Global Mobility Manager

Amgen; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Inc. (IR) in Hyderabad seeks a Global Mobility Manager to lead relocation and immigration strategies for a growing biotech global workforce.

You will ensure compliance, deliver seamless relocation experiences, and partner with HR, Legal, Tax, Payroll and Finance to align mobility with business goals. You will design international relocation programs, manage vendor relationships, monitor immigration law changes, and generate reports on mobility metrics while driving cost-effective solutions

Qualifications

• Experience in global mobility and immigration programs.
• Knowledge of immigration regulations (H-1B, L-1, etc.) and relocation processes.
• Ability to partner with HR, Legal, Tax, Payroll and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global immigration processes including work permits, visas, green cards and permanent residency.
• Design and manage domestic and international relocation programs for new hires, transfers and expatriates.
• Coordinate with relocation vendors and manage policy exceptions with business needs.
• Ensure compliance with tax, social security and employment laws; maintain secure records and reports.
• Monitor immigration law changes and advise on cost-effective mobility solutions.

Skills

Global mobility

Immigration regulations

Stakeholder collaboration

Policy compliance

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Job description

Career Category Human Resources Job Description

At Amgen, every challenge is an opportunity. And every opportunity brings the potential to change lives. Our shared mission—to serve patients—has driven our status as one of the world’s preeminent biotechnology companies, reaching over millions of patients worldwide. Leverage your high-level expertise to lead and forge partnerships that advance the biotechnical and biopharmaceutical science that can turn the tide of serious, life-interrupting illnesses.

Live What you will do

The Global Mobility Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and executing relocation and immigration strategies that support the international talent mobility needs of a rapidly growing biotech company. This role ensures compliance with immigration laws and regulations, delivers a seamless relocation experience, and supports talent acquisition and retention efforts across multiple countries.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Immigration Management Oversee all global immigration processes, including work permits, visas, green cards, and permanent residency for employees and their families. Partner with external immigration counsel to ensure timely and compliant case management. Monitor changes in global immigration laws and proactively adjust company policies and practices. Serve as a subject matter expert to HR, legal, and business units on immigration strategies and risk.
• Relocation Program Oversight Design and manage domestic and international relocation programs for new hires, transfers, and expatriates. Coordinate logistics with third-party relocation vendors (e.g., household goods shipping, temporary housing, travel). Manage policy exceptions and escalations with empathy and alignment to business needs. Ensure positive relocation experiences to enhance employee engagement and retention.
• Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Legal, Tax, Payroll, and Finance teams to support global mobility initiatives. Advise hiring managers and leadership on global talent movement and cost-effective mobility solutions. Deliver training and support for HR and line managers on relocation and immigration best practices.
• Compliance & Reporting Maintain compliance with all global mobility regulations, including tax, social security, and employment laws. Ensure accurate and secure recordkeeping for audits and data protection. Generate and analyze reports on immigration metrics, vendor performance, and employee satisfaction.
• Vendor & Budget Management Manage relationships and contracts with immigration law firms and relocation vendors. Monitor program costs and manage mobility budgets in partnership with Finance. Evaluate vendor performance and recommend process improvements.

Win What we expect from you.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, International Business, Law, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., GMS, SHRM) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in global mobility and immigration, preferably in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and global immigration regulations (e.g., H-1B, L-1, O-1, EU Blue Card, intra-company transfers).
• Experience managing global relocation programs and working with relocation vendors.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven project management and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality and compliance.
• Experience supporting scientists, researchers, and other specialized roles with niche visa requirements.
• Familiarity with mobility tax issues and coordination with tax advisors.
• Knowledge of biotech industry-specific challenges in global workforce deployment.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on driving outcomes and delivering exceptional results.

Thrive What you can expect from us.

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being. We offer competitive annual base salary, and a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities.

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.

For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen