Manager, Global Employer Services (GES)

Deloitte PLT; Singapore; On-site; SGD 77,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Manager for their Global Employer Services team in Ho Chi Minh City. This strategic leadership role focuses on delivering exceptional mobility advisory services, leading a talented team, and building strong client relationships. Candidates should possess at least 5 years of experience in mobility advisory, with a strong understanding of Vietnam’s labor regulations and Personal Income Tax framework. The role requires excellent project management, stakeholder management, and communication skills in both English and Vietnamese.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in mobility advisory and compliance.
• At least 1 year at managerial level experience in mobility tax.
• Deep understanding of Vietnam’s Personal Income Tax and labor regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee end-to-end mobility engagements for clients.
• Act as the primary client contact and ensure compliance.
• Drive business development and identify new service opportunities.
• Enhance operational efficiency through process standardization and technology.
• Coach and empower team members to maximize their potential.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Client relationship skills

Communication skills in English

Communication skills in Vietnamese

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law or related disciplines

Postgraduate or professional certifications in HR, Legal, or Tax fields

Job description

Manager, Global Employer Services (GES)

Type of Employment: Permanent - FullTime

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, VN

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Manager to join our Global Employer Services (GES) team — part of one of the largest and most dynamic professional services firms.

This is a strategic leadership role where you will drive client engagements, build strong relationships with government authorities, and lead a talented team to deliver exceptional mobility advisory services to multinational clients across industries.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and oversee end-to-end mobility engagements, including but not limited to Personal Income Tax, Compulsory Insurance, Labor, Immigration matters for Vietnamese and foreign employees in Vietnam, ensuring full compliance and excellence in delivery.
• Act as the primary client contact, managing expectations, resolving complex mobility challenges, and providing timely, practical, and business-oriented advice.
• Drive business development with a growth mindset by identifying new service opportunities, going out to the market, preparing proposals, and supporting strategic client pursuits in collaboration with Partners and Directors.
• Enhance operational efficiency by standardizing processes, leveraging technology (including AI tools), and ensuring effective risk management and documentation.
• Develop strong working relationships with government authorities (at national and local level) to facilitate smooth processing and issue resolution for clients.
• Coach, inspire, and empower team members to reach their potential — providing on-the-job guidance, constructive feedback, and formal training sessions.
• Collaborate across functions (Personal Income Tax, Payroll, Social Insurance, etc.) to deliver integrated, end-to-end mobility solutions for multinational clients.
• Participate in regional initiatives and contribute to cross-border projects within the Global Employer Services network.

Requirements

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Human Resources, Foreign Trade, or related disciplines.
• Postgraduate or professional certifications in HR, Legal, or Tax fields are a plus.

Experience and Technical skills:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in mobility advisory and compliance with at least 1 year at managerial level experience in mobility tax.
• Background in Big 4 or multinational professional services firms is highly desirable.
• Experience in managing client portfolios, government liaison, and cross-functional projects.
• Exposure to Personal Income Tax, Payroll, and Labor advisory services is an advantage.
• Deep understanding of Vietnam’s framework of Personal Income Tax, labor regulations, and related compliance matters.

Other skills:

• Strong project management, stakeholder management, and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Vietnamese, with the ability to influence and present confidently to clients and authorities.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage workloads effectively, and deliver high-quality results under pressure.
• Professional, analytical, and proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• A growth-oriented leader who is passionate about people, innovation, and making an impact that matters.