Manager – Global Rewards

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, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Corporate

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Corporate, you are integral to our company’s award-winning success.

• Enrich your managerial and organizational talents – from finance, quality, and supply chain to human resources, IT, sales, and strategy
• Augment your comprehensive skillset with expert training across decision-making, change management, leadership, and business development
• Obtain 360-degree support throughout your career life cycle, from early-stage to seasoned leader

What You’ll Be Part Of

This role is part of Global Rewards Operations team in Global Capability Centre, focusing on global non-executive compensation policies and program implementation by adhering to Harman Global Rewards key compensation principles, mainly in annual compensation cycle management, global recognition program management, and other rewards vendor administration, etc.

How You’ll Make An Impact

1. Rewards & Recognition Ops Administration

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of global rewards and recognition programs, including bonuses, equity grants, benchmarking exercises.

• Act as the primary liaison with global stakeholders, internal teams (IT, Finance, HR), and external vendors to maintain seamless operations.

2. Systems, Tools & Technical Support
• Provide operational guidance and support, collaborating with HR IT to test, monitor, and enhance platforms and functionalities.
• Manage compensation or recognition system configurations, annual setups, user acceptance testing (UAT), data validation, and Go-Live support—aligning with responsibilities in global comp tool roles.

3. People Management

• The incumbent of this role is a senior specialist with very high proficiency and acumen in rewards & recognition ops will manage a small team(3-4) of rewards & recognition specialists supporting Global COE and divisional COE’s globally and will report into the Global Rewards, Recognition & Talent Management Operations Leader.

4. Data Analysis & Reporting
• Prepare spend analyses, maintain dashboards, monitor program trends, and recommend process improvements
• Support benchmarking exercises, surveys, and salary reviews to ensure competitiveness• Ensure data integrity for rewards operations, perform reconciliations, regular audits, and maintain financial accuracy.

5. Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory
• Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/Work Instructions, toolkit materials, and support communication strategies.
• Train and advise HR Business Partners, managers, and employees on processes usage and policies
• Provide advisory services regarding global compensation and recognition trends to the central and divisional Centre of excellence(COE’s)

6. Continuous Improvement & Compliance
• Monitor program effectiveness, identify improvement opportunities, and drive enhancements to boost employee experience.
• Ensure accurate program execution in line with financial governance and compliance standards across global regions to maintain financial integrity working very closely with vendors executing the programs.
• Contribute to global HR or Organizational development initiatives, aligning rewards operations with broader organizational changes by means of time-time executed projects .

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CCP, SPHR) is preferred.
• 5-7 years’ experience in Compensation & Recognition management, must have 3 years and above experience in handling global or multiple countries’ rewards processes and programs execution in sizable population.
• Principle driven, proficiency in logic thinking, process design, and data analysis and good understanding of compensation and recognition philosophies
• Details and result oriented, strong in collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams.
• Good knowledge in HR Technology tools, systems, especially in Advanced Compensation Module.

Bonus Points if You Have

• You have a working knowledge of English.
• You are willing to travel, if necessary.
• Due to the nature of global infrastructure, you understand that flexibility in working hours is required involving late shift hours.

Things To Know

• This role is based in Bengaluru, India and follows a hybrid schedule, with regular in-office collaboration alongside engineering, product, and customer program teams.
• This position supports global end-to-end delivery of global rewards and recognition programs, including bonuses, equity grants, and benchmarking exercises.
• This role requires primary liaison with global stakeholders, internal teams (IT, Finance, HR), and external vendors to maintain seamless operations.

What You Can Expect

• A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
• Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
• Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
• Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
• Tuition reimbursement support
• Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development

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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.