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We are seeking a Regional Mobility Business Partner (Hybrid; based in Elgin, Illinois) to be responsible for the end-to-end execution of HARTING's global mobility programs, ensuring seamless and compliant international movement of employees. The role manages international assignments, mobility-related compliance, vendor coordination, compensation and payroll processes, and employee support throughout the assignment lifecycle. Partnering with HR, business leaders, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and external providers, the Global Mobility Manager delivers mobility solutions that meet business needs while ensuring high-quality employee experience and operational excellence.
Join this newly established function as we grow, assess, and develop the best practices needed to facilitate successful internal mobility.
HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to HARTING customers and positions itself as the go-to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Distribution partners for standard product, designed-in value-added products, and Product Development initiatives.
To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:
- Global Mobility Operations - Manage international assignments, transfers, and repatriations; Advise stakeholders on mobility solutions, risks, and costs. Support complex cross-border mobility cases.
- Compliance & Vendor Management - Ensure compliance with tax, immigration, employment, and social security requirements. Manage external mobility service providers. Oversee mobility compliance processes and reporting.
- Compensation & Payroll - Manage assignment compensation and cost calculations. Coordinate compensation reviews for mobile employees. Administer shadow payroll, tax equalization, and reporting.
- Mobility Programs & Reporting – Create and maintain mobility processes, guidelines, and documentation. Drive process improvements and digitalization initiatives. Develop reporting, dashboards, and key mobility metrics. Lead mobility projects and continuous improvement activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Must have skills and experience:
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Law, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years of global mobility experience in a multinational environment.
- Expertise in international assignments, expatriate compensation, payroll, tax, and compliance.
- Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced PowerPoint, reporting, and process mapping capabilities.
- Experience in workflow design, documentation, and process improvement.
- Strong analytical skills and high level of discretion.
- Mobility, Tax, C&B, or Project Management certification is a plus.
HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.
As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!
HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:
Compensation:
- HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.
- Competitive base salary: $90,000 - $120,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location)
- This role is eligible for a 10% discretionary annual bonus.
Benefits:
- 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max)
- Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from
- Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee
- Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy
- 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!
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