Manager, Talent Management

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together youll discover that at HARMAN you can grow make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Do you want to work for some of the worlds leading audio brands Become a part of the HARMAN team and get to work for JBL and Harman/Kardon.

By joining HARMAN youll dive headfirst into the exciting world of headphones portable speakers party boxes and other audio technologies and contribute to the success of Harman Lifestyle EMEA business. The consumer audio industry is fast paced fun and dynamic and were looking for someone who is proactive loves to work with a lot of different stakeholders from all over the globe and has creative ideas.

But thats not all - at HARMAN youll have the opportunity to rapidly develop your skills and cultivate new ideas in our agile and supportive culture.

You will join our Global Talent Management team based in the UK in the position of:

Manager Talent Management

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

Were a global multi-disciplinary team thats putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end esteemed brands like JBL Mark Levinson and Revel.
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development.
• Create pitch-perfect cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience.

About the Role:

As the Manager of Talent Management for HARMANs Lifestyle Division you will serve as a strategic partner in strengthening our talent and leadership pipeline. Your focus will be on talent identification development and succession planning to ensure we have the right people in the right roles to drive business success.

In this role you will lead the coordination and implementation of key phases of the people cycle including annual performance reviews goal setting and development planning. You will also manage division-specific talent initiatives and communication strategies that align with our global talent agenda.

Additionally you will oversee the end-to-end program management of talent development initiativesfrom design through execution. These programs are designed to build individual capabilities and organizational strength in support of the divisions strategic goals.

You will report to the Director of Global Talent Management Lifestyle Division.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and implement innovative global talent development programs communications and training initiatives aligned with Lifestyles overarching business strategy.
• Design and lead High Potential Development Programs in alignment with global HARMAN-wide talent initiatives fostering leadership growth and succession planning.
• Drive and manage core HARMAN people processes for the Lifestyle Division including Onboarding/Offboarding Goal Setting and Annual Performance Reviews ensuring consistency integration and continuous improvement across the division.
• Facilitate global trainings workshops and meetings focused on Talent Management topics with a strong emphasis on HARMANs people cycle processes.
• Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders providing insights and guidance on talent development and organizational effectiveness.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of talent programs and processes leveraging data and feedback to drive enhancements and innovation.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration Human Resources Organizational Development or other HR related disciplines.
• At least 4 years of progressive HR experience including people roles like: Talent Management Organizational Development HR Generalist or Staffingpreferably within a global matrixed organization in the engineering or technology sector.
• Proven ability to design implement and manage talent development programs that align with business strategy and drive measurable impact.
• Strong passion for working with people and leading Talent Management initiatives that enhance leadership pipelines and organizational capability.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently take initiative and thrive in a fast-paced dynamic and globally matrixed environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present effectively to diverse audiences and senior leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset and the ability to build relationships across cultures and organizational levels.
• High attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously delivering high-quality outcomes on time.
• Intercultural awareness and sensitivity with experience working across global teams and geographies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint and Excel) with working knowledge of Workday and experience preparing executive-level presentations.

Bonus Points if You Have :

• Masters degree in Human Resources Organizational Development Business Administration or a related field.
• Professional certifications in 360 feedback tools team dynamics or personality assessments (e.g. MBTI Hogan DiSC).
• Certification in Organizational Development or professional coaching demonstrating a strong foundation in facilitating individual and team growth.

What Makes You Eligible:

• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Willingness to work in an office in Budapest Hungary or in the United Kingdom.

What We Offer:

HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities and professional training along with a competitive package and flexible work schedule where you will be able to work from home when not attending customer or internal meetings with the option to work in a fantastic office at Apsley Hemel Hempstead.

• Exposure to a vibrant creative international team within a friendly global working atmosphere.
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN Universitys business and leadership academies.
• Be Brilliant employee recognition and rewards program.
• A unique opportunity to contribute to drive revenue growth and nurture strategic trust-based relationships.
• The chance to work with complex problems and continuous improvement.
• Favorable employee discounts on world class HARMAN products.

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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.