Global Mobility Manager

Daiwa Securities Group; New York; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc. in New York is seeking a bilingual Japanese-English Global Mobility Manager to lead and optimize global mobility programs and coordinate with HR teams in the US and Tokyo.

You will manage policies, payroll, immigration, and relocation, liaise with leadership and external providers, and oversee the US Global Mobility team. This role requires strong confidentiality, cross-cultural collaboration, and HRIS experience.

Qualifications

• Advanced Japanese language proficiency.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in HR/Global Mobility.
• Experience with HRIS systems, payroll, accounting, and tax.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR/payroll applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of global mobility: policies, allowances, payroll, benefits, taxes, immigration, and relocation.
• Liaise with senior leadership, ex-pats, local staff, managers, and external stakeholders.
• Optimize Global Mobility operations with Tokyo GHR and regional teams.
• Oversee full lifecycle of international assignments, including relocation and tax filing.
• Lead US Global Mobility team through regular meetings and career development.
• Manage relationships with external service providers for mobility-related services.
• Collaborate with Legal Department on immigration policies.

Skills

Advanced Japanese

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Cross-cultural collaboration

Team leadership

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

Tax software

Job description

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Global Mobility Manager

Regular Full-Time Professional New York, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1134

Salary Range: $125,000.00 To $155,000.00 Annually

About Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc.:

Incorporated in 1964, Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc. (“DCMA”) is a New York-based registered securities broker-dealer, a futures commission merchant, a primary dealer of U.S. Treasury securities, and a member of the New York Stock Exchange and other major U.S. exchanges. Our main focus is on the sales and trading of Japanese, Asian, and U.S. equities, fixed income instruments, financial futures, and investment banking for institutional customers. DCMA’s ultimate parent company is Daiwa Securities Group Inc., one of the largest brokerage and financial services groups in Japan.

Position Summary:

DCMA is seeking a bilingual Japanese-English Global Mobility Manager to join our Human Resources team in New York. In this role, you will lead and support global mobility and international assignment processes for DCMA and its affiliates, serving as a key liaison among HR teams in the U.S. and Tokyo, managers, assignees, and external service providers. Drawing on knowledge of accounting, HRIS, and global mobility practices, this position will help strengthen global mobility operations, support compliance, and contribute to broader HR processes.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of global mobility: policies, allowances, payroll, benefits, taxes, immigration, and relocation
• Liaise with senior leadership, ex-pats, local staff, managers, and internal and external stakeholders related to global mobility
• Optimize Global Mobility operations, including reviewing and updating policies, procedures and documents in collaboration with Tokyo GHR, regional Global Mobility teams, and HR professionals from other organizations
• Responsible for the full lifecycle of international assignments, including relocation, immigration, host country onboarding, payroll management, and tax filing
• Oversee US Global Mobility team by hosting frequent meetings with team member(s), train and coach them as well as help develop their career path
• Manage and build relationships with external service providers related to Global Mobility payroll, tax, immigration, relocation, and benefits
• Manage firm-wide immigration policies and procedures in collaboration with Legal Department

Qualifications:

• Advanced Japanese language proficiency
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in HR/Global Mobility, with an understanding of international business operations
• Specific experience with HRIS systems, payroll, accounting, and tax
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and treat sensitive information with discretion
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as applications related to human resources, benefits, and payroll administration
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with professionals at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones, exercising sound judgment, discretion, and attention to sensitive matters

Company Culture and Benefits

Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc. has a vibrant company culture made up of a diverse team of professionals. We seek to foster an atmosphere in which our employees understand, respect, and inspire each other. We will continue to build a culture that encourages everyone at DCMA to take pride in their work. How we work — individually, with each other, and with our communities — is just as important as what we do and shapes who we are as an organization.

Our people are our most important asset, and as a result, we offer a competitive and robust total rewards package which includes, but is not limited to:

• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Ancillary Insurance (Basic Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and Short & Long-term Disability)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (FSA and HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Family building benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Professional development, educational assistance and training programs
• Community Engagement Programs

DCMA has a hybrid work program in place, with opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role and needs of your department. This was implemented to provide operational efficiency while simultaneously giving employees flexibility. At a minimum, employees are expected to work in the office three days per week.

DCMA provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. DCMA prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, or other attributes protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.