Dolby Laboratories is a technology company developing audio, visual, and imaging solutions for entertainment and media. Its work includes cinema and home-theater sound systems, advanced audio processing, and technologies designed to improve how people experience content across formats. The company also supports industry professionals through licensing and professional services, while sharing information about its sustainability and diversity efforts. Job seekers exploring opportunities at Dolby Laboratories can find roles connected to technology development, media experiences, and the broader systems that bring high-quality sound and visuals to audiences.
Senior People Operations Manager – Bangalore Hybrid
Lead APAC People Operations at Dolby, overseeing compliance, process improvement, and complex employee matters. Support Bangalore’s employee experience, site growth, and regional stakeholder partnerships in a hybrid role.
Description
- Lead and develop the Global People Operations team across Asia-Pacific
- Deliver global process improvement initiatives
- Create and execute a People Operations roadmap centered on simplification, automation, artificial intelligence, and operational efficiency
- Document and standardize global processes through Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement practices
- Partner with leaders and People Business Partners on separations, transfers, assignments, reorganizations, reductions in force, mergers and acquisitions, and other complex employment actions
- Support managers with performance concerns and improvement plans in partnership with People Relations
- Create and maintain policies and procedures that support labor-law compliance and reduce risk
- Lead regional compliance programs and regulatory initiatives
- Build and manage strategic vendor relationships
- Direct change management for People initiatives
- Collaborate with business leaders, People Business Partners, IT, Payroll, Finance, and Recruiting
- Respond to internal and external audit requests involving SOX controls
- Shape and deliver the Bangalore employee experience and on-site People Operations support
- Contribute to the Site Leadership Committee and develop People and site program roadmaps
- Proactively support Bangalore’s expansion as a Growth Hub
- Coach managers and employees on escalated People matters, processes, and systems
- Advise on and record complex employment actions and agreements
- Build effective relationships with regional leaders
Requirements
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- At least eight years of HR or related experience, including two years managing People or People Operations teams
- Background as an HR generalist with employee relations experience
- Strong knowledge of Asia-Pacific employment laws and regulations, ideally spanning India, China, Australia, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore
- Knowledge of US and EMEA employment laws and regulations is an advantage
- Ability to manage, motivate, coach, and engage high-performing teams across multiple locations
- Global perspective with a strategic approach
- Collaborative working style grounded in teamwork, transparency, and open communication
- Resourceful problem solver who can identify root causes and recommend solutions
- Ability to influence and work effectively with varied stakeholders
- Comfort adapting to ambiguity and rapid change
- Project management capability with strong prioritization and attention to detail
- Technical proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience using cloud-based HR systems; SuccessFactors is preferred
- Familiarity with digital collaboration tools, HR case management, and knowledge-base software; ServiceNow is preferred
- Willingness to learn and adopt new technology
- Experience working for a multinational organization
- Flexibility to adjust working hours for meetings across time zones
- Willingness to travel frequently to APAC sites and occasionally beyond the region
- Availability to work from the Bangalore office at least three days each week
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- A Flex Work approach that supports where, when, and how you work
- Collegial work culture
- Challenging projects
- Recognition for your contributions
- Flexible working arrangement, subject to working from the Bangalore office at least three days per week