Global Mobility and M&A Principal

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At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams and locations.

Blue Origin has a unique opportunity to direct our Global Mobility/Relocation business stream and act as the HR leader for any potential future M&A activities.

As the principal for these workstreams, you will manage all aspects of our Global Mobility program including relocation service delivery management, short term assignments, business directed transfers and international assignments. You will be responsible for vendor management in this area and have direct ownership and accountability for Mobility program performance and employee experience. As part of this work, you will be the HR leader for potential international office expansion programs. Under the scope of this role, you will also be the HR leader for any future M&A activities.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Global Mobility/Relocation:

Manage the overall service delivery strategy and business model for Blue's Global Mobility program. Drive best practices and appropriate service and benefits to ensure that employee experience is excellent at the best value for the company.

Oversee a Global Mobility program that includes employee movement and placement for relocations, international assignments, short term assignments and business directed transfers. Ensure a smooth transition that involves logistics, communication with employees and service providers, and execution of administrative tasks. In this role, you will work with human resources, legal, and finance teams to ensure compliance with company policies, travel policies and immigration regulations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drive scalable strategies and approaches for different types of relocation and assignments, aiming to improve employee experience and reduce total spend
• Ensure Global Mobility processes, systems and end-user support are well executed
• Ensure that the program successfully advises and supports employees and their families throughout the relocation process, including movement, placement, and return.
• Communicate relocation packages, address employee queries, and resolve escalated issues.
• Facilitate relocations by managed vendors, that oversee transportation, housing arrangements and other service offerings.
• Review and update relocation policies based on company direction, feedback and regulatory changes.
• Manage HR's program related to international expansion. Develop comprehensive programs, services and policies related to international employee assignments.
• Facilitate immigration status applications and employment authorization/Visas for employees and candidates.
• Serve as a partner and point of contact with legal counsel, government agencies, and third-party vendors providing immigration and relocation support.
• Monitor and respond to foreign government policies and actions affecting operations and employee safety. Stay current with laws, regulations, and procedures governing international mobility and immigration.

Mergers & Acquisitions:

• Responsible for leading the HR's approach to potential future merger & acquisition activities from initial discovery through final integration.
• Own and modify the HR playbook related to M&A
• Engaging in company level M&A processes, including business case development, financial modeling, due diligence, and transaction structuring.
• Support discovery conversations and projects, representing as the senior HR leader in cross-functional projects and reviews
• Advising on strategic transaction planning and execution related to mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships.
• Build and lead HR project teams when needed to support M&A activities. Ensure that the right functional teams (Recruiting, Ops, Compensation, Benefits, etc) are involved at the right time through the M&A lifecycle.
• Keep HR Leadership team apprised of trends and status for any specific projects and issues

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 10+ Extensive experience in HR leadership roles, with a focus on M&A, organizational development, Global Mobility or change management.
• 3 years of experience in relocation management (both domestic and International).
• Fundamental understanding of HR Systems and processes
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures, cultural dynamics, and business environments.
• 3 years of Direct experience in M&A processes, due diligence, integration planning, and organizational design is essential.
• Experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders is highly valued
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree or MBA is often preferred.
• Certified Relocation Professional (CRP) or Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) certifications can be beneficial.

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

Inclusivity Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DIBDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here.

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