Assistant Vice President at Exl in India, IN

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President – Global Mobility to lead and manage our international mobility and immigration program. In this role, you will support employees relocating to international locations, ensure full compliance with global immigration regulations, and deliver efficient, practical mobility solutions that enable seamless business operations and strategic workforce planning

Global Mobility & Immigration Management • Lead end-to-end immigration processes for employees relocating internationally, including visa applications, renewals, transfers, and ongoing compliance monitoring.

• Partner with internal stakeholders to assess mobility needs and recommend appropriate visa options aligned with business requirements and compliance considerations.

• Coordinate effectively with external immigration counsel and service providers to ensure accurate and timely visa processing.

• Monitor and manage compliance risks associated with the international movement of employees, including tracking visa expiry dates, timely filing of tax returns, and execution of relevant documentation.

2. Compliance & Risk Management • Ensure the organization remains fully compliant with global immigration laws, sponsorship obligations, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of immigration policy changes and assess their impact on business operations and workforce mobility.

3. Mobility Program Management • Design and execute global mobility policies and procedures related to international assignments and cross-border employment.

• Manage mobility processes including relocation coordination, employee tax filings and relocation services program.

4. Stakeholder Collaboration • Serve as a key point of contact for HR, recruitment teams, business leaders, and employees on immigration and mobility matters.

• Partner with talent acquisition teams to support the hiring of international talent requiring visa sponsorship.

• Provide clear guidance to stakeholders on immigration processes, timelines, and compliance obligations.

5. Process Improvement & Practical Solutions • Identify opportunities to streamline immigration and mobility processes while maintaining compliance.

• Deliver practical and efficient solutions to address complex immigration scenarios and support business needs.

• Enhance internal mobility workflows, documentation practices, and communication processes.

• Manage billing and invoicing end-to-end with global providers, including PO creation, cost allocation, and payment approvals.

• Oversee compliance risks related to international employee movement, including tracking visa expiry dates, social security certificate coverage, tax return completion, tax briefings, document signing, approval tracking, and data consents.

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Responsibilities

Skills & Attributes

• Passionate about delivering a seamless employee experience with the ability to resolve challenges quickly and pragmatically.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to engage and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and share key trends and insights with management.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications

• 6–7+ years of experience leading Immigration and Global Mobility functions/teams.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, or equivalent qualification, in a relevant discipline.

• Demonstrated experience managing global mobility programs (relocations, cross-border assignments, policy implementation) preferred.

• Additional knowledge of global taxation and experience managing destination and relocation service programs is a significant advantage.