Manager, Global Rewards

Harman International; Bengaluru; Ibrido; INR 1.800.000 - 2.800.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Harman International in Bengaluru is seeking a senior Rewards & Recognition Operations specialist to oversee global compensation and recognition programs, including bonuses, equity grants, benchmarking, and related governance.

You will lead a small team, partner with IT and HR, ensure data integrity and reporting, and drive process improvements while aligning with global compensation principles.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Masters degree or relevant certification (e.g., CCP, SPHR) is preferred.
• 5-7 years experience in Compensation & Recognition management, with 3+ years in global rewards processes.

Mansioni

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of global rewards and recognition programs (bonuses, equity grants, benchmarking).
• Provide operational guidance for HR IT and test/monitor platforms and configurations.
• Manage data validation, UAT, and Go-Live support for global compensation tools.
• Lead a small team (3-4) of specialists across Global COE and divisional COE.
• Prepare spend analyses, dashboards, and program trend reports; support salary reviews.
• Develop SOPs and training materials; advise HR Partners on policies and trends.

Conoscenze

Principle-driven

Data analysis

Process design

Communication

Collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Masters degree or CCP/SPHR preferred

Strumenti

HR technology tools

Advanced Compensation Module

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary

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

• Rewards & Recognition Ops Administration - Oversee the end-to-end delivery of global rewards and recognition programs, including bonuses, equity grants, benchmarking exercises.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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)
• 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. Masters 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 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.