Global Employment Manager
Human Resources
This full-time post is available from 6 January 2025 on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity, this is likely be for at least 12 months.
This role offers the opportunity for hybrid or remote working within the UK.
Summary of the role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our HR Global Employment team. The Global Mobility Manager (Global Employment) will play a crucial role in supporting the international development of the University in a smooth, efficient and compliant way.The Global Employment Manager contributes directly to the University’s Global Strategy and is responsible for the shaping and development of an international HR function by establishing robust and future-proof policies, procedures and systems, and upskilling internal teams.
Key aspects of this role will include:
Supporting the University’s international development by ensuring the internal Global Employment practice is relevant, efficient and aligned to strategic objectivesLeading on the HR aspects of key large-scale international projects
Developing and maintaining the University’s global employment policy portfolio, processes, and system environment
Managing all global employment operations including case management and implementation, overseas payroll, procurement initiatives and finance cross-chargeBuilding and maintaining key relationships within the organisation to drive change and raise awareness of global employment matters internally and externally
We are looking for people with:
A recent and successful experience of managing a Global Mobility team in a complex environment
Experience of supporting the HR aspects of large-scale international projects such as the set up of a new foreign entity or an international partnerhip.Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage others and build a positive rapport.
An in-depth understanding of the Global Mobility technology market to inform and support the function’s digital transformation
If you are a highly motivated and experienced Global Mobility practitioner looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application by clicking apply below and following the process.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
Benefits
We offer some fantastic benefits including:
41 days leave per year inclusive of bank holidaysoptions for flexible working
numerous discounts at leading retailers
onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy
stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today.More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world.We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City
We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.
Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.
With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.
Further information
Please contact Linda Falouti-Langdon, Global Employment Manager at l.falouti-langdon@exeter.ac.uk