisational skills, with experience of leading complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, including the ability to explain complex technical matters clearly to non-specialist audiences and decision-makers. The ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across professional functions and with external advisers to deliver practical solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the judgement to investigate complex issues and develop pragmatic recommendations. Experience of managing, motivating and developing staff or teams while contributing to an inclusive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent IT skills, including effective use of Microsoft Office and experience of organisational database systems or equivalent. International working is increasingly important to the University's ability to support research, collaboration and colleagues across the globe. This influential role will shape how the University manages the complex tax, payroll and wider compliance implications of international mobility, bringing together expertise from across professional services to enable informed and practical decisions. Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. The Finance Division enables the University's research and education through effective financial strategy, strong financial management and trusted professional services. Working across a large and highly devolved institution, we help departments manage resources responsibly, strengthen financial controls and protect the University's long-term financial sustainability.

What We Offer Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave. A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme. Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.