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Job Summary
Nidec is the world’s leading manufacturer of electric motors, drives, and controls, powering nearly everything that spins and moves, from smartphones and household appliances to electric vehicles, factories, data centers, aircraft, and critical infrastructure.
Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, Nidec operates more than 300 group companies across 40+ countries, with over 100,000 employees worldwide. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and continuous improvement, we combine global capability with local expertise to solve complex challenges and keep the world moving.
Job Description
The Global Mobility Specialist plays a critical role in supporting Nidec's international workforce by coordinating employee assignments into the United States, with a primary focus on employees assigned from Nidec Corporation Japan (NCJ).
This position serves as the primary coordinator and trusted resource for inbound assignees throughout their assignment lifecycle. You will work closely with employees, managers, immigration counsel, relocation providers, tax consultants, Payroll, Finance, and Human Resources to ensure a positive and compliant assignment experience.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across cultures, managing complex processes, building relationships, and taking ownership of specialized programs. Over time, the successful candidate will develop into a key subject matter expert for Nidec's U.S. inbound mobility programs.
What You'll Do
Global Mobility Coordination
Coordinate international assignments for employees relocating to the United States.
Serve as a primary point of contact for assignees, managers, and business stakeholders during the assignment process.
Manage assignment timelines, documentation requirements, and key milestones.
Support employee onboarding, relocation, and transition activities.
Immigration & Compliance
Partner with immigration counsel and external service providers to support visa, work authorization, and immigration processes.
Coordinate preparation, collection, and tracking of required immigration documentation.
Support compliance with immigration regulations, company policies, and assignment requirements.
Maintain accurate records and assignment-related documentation.
Relocation & Assignment Support
Coordinate housing, transportation, relocation logistics, and settlement services.
Partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and Finance teams to support assignment-related compensation and benefits administration.
Coordinate with external tax providers regarding assignment-related tax processes and requirements.
Prepare shadow payroll and related payroll activities
Support assignment extensions, modifications, and repatriation activities as needed.
Employee Experience & Communication
Conduct mobility briefings and provide ongoing support to employees and managers.
Help employees navigate life and work transitions associated with international assignments.
Build trust and maintain strong working relationships with employees from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Promote a positive, responsive, and service-oriented employee experience.
Program Administration & Continuous Improvement
Assist with the development and maintenance of mobility policies, procedures, and program documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service delivery, and employee experience.
Stay informed on immigration, global mobility, and compliance developments.
Support additional HR projects and initiatives as…