We are seeking a strategic, technically-skilled Lead, People Analytics and HR Technology to spearhead the transformation of our HR function through advanced analytics, HR tech optimization, and AI-powered solutions for our 300-person company. This is a hands-on senior role that combines individual contributor expertise with cross-functional influence to drive data-informed decision-making across the organization.

Job Overview . As Lead of People Analytics and HR Technology, you will serve as the technical expert driving day-to-day HR operations, analytics, and compensation processes while strategically piloting AI solutions. You'll work independently while collaborating closely with IT, Security and Finance teams to ensure seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities

HRIS & Technology Platform Operations

• Maintain hands-on ownership of HRIS platform configuration, user access management, and daily system optimization
• Lead technology vendor relationships and manage platform maintenance, updates, and enhancements
• Personally manage system integrations, data migrations, and troubleshooting for employee database
• Ensure data governance, security protocols, and audit compliance across all HR systems
• Work directly with IT teams on system integrations, API connections, and data pipeline maintenance
• Collaborate closely with Security teams to ensure all HR systems meet data protection standards

Annual Merit & Global Compensation Management

• Own the HR side of the annual merit review process including system setup, workflow management, data validation, and reporting
• Lead ongoing global salary benchmarking initiatives with on going market analysis and competitive positioning updates
• Partner with Finance and HR leadership on merit budgets, pay equity analysis, and total rewards optimization
• Create comprehensive compensation analytics including market positioning reports and pay band analysis

People Analytics & Reporting

• Design, build, and maintain HR dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, and Excel
• Conduct regular workforce analyses covering turnover, retention, headcount forecasting, and performance metrics
• Create executive-level insights and monthly HR metrics for leadership review
• Translate HR data into actionable insights for strategic workforce planning

Process Automation & Optimization

• Develop automated solutions for routine HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, and compliance reporting
• Build and maintain automated data quality checks, exception reporting, and system monitoring
• Create self-service analytics tools and automated report generation for HR stakeholders

AI Implementation & Strategic Innovation

• Strategically evaluate and implement targeted AI-based HR solutions with highest ROI potential
• Focus AI initiatives on high-impact areas: predictive turnover analysis, automated resume screening, and employee sentiment analysis
• Partner directly with IT and Security teams to pilot AI technologies while ensuring data privacy and compliance
• Establish testing protocols and governance frameworks for AI usage in HR processes
• Stay current with AI trends and assess practical applications for mid-size organization needs
• Create proof-of-concept solutions before full implementation to validate business value

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in HRIS administration, people analytics, and compensation management
• Proven experience managing annual merit processes and global salary benchmarking for organizations of similar size (200-500 employees)
• Demonstrated experience with AI or automation projects in HR or business operations (proof-of-concept level acceptable)
• Advanced proficiency in HR analytics tools (such as Excel, Power BI, SQL) and HRIS platforms
• Experience collaborating across HR, Finance, IT, Legal, and Security teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to data accuracy
• Experience with process automation, workflow optimization, and system integration projects
• Strong project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without formal authority
• Proven track record of implementing technology solutions that improve operational efficiency

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