Global Mobility Specialist

Socket.dev; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec is seeking a Global Mobility Specialist to support US inbound assignments from NCJ, coordinating pre- and post-arrival activities and acting as trusted resource for assignees and managers.

You will collaborate with immigration counsel, relocation providers, payroll, and HR to ensure compliant, smooth assignments and build a center of expertise for mobility programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, international relations, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in HR, Global Mobility, Immigration Services, Relocation Services, International HR, Employee Services, or related field.
• Exposure to global mobility, immigration processes, visa sponsorship, relocation coordination or expatriate assignments.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international assignments for employees relocating to the United States.
• Serve as primary contact for assignees, managers, and stakeholders during the assignment process.
• Manage assignment timelines, documentation requirements, and key milestones.
• Support onboarding, relocation, and transition activities.
• Partner with immigration counsel and external service providers to support visa, work authorization, and immigration processes.
• Maintain accurate records and assignment-related documentation.

Skills

Global mobility knowledge

Immigration processes

Cross-cultural communication

Project management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/International Relations or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Job description

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

Nidec is the world’s leading manufacturer of electric motors, drives, and controls, powering nearly everything that spins and moves, from smartphones and household appliances to electric vehicles, factories, data centers, aircraft, and critical infrastructure.

Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, Nidec operates more than 300 group companies across 40+ countries, with over 100,000 employees worldwide. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and continuous improvement, we combine global capability with local expertise to solve complex challenges and keep the world moving.

Job Description

The Global Mobility Specialist plays a critical role in supporting Nidec's international workforce by coordinating employee assignments into the United States, with a primary focus on employees assigned from Nidec Corporation Japan (NCJ).

This position serves as the primary coordinator and trusted resource for inbound assignees throughout their assignment lifecycle. You will work closely with employees, managers, immigration counsel, relocation providers, tax consultants, Payroll, Finance, and Human Resources to ensure a positive and compliant assignment experience.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across cultures, managing complex processes, building relationships, and taking ownership of specialized programs. Over time, the successful candidate will develop into a key subject matter expert for Nidec's U.S. inbound mobility programs.

What You’ll Do

Global Mobility Coordination

• Coordinate international assignments for employees relocating to the United States.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assignees, managers, and business stakeholders during the assignment process.
• Manage assignment timelines, documentation requirements, and key milestones.
• Support employee onboarding, relocation, and transition activities.

Immigration & Compliance

• Partner with immigration counsel and external service providers to support visa, work authorization, and immigration processes.
• Coordinate preparation, collection, and tracking of required immigration documentation.
• Support compliance with immigration regulations, company policies, and assignment requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and assignment-related documentation.

Relocation & Assignment Support

• Coordinate housing, transportation, relocation logistics, and settlement services.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Finance teams to support assignment-related compensation and benefits administration.
• Coordinate with external tax providers regarding assignment-related tax processes and requirements.
• Prepare shadow payroll and related payroll activities
• Support assignment extensions, modifications, and repatriation activities as needed.

Employee Experience & Communication

• Conduct mobility briefings and provide ongoing support to employees and managers.
• Help employees navigate life and work transitions associated with international assignments.
• Build trust and maintain strong working relationships with employees from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Promote a positive, responsive, and service-oriented employee experience.

Program Administration & Continuous Improvement

• Assist with the development and maintenance of mobility policies, procedures, and program documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service delivery, and employee experience.
• Stay informed on immigration, global mobility, and compliance developments.
• Support additional HR projects and initiatives as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, International Relations, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources, Global Mobility, Immigration Services, Relocation Services, International HR, Employee Services, or a related field.
• Exposure to global mobility, immigration processes, visa sponsorship, relocation coordination, international assignments, foreign national support, or related compliance activities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and navigate complex processes.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, leaders, external advisors, and service providers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting international employees, visa processes, relocation programs, or expatriate/inpat assignments.
• Experience working in a global organization or supporting employees across different cultures.
• Experience working with Japanese business culture or Japanese expatriate populations.
• Japanese language skills are a plus.

Why Join Nidec?

• Opportunity to work directly with international employees and global business leaders.
• Exposure to immigration, relocation, assignment administration, tax coordination, and compliance processes.
• Ability to develop specialized expertise in a unique and growing HR discipline.
• High visibility across Human Resources, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and business leadership teams.
• Opportunity to help shape and strengthen Nidec's U.S. inbound mobility program.

What Success Looks Like

• Employees have a smooth, well-supported transition into the United States.
• Immigration, relocation, and assignment activities are coordinated accurately and efficiently.
• Compliance requirements and deadlines are met.
• Strong relationships are established with employees, managers, and external partners.
• The Global Mobility Specialist becomes a trusted resource and subject matter expert within the organization.

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

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No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.