Onsite Regional TIER 1 People Capability Centre Team Leader

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About the role

  • Regional Team Leader at HARMAN overseeing Tier 1 HR service delivery across multiple countries. Managing employees lifecycle queries and ensuring high standards in HR support.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Tier 1 service delivery within the designated region, ensuring accurate and timely resolution of simple to complex employee lifecycle and policy‑related queries.
  • Oversee Tier 1 Advisors who provide first‑line HR support across the employee lifecycle, ensuring consistent application of policies, processes, and service standards.
  • Support the deployment and continuous improvement of a technology‑enabled Tier 1 model leveraging Workday for transactions and ServiceNow for case management.
  • Design and maintain Tier 1 workflows, service channels, escalation pathways, and AI‑enabled support mechanisms in partnership with HR Technology.
  • Establish Tier 1 service standards, ensuring global consistency and appropriate country‑level compliance.
  • Define, monitor, and manage SLAs, KPIs, quality metrics, and employee satisfaction indicators for Tier 1 operations.
  • Ensure strong knowledge management practices, including accurate, updated, and accessible Tier 1 content to drive consistent query resolution.
  • Embed AI‑driven automation and workflow enhancements to reduce manual effort and improve responsiveness.
  • Identify and partner with HR Technology to prioritize automation opportunities that enhance Tier 1 efficiency and employee experience.
  • Track key performance metrics including service levels, first‑contact resolution, case aging, cost‑to‑serve, and satisfaction.
  • Collaborate closely with Tier 0 specialists, COEs, and HR Business Partners to align Tier 1 service delivery with policy updates and evolving business needs.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and broader HR transformation initiatives by maturing Tier 1 capability and promoting self‑service adoption.

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of employee lifecycle processes, policy interpretation, query resolution, request management, and GDPR OR equivalent data protection and compliance policies.
  • Hands‑on experience working with HRIS systems such as Workday and ServiceNow, including exposure to AI/Chatbot‑enabled support.
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Management, or a related field.
  • 7–8 years of progressive experience in HR operations or shared services, with direct experience supporting multi‑country Tier 1 or HR service delivery.
  • Experience collaborating with globally distributed teams and stakeholders.
  • Ability to drive process improvements and implement automation to enhance efficiency and employee experience.
  • Strong operational excellence mindset with the ability to manage SLAs, KPIs, quality standards, and service outcomes.
  • Ability to apply best practices, benchmarking, and continuous improvement methodologies to strengthen Tier 1 service delivery.
  • Proven leadership skills in coaching, developing, and guiding high‑performing HR support teams.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present insights clearly.
  • Excellent communication skills—confident, articulate, and able to convey information effectively across diverse audiences.
  • Experience engaging with senior stakeholders on escalations, service insights, and process recommendations.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Professional training
  • Great work environment

Job title

Regional TIER 1 People Capability Centre Team Leader

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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