HR Generalist

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

- Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
- Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
- Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

What You’ll Be Part Of

As an HR Generalist, you will be an individual contributor within the Human Resources organization supporting HARMAN's manufacturing operations in Pécs. You will partner closely with managers, employees, payroll, training teams, recruitment partners, and staffing agencies to deliver efficient and compliant HR services across the entire employee lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining operational HR responsibilities with employee support, recruitment activities, process improvement, and compliance management.

How You’ll Make An Impact

- Manage end-to-end recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, hiring coordination, and employment administration to support business staffing needs.
- Monitor workforce planning requirements and coordinate hiring activities to ensure the organization maintains the required staffing levels.
- Partner with temporary staffing agencies and recruitment providers while maintaining related administrative processes and documentation.
- Prepare, coordinate approvals for, and issue employment offers to selected candidates in accordance with company policies.
- Support onboarding activities, organize orientation programs, and ensure new employees receive a positive introduction to HARMAN.
- Prepare employment contracts, job descriptions, contract amendments, and employee lifecycle documentation while maintaining accurate HR records and systems.
- Coordinate employee transfers, organizational changes, exits, disciplinary documentation, and exit interview processes in collaboration with managers.
- Collaborate with payroll to ensure employee information is submitted accurately and on time.
- Prepare HR reports, support internal and external audits, participate in HR projects, and ensure compliance with company policies and IATF 16949 requirements.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or related HR Operations position.
- Strong knowledge of recruitment, onboarding, employee administration, and employee lifecycle management processes.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with a confident and professional approach.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.
- Professional working proficiency in English.
- Openness to learning new processes, systems, and technologies.
- We see AI as an important part of how work gets done. While tools may vary, a baseline familiarity with using AI to support efficiency, problem-solving, and quality is expected

Bonus Points if You Have

- Experience working in an automotive manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting internal, customer, or certification audits.
- Familiarity with IATF 16949 quality management requirements.
- Experience managing relationships with staffing agencies and workforce planning activities.
- Experience participating in HR process improvement or cross-functional HR projects.

Things To Know

This role is based in Pécs, Hungary and is a 24 month contract.

Professional working proficiency in English is required.

The role requires close collaboration with managers, employees, payroll, training teams, and recruitment partners.

Participation in audit preparation and compliance activities is required.

The position supports manufacturing operations and therefore requires strong attention to detail and compliance.

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

Pay Transparency
The above represents the annual gross base salary range for this role.
Variable compensation and allowances: Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may also be available, such as quarterly or annual bonus pay, commission payments, long term incentive compensation, or certain allowances. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.
How we set pay: The pay posted is a reasonable estimate of the wage range anticipated for this position. Pay is determined using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, skills, role scope/responsibilities, and location-based market factors (where applicable). In appropriate circumstances, based on objective, job-related factors, the final determination on pay may deviate from the posted range.
Pay history: Please do not include current or past pay information in your application. We do not request pay history as part of our recruitment process.
Benefits: HARMAN is interested in supporting the health and wellbeing of employees and offers a range of benefits. Offerings vary by country and employment arrangement and reflect a combination of statutory requirements and company-provided programs. These may include paid time off and holidays, sick and family leave, as well as health and wellbeing support and retirement or savings plans where applicable, along with other locally relevant benefits. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.
Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.
If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today! (https://harmanglobal.avature.net/talentcommunity)

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', ‘@careers.harman.com’ or ‘@harmanglobal.avature.net’ email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: [email protected]. (mailto:[email protected])
You Belong Here HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. 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. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com (https://www.harman.com))
HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]). Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.