We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.
Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.
We connect. We inspire.
Role Purpose
This role supports the end‑to‑end management of international assignments, ensuring a smooth and effective experience for British Council employees and their families throughout the assignment lifecycle. You will provide operational support from initiation through to completion of assignments, ensuring accurate implementation of mobility policies, timely delivery of pay and allowances, and effective coordination of relocation and associated services.
As a subject matter expert in global mobility, you will support the delivery of a compliant, efficient and customer‑focused mobility service across the organisation’s global footprint. The role involves working closely with assignees, their families, internal stakeholders and external providers to facilitate successful relocation, ensure compliance with mobility policies and processes, and deliver a high‑quality service aligned to business objectives and international workforce needs.
Role Accountabilities
You will use your knowledge of global mobility policies and processes to advise business areas and stakeholders on international assignments, including costings, tax and compliance considerations, and support the full assignment lifecycle from briefing through to completion. You will act as a primary point of contact for assignees, delivering assignment briefings, coordinating services such as immigration, tax, relocation and health support, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring accurate application of allowances, benefits and compensation in line with policy.
You will maintain accurate records and data within mobility systems, support regular reviews of allowances and compensation, track and report on assignment data and compliance requirements, and ensure activities are delivered within agreed timelines. You will also build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships, support assignee families through relocation and settlement, and contribute to continuous improvement by ensuring mobility services remain aligned to organisational needs and provide a high‑quality customer experience.
Requirements
Essential:
Desirable:
Important Information
Closing Date: Sunday 5th July 2026 at 23:59 UK time (Monday, 6th July 2026 at 04:29 in the India)
A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.
Safeguarding Statement
The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.
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We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
We uniquely combine the UK’s deep expertise in arts and culture, education and the English language, our global presence and relationships in over 100 countries, our unparalleled access to young people and influencers and our creative sparkle.
We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
For more information, please visit: http://www.britishcouncil.org
