Kyndryl

Associate Director, My Kyndryl Global Mobility

New York, NY, USA Full time

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Mobility Assignment Leader to join our global HR services team. The candidate will lead international mobility programs and immigration, ensuring smooth relocations, strong compliance, an exceptional employee experience and guide best in class policy and processes. This position partners closely with mobility vendor advisory services, assignees, HR business partners, payroll, compensation and legal to ensure effective stewardship of Kyndryl global mobility programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy, Policy & Governance

  • Own and evolve Kyndryl’s global mobility strategy, policies, and operating model to support business growth and talent development.

  • Establish standards of practice, governance frameworks, approval processes, and exception management.

  • Ensure mobility programs are aligned with workforce planning and the broader talent strategy.

Program & Operational Leadership

  • Lead end‑to‑end international assignment programs, including immigration, tax coordination, relocation, and destination services

  • Serve as escalation point for complex, sensitive, or high‑risk mobility cases

  • Ensure consistent, high‑quality employee and manager experience across regions

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with immigration, tax, labor, and internal policy requirements across multiple countries.

  • Partner closely with Legal, Tax, Payroll, and Compensation to mitigate regulatory, tax, and permanent establishment risks.

  • Maintain audit readiness, documentation standards, and internal controls

Vendor & Financial Management

  • Select, manage, and govern global mobility vendors, including RFPs, performance management, and SLA oversight.

  • Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and overall mobility spend.

  • Drive cost transparency and value optimization across global mobility programs.

Analytics, Process & Technology

  • Define and track global mobility KPIs and dashboards (e.g., cost, cycle time, compliance, employee experience).

  • Assess program effectiveness and ROI; recommend and implement continuous improvements.

  • Lead process simplification, standardization, and automation, including the use of mobility tools and systems.

Stakeholder & People Leadership

  • Advise HR Business Partners and business leaders on mobility options, risks, and trade‑offs.

  • Educate stakeholders on mobility policies, decision frameworks, and best practices.

  • Lead, coach, and develop global mobility team members; mentor junior colleagues and build bench strength

This role plays a critical part in ensuring Kyndryl has the right talent in the right place at the right time to support customers globally. The Associate Director, Global Mobility shapes how mobility services are delivered, drives continuous improvement, and directly impacts employee experience, risk management, and business outcomes.

At Kyndryl, your contributions matter. We value your insights and ideas, and you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our HR services for the better. Get ready to make an impact, and together, let's revolutionize the way we deliver mobility services.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior Administrator to Architect.  We have training and upskilling programs that you find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the change to certify in all four major platforms.  One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with customers in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies.  Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.


Skills and Experience:
 

  • Minimum 12+ years of experience in global mobility, expatriate management, or international HR roles, including leadership responsibility.

  • Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of global immigration, tax, and labor regulations across multiple countries.

  • Vendor Management: Proven experience managing global third‑party mobility vendors and advisory partners.

  • People Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams in a global environment.

  • Skills: Strong stakeholder management, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple complex programs simultaneously.

Compensation:

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $120,360 to $228,840 based on a full-time schedule.  Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience.  For part time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.

There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:

California (San Francisco Bay Area): $144,480 to $274,560 

California (All Other): $132,480 to $251,640 

Colorado: $120,360 to $228,840 

Massachusetts: $120,360 to $251,640 

New York City: $144,480 to $274,560 

Washington: $132,480 to $251,640 

Washington DC: $132,480 to $251,640 

         

This position will be eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl’s applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off.  Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.


Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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