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Staff People Operations Specialist – Global Mobility
Company | IonQ |
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Location | Hyattsville, MD, USA |
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Salary | $94294 – $122963 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
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Requirements
- 7–10 years of HR experience, including 4+ years in global mobility and immigration, with strong knowledge of U.S. visa processes and international relocation.
- Demonstrated experience partnering with immigration counsel, tax advisors, and relocation vendors, familiarity with international labor laws and expatriate payroll.
- Proficient in HRIS systems (e.g., Dayforce) and Google Workspace, with excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive, confidential information.
- Experience supporting a diverse, global workforce.
- Ability to work independently and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural awareness.
- Flexibility to work outside standard hours to support global stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary HR contact for international employees, providing support throughout onboarding, off-boarding, and policy guidance.
- Manage end-to-end global mobility processes, including relocations, housing, logistics, and international transfers.
- Oversee immigration case management and partner with legal counsel to ensure timely filings and compliance across multiple visa types.
- Coordinate visa/work permit applications and track immigration statuses, ensuring timely renewals and accurate records in HR systems.
- Administer international benefits programs and collaborate with brokers and vendors to meet local regulatory requirements.
- Manage global payroll activities and support U.S. payroll, including shadow payroll, tax equalization, and expatriate compensation.
- Identify and implement process improvements across international HR operations, focusing on payroll, benefits, and compliance.
- Prepare reports, support HR analytics, and lead cross-functional projects to enhance employee engagement and system integration.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field preferred.
- Deep understanding of international tax and immigration regulations.
- Familiarity with various international employment laws.