Specialist, IT Communications

Description & Requirements

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

About the Role

As the IT Communications Specialist, you will ensure the clarity, consistency, and transparency of communications for the Digital Automotive function. You will plan and execute a variety of communications for multiple stakeholders, using many communications channels, specifically including the function’s intranet site. You will report to the Digital Automotive Organizational Change Management (OCM) & Communications Leader. This is a communications-led role, and the primary responsibility is to ensure the right information is created, structured, delivered, and maintained to effectively support Digital Automotive initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Plan and create high-impact communications (presentations, email, long-form writing, video, etc.) to diverse audiences. Partnering with leadership to develop clear, compelling narratives and executive-ready materials that support the Digital Automotive brand.

• Curate the content, drive the user experience, create and publish pages and libraries, and otherwise own and maintain the Harman-facing Digital Automotive intranet site as the primary repository for our Harman-facing artifacts and brand experience.

• As assigned, lead and support communications and adoption efforts for Digital projects with a significant user impact, which may include serving as a member of the project core team.

• Implement a process to ensure materials/artifacts that are the Single Source of Truth for our operations are controlled and remain current.

What You Need to Be Successful

The ideal candidate combines outstanding communication skills with strong project management discipline, a structured approach to content and knowledge management, and the ability to thrive even in changing or ambiguous situations. You must have:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, actionable messages

• Expert-level PowerPoint skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

• Strong SharePoint experience managing content, structure, and user experience.

• Project management capabilities and the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously

• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, global, cross-functional environments

• Ability to work both independently and as a trusted team member as needed

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience in an IT or Digital function and/or in global organizations across multiple time zones

• Experience managing or supporting organizational change initiatives

• Experience creating video or multimedia content for communications or training

• Background in process analysis and improvement

• Familiarity with knowledge management or content governance practices

What Makes You Eligible

• Fluent English

• Willing to travel, if necessary

• Willingness to flex business hours as needed to support activities in the Novi, Michigan, USA office and occasionally other time zones.

What We Offer

• HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in-office days per week.

• Access to employee discounts on world-class products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, and more)

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

• Competitive wellness benefits

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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Pay Transparency

L 170,250 - L 249,700

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!

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: Vedeți e-mailul pe jobsearch.harman.com.

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.() 

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  Vedeți e-mailul pe jobsearch.harman.com . Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.