Senior Manager, Global Mobility
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for remote work specialists grew 25% in 2025, companies like Affirm are seeking experts to lead their global mobility strategies. With immigration policies becoming increasingly complex, the need for skilled professionals who can navigate these regulations is on the rise. Affirm, a remote-first company, is at the forefront of this shift, and this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the company's global mobility program. Candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in immigration law, remote work enablement, and global talent management. With the right skills and experience, this role can be a launching pad for a successful career in global mobility.
Job Description
About the Role
The Senior Manager, Global Mobility at Affirm will play a critical role in shaping the company's global mobility strategy, with a focus on immigration, remote work, and global assignments. This role will require strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes. As a senior leader in the People Operations team, you will partner closely with Legal, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and business leaders to design and deliver programs that enable global hiring, internal mobility, and long-term talent retention.The Global Mobility team is responsible for balancing compliance with practical, business-friendly solutions that support Affirm's growth and deliver an exceptional employee experience. As the Senior Manager, you will define how Affirm hires, moves, and supports talent across borders, ensuring that each process is executed with clarity, consistency, and strong alignment to business priorities.
What You Will Do
- Own and evolve Affirm's global mobility strategy across immigration, remote work, and global assignments
- Establish globally consistent policies and decision frameworks for immigration, cross-border work, and permanent transfers
- Build scalable processes and tooling to support global mobility in a remote-first environment
- Partner with internal Legal and external counsel to deliver compliant, forward-looking immigration and mobility programs
- Advise senior leaders on immigration, mobility, and location decisions, incorporating evolving regulatory requirements and impacts
- Partner with Legal, Tax, Finance, Total Rewards, Payroll, Equity, and Talent to deliver aligned, business-relevant programs
- Lead vendor strategy and optimize partnerships with immigration counsel and mobility providers
- Translate complex requirements into clear, employee-friendly policies and guidance
- Drive adoption of mobility frameworks through stakeholder education and enablement
- Establish and maintain reporting and analytics to track program effectiveness and inform decisions
What We Are Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in global mobility, immigration, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of immigration laws and regulations, particularly in the US
- Experience with remote work enablement and global talent management
- Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and influence senior stakeholders
- Strong judgment and decision-making skills
- Experience with policy design and implementation
- Strong communication and project management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote-first environment
Nice to Have
- Experience with global mobility technology and tools
- Knowledge of labor laws and regulations in multiple countries
- Experience with data analytics and reporting
- Certification in global mobility or a related field
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO and holiday package
- Remote work stipend and flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities and training
- Access to a global network of professionals and experts in the field
- Opportunity to work with a remote-first company and shape the future of global mobility
How to Stand Out
- Be prepared to showcase your expertise in immigration law and remote work enablement, and provide specific examples of how you have navigated complex regulatory landscapes in previous roles.
- Highlight your experience working in a remote-first environment and your ability to manage global teams and stakeholders.
- Emphasize your strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, and provide examples of how you have successfully implemented global mobility programs in previous roles.
- Make sure to research Affirm's company culture and values, and be prepared to explain how your own values and approach to global mobility align with those of the company.
- Practice answering behavioral interview questions that assess your experience, skills, and approach to global mobility, and be prepared to provide specific examples from your previous experience.
- Don't be afraid to ask questions during the interview process, and take the opportunity to learn more about the company culture and the role.
- Consider creating a portfolio or case studies that demonstrate your expertise in global mobility, and be prepared to share these with the interviewer.
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