Global Mobility Specialist
LayerZero
LayerZero
The Future is Omnichain.
Founded in 2021, LayerZero’s vision is to create a community of cross-chain developers, building dApps that are no longer constrained by individual blockchain capabilities. With LayerZero's simple, generic messaging protocol, builders will develop cross-chain dApps designed to unify the power of individual blockchains.
We are funded by the best investors in the world including:
a16z, Sequoia, PayPal, Binance Ventures, Coinbase Ventures, Uniswap Labs, Circle Ventures, Delphi Digital, and many more.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Certified Global Mobility Specialist (GMS) to join our team and own the end-to-end global mobility experience—from pre-hire consultation to long-term settlement. This role is critical in supporting international hires relocating to Canada and other global locations, delivering high-touch, personalized relocation support to both candidates and their families.
You will manage all aspects of relocation and immigration, including Canadian work permits, PR pathways, vendor coordination, onboarding, and post-move support. The ideal candidate brings a proactive, empathetic approach to mobility, strong knowledge of Canadian immigration processes, and the ability to seamlessly coordinate across multiple teams and time zones.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead the end-to-end mobility process for international hires and internal transfers, from initial planning through relocation, onboarding, and long-term immigration support.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates and their families, offering high-touch, personalized relocation support to ensure a smooth transition into Canada and successful integration into the organization.
- Coordinate all relocation logistics, including flights, temporary housing, shipping, and local resources, in collaboration with external vendors.
- Manage and support Canadian immigration processes, including LMIA applications, Intra-Company Transfers, Global Talent Stream, and permanent residency (PR).
- Advise recruiters and hiring managers on immigration strategies, eligibility, options, and estimated timelines during the hiring process.
- Track and manage work permit (WP) status, renewals, and deadlines for compliance with IRCC and ESDC regulations.
- Assist international employees in navigating the PR process by guiding them through paperwork, timelines, and vendor coordination.
- Provide basic tax and social security guidance; partner with external tax advisors for in-depth support when necessary.
- Collaborate closely with HR, Legal, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and Finance teams to ensure seamless execution and compliance.
- Monitor and respond to changes in immigration laws, policies, and trends relevant to Canada and other regions.
- Maintain mobility data, trackers, and reporting for audit, compliance, and business planning.
ABOUT YOU
- GMS (Global Mobility Specialist) certification required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master’s preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in global mobility or international HR, including end-to-end relocation and immigration support.
- Proven track record supporting Canadian immigration, including work permits, PR, and family relocation.
- Strong experience delivering high-touch, personalized support to candidates and families, managing logistics with care and professionalism.
- Skilled in coordinating with relocation, housing, and immigration vendors.
- Excellent communication, project management, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work effectively across time zones, cultures, and high-growth environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LayerZero Labs is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. LayerZero Labs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're seeking a talented Backend Engineer to join our team at LayerZero, where you'll play a pivotal role in revolutionizing blockchain interoperability and shaping the future of decentralized applications. As a Backend Engineer, you'll spearhead the development of robust and scalable backend systems that power our web3 technologies.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- You have a strong understanding of backend system design and have designed complex distributed systems in the past.
- You are comfortable writing clean, scalable, and well-tested code.
- You enjoy working in a fast-paced start-up environment, where you'll need to take initiative and solve problems independently.
- Pushing code that supports tens of billions of dollars of daily transactional volume doesn't scare you.
- You are curious and eager to learn new technologies and design patterns.
- You're not afraid to navigate up and down a deep technical stack. You don't define yourself by the tools you know, only by the problems you solve.
- You are able to articulate complex technical concepts clearly and succinctly.
- You have excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- You have conviction in your architecture/designs/ideas but are open minded to share and build solutions with others.
- Experience with AWS services, particularly related to deploying, managing, and scaling applications.
- Proficiency in backend development languages, such as Typescript.
- Experience working with workflow engines.
- Previous experience with blockchain technologies, smart contracts, and decentralized finance is a strong plus.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LayerZero Labs is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. LayerZero Labs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.