Talent Program Manager

Aristocrat Leisure; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Aristocrat Leisure in India is seeking a seasoned Talent Program Manager to lead global talent initiatives within a multinational People and Culture team. You will oversee performance cycles, drive process improvements, and ensure flawless execution across time zones.

The role requires strong program management, Workday proficiency, and excellent communication. You will champion AI-driven automation to scale workflows while maintaining high standards of data integrity and employee experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of strong collaborative program management experience within Human Resources, in an MNC.
• Proven track record delivering complex programs across time zones and geographies.
• Hands-onWorkday experience with Performance, Skills Cloud, LMS, and Talent modules.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operational calendar and execution of performance cycle touch points (goal setting, check-ins, mid-year and year-end reviews).
• Configure and launch forms, tasks, and workflows with the Workday team, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Skills

Program management

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

Workday

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Join Aristocrat as our next Talent Program Manager and be part of a company that values collective brilliance and talent unleashed! At Aristocrat, we're committed to bringing happiness to life through our innovative gaming content and technology. As a key player in our People and Culture team, you will help drive our global talent programs, ensuring they are delivered seamlessly and consistently. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on an enterprise scale, supporting a diverse workforce with ambitious goals. If you're looking for a role where you can make a world-class impact, this is it!What You'll DoManage the operational calendar and execution of performance cycle touch points, such as goal setting, check-ins, and mid-year and year-end reviews.Configure and launch forms, tasks, and workflows with the Workday team, monitoring completion to ensure accuracy.Develop and execute complex communication plans, ensuring consistent and timely delivery.Serve as the point of contact for performance cycle questions from HR partners and business leaders when a blocking issue arises.Develop resources to support and launch performance cycles and programs.Manage and support enterprise talent programs, including planning, logistics, participant coordination, communications, and reporting.Build and sustain repeatable processes, employee/manager guides, documentation, and playbooks for talent programs.Manage the annual compliance training cycle, including coordinating stakeholder groups, leading communications, collaborating with the Shared Services team, and ensuring there is clear reporting and actionable insights.Champion innovation by identifying and applying AI-enabled solutions to simplify processes, improve experiences, and scale talent programs.Support other Talent COE initiatives in collaboration with the larger Talent COE team.What We're Looking For10+ years of strong collaborative program management experience within Human Resources, in an MNC. At least 5 years of hands-on experience running performance management systems, talent reviews and/or compliance training.Outstanding program and project management skills, including planning, dependency management, and delivery to deadlines across different time zones.Strong planning and organizational skills, with a demonstrable track record of managing recurring, fast-paced programs.Diligent with the ability to identify small errors that could result in significant downstream issues.Experience working in matrix structures or multinational corporations, navigating cross-geographies.Proficiency with Workday, particularly in Performance, Skills Cloud, LMS, and Talent modules.Digital literacy with advanced Excel skills, SharePoint, and basic data analysis capabilities. AI proficiency to automate and scale complex repeatable tasks.High emotional intelligence, handling sensitive situations with care and responsibility.Resilient under pressure, maintaining calm during deadlines and mid-cycle challenges.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with clarity and poise.This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.Compensation PhilosophyWe offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.