Global Mobility Consultant

Are you fluent in both Japanese and English and looking for a varied, hands-on role within a stable and supportive environment? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented individual to join a well-established organisation, providing essential support across global mobility, expatriate administration, and business operations.

This hybrid position offers excellent work-life balance and is easily accessible via the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines, with on-site parking available and very generous bonus and benefit package

Key Responsibilities

• Expatriate Assignment & Relocation Support
• Immigration & Visa Administration
• Expatriate Payroll, Taxation & Benefits Administration
• Liaising with stakeholders in Japan
• Reporting, Budgeting & Cost Management
• Executive & Business Administration Support

Person Specification

Language & Communication

• Fluent Japanese, with the ability to read, interpret and communicate complex policies, business correspondence, and administrative documentation from Japan.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with Japanese executives, assignees, employees, and external advisers.
• Strong understanding of Japanese business culture, etiquette, and communication practices.

Knowledge & Experience

• Previous experience in global mobility, expatriate administration, international HR, payroll, or a related field.
• Knowledge of UK immigration processes and employer sponsor licence compliance requirements.
• Understanding of expatriate payroll administration, including Modified PAYE arrangements.
• Working knowledge of UK expatriate taxation and compliance obligations.
• Reporting, Budgeting & Cost Management
• Experience liaising with external advisers and service providers.
• Strong administrative skills with experience preparing reports, maintaining accurate records, and handling confidential information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Previous experience working for a Japanese organisation or supporting Japanese expatriates in the UK.
• Familiarity with Japanese expatriate remuneration, benefits, tax equalisation, and assignment policies.
• Experience working with EY or other professional tax, immigration, or global mobility advisers.
• Experience preparing expatriate cost budgets and personnel cost reports.
• Experience working within a multinational or international business environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a bilingual professional seeking a diverse and rewarding role where no two days are the same, with the chance to work closely with both UK and Japanese stakeholders in an international business setting.