"Global Mobility Advisor"

Job Description:

• Human Resources
• Full-time, permanent position (HEW Level 6)
• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the global workforce experience at The University of Queensland. As our Global Mobility Advisor, you will be the trusted first point of contact for employees embarking on international or domestic relocations, providing expert guidance and a seamless transition into their new roles.

In this dynamic position, you will work closely with internal and external partners, navigating complex mobility requirements across relocation, immigration, taxation, and payroll. Your strong coordination skills and stakeholder expertise will ensure employees, hiring managers, and HR colleagues receive timely, accurate advice while maintaining compliance with governance and policy frameworks.

This role is ideal for an HR professional with a passion for global mobility who thrives on problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and delivering an exceptional employee experience. Join UQ and turn your expertise into impact by driving seamless global mobility experiences that shape a truly international workforce.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate domestic and international relocations in line with policy, ensuring a seamless employee experience.
• Provide timely advice and guidance to employees, managers, and HR colleagues on mobility, immigration, and compliance matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with third-party providers to deliver efficient and compliant mobility services.
• Prepare accurate reports and insights for senior leadership to support decision-making across global mobility programs.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Undergraduate qualification in HR, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in global mobility, HR, immigration, international payroll or tax within a large organisation or higher education setting.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employer-sponsored visa processes and familiarity with international remote work.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and external service providers.
• A customer-focused approach with excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering a positive employee experience.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia, criminal check and education check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.