Global Mobility Director

KBR, Inc.

Global Mobility Director at KBR overseeing mobility programs across multiple countries. Leading strategy and operational execution for expatriate programs, partnering with HR and business leaders for integrated solutions.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeHouston • District of Columbia, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, design, governance, and delivery of global mobility programs across a complex, multi-country environment
Build a compliant, and globally scalable mobility framework that supports business growth, enables talent deployment, and enhances the employee experience
Partner closely with HR, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Tax, Legal, Finance, and external vendors to deliver integrated solutions across international assignments, new market entry, relocations, and immigration
Balance strategic program design with operational execution, ensuring strong governance, cost efficiency, and alignment with broader Total Rewards and workforce strategies
Define and lead a comprehensive global mobility strategy, including international assignments, relocations, short-term assignments, and frameworks
Lead the development and continuous improvement of global mobility procedures, standards, and governance frameworks, ensuring consistency, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence
Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on mobility solutions, workforce deployment, and risk considerations
Enhance the mobility experience through clear policies, communication strategies, and support mechanisms that improve transparency, engagement, and satisfaction for globally mobile employees
Lead and develop a global mobility team, building capabilities, accountability, and alignment within the broader Total Rewards function.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
15+ years of progressive experience in global mobility or expatriate programs
Minimum 5+ years of people leadership experience, including managing teams in a global capacity
Experience in a complex, multinational organization
Deep expertise in global mobility program design and delivery, including international assignments, relocations, immigration, and global travel
Strong understanding of global tax, immigration, and employment law considerations related to mobility
Demonstrated experience managing global vendors, including relocation and tax providers
Strong financial acumen, including cost modeling, budgeting, and program optimization
Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional global programs and drive standardization and efficiency
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex mobility scenarios for diverse audiences and effectively influence senior leadership
Experience working with HRIS and using data and analytics to inform strategy and decisions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401K plan with company match
medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D
flexible spending account
disability
paid time off
flexible work schedule
supports career advancement through professional training and development
bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation including sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Global Mobility StrategyProgram OptimizationCost ModelingBudgetingRegulatory ComplianceGovernance FrameworksData AnalyticsImmigration LawEmployment LawRelocation Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem-SolvingStakeholder Engagement