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

About the Role

As a strategic leader within the People Experience team and leader of the Talent Management Center of Excellence (COE), the Director of Talent Management architects and executes forward-thinking talent strategies that fuel innovation, scale leadership, and accelerate employee growth. This role integrates performance management, learning and development, leadership and executive development, and high-potential talent strategy to build a resilient, future-ready workforce. Leveraging digital platforms, AI-powered learning ecosystems, and data-driven insights, the Director partners closely with senior executives and COE teams to shape a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and excellence. By fostering an environment that values diversity, equity, and belonging, this leader ensures the organization is equipped to thrive in a rapidly evolving, technology-enabled landscape. The Director champions operational excellence, embraces experimentation, and drives measurable outcomes that support sustainable growth and a world-class employee experience, positioning the organization at the forefront of talent innovation and organizational agility.

What You Will Do

Strategic Talent Management

• Partner with the Workforce Transformation team to design and implement scalable talent strategies that align with the company's growth trajectory, product roadmap, and evolving workforce needs.

• Partner with senior leaders and People Business Partners to identify critical capabilities and build future-ready talent pipelines.

Performance Management

• Lead the transformation of performance management into a dynamic, real-time feedback culture.

• Implement agile goal-setting frameworks (e.g., OKRs) and performance calibration processes that drive accountability and innovation.

Learning & Development

• Build a digital-first learning ecosystem that supports technical upskilling, leadership development, and career mobility.

• Leverage AI-driven platforms, microlearning, and cohort-based programs to deliver personalized learning experiences.

Leadership & Executive Development

• Design and deliver leadership development programs for emerging, mid-level, and executive leaders, including coaching, assessments, and immersive experiences.

• Partner with the executive team to build succession plans and readiness strategies for critical leadership roles.

High-Potential (HiPo) Talent Strategy

• Define and operationalize HiPo identification frameworks using data, assessments, and manager input.

• Create accelerated development journeys for HiPo talent, integrating stretch assignments, mentorship, and visibility opportunities.

Employee Development & Career Growth

• Drive career architecture and development planning that supports internal mobility and retention.

• Implement tools and frameworks for career pathing, skills mapping, and development planning.

Organizational Development & Culture

• Use talent analytics to assess organizational health, identify capability gaps, and inform strategic decisions.

• Collaborate with DEI, People Analytics, and Employee Experience teams to foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead a high-impact Talent Management team with a focus on innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement.

• Build strong partnerships across People Operations, Total Rewards, DEI, and business units.

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, HR, Business, or related field; Master's preferred.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Talent Management, preferably in high-growth tech or digital environments.

• Proven success in designing and scaling talent strategies in dynamic, matrixed organizations.

• Expertise in performance management, leadership development, executive coaching, and HiPo strategy.

• Strong fluency in talent analytics, digital learning platforms, and agile methodologies.

• Exceptional communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.

What is Nice to Have

• Strategic thinker with a strong ability to connect talent management initiatives to business outcomes.

• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration and influence, partnering effectively across HR, business units, and executive leadership.

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving enterprise-wide change in dynamic, high-growth environments.

• Experience in global or matrixed organizations, with a global mindset and cultural fluency.

• Familiarity with agile methodologies, digital learning platforms, and talent analytics tools.

• Passionate about inclusive leadership, coaching, and developing high-potential talent.

• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive presence.

• Innovative and experimental approach to talent strategy, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Strong business acumen and ability to develop and deliver business cases for talent initiatives.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership & Vision: Sets and executes forward-thinking strategies that align talent and workforce initiatives with business objectives.

• Talent Management: Demonstrates expertise in planning, analytics, and execution across the talent lifecycle, including acquisition, onboarding, and ongoing management.

• Transformation Excellence: Leads and delivers enterprise-wide transformation programs, driving measurable impact and continuous improvement.

• Change Agility: Navigates ambiguity, leads change management initiatives, and enables organizational agility in dynamic environments.

• Operational Discipline: Maintains operational rigor, program governance, and delivery management to achieve business milestones.

• Executive Communication & Presence: Communicates with influence and clarity to engage executive stakeholders and diverse audiences.

• Collaboration & Influence: Builds deep relationships and partners effectively across HR, business units, and global teams.

• Global Mindset & Cultural Fluency: Operates effectively in global or matrixed organizations, with sensitivity to diverse cultures and markets.

• Tech Fluency & Digital Enablement: Leverages digital platforms, HRIS systems, analytics tools, and agile methodologies to drive innovation and enablement.

• Inclusive Leadership & Coaching: Fosters an inclusive, high-performance culture and develops high-potential talent through coaching and mentorship.

• Innovation & Experimentation: Experiments, innovates, and continuously improves talent and workforce strategies.

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.

What We Offer

• HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation.

• You will also receive top-notch employee discounts on Harman's Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products.

• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good work-life-balance.

• Attractive salary package.

• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies which also includes extensive technical trainings.

• Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs.

• "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program.

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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 to race, 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.

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