Global mobility functions

Global mobility functions are essential operations within a company that facilitate and support a global workforce. These functions ensure that employees can smoothly navigate international assignments, relocations, and travel while complying with legal and regulatory requirements. Here are the critical global mobility functions:

1. Visa and Immigration Support: Assisting employees in obtaining the necessary visas and immigration documentation for international assignments or relocations. This includes staying updated on the immigration policies of various countries and navigating the complexities of immigration law.

2. Global Payroll and Taxes: Managing payroll processing and tax compliance for employees working across different countries. This involves understanding international tax laws, social security schemes, and ensuring compliance with local employment regulations.

3. Relocation Logistics: Providing support and assistance to employees and their families during the relocation process. This includes arranging travel, housing, schooling, transportation of household goods, language development, and cross-cultural training.

4. Global Benefits and Compensation: Administering employee benefits and compensation packages in compliance with local regulations and requirements. This may include providing health insurance, paid vacation time, and other mandatory benefits as per the laws of each country.

Global mobility functions are crucial for expanding a company's market reach, attracting and retaining talent, and diversifying the talent pool. While the HR department typically oversees global mobility functions, some companies may establish dedicated global mobility teams to manage mobility challenges and develop mobility programs and policies effectively. Additionally, partnering with an Employer of Record (EOR) like Helios can provide comprehensive HR mobility solutions to support global expansion goals and ensure compliance with international regulations.