HR AI & Technology Lead

Basware; Espoo; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Competitive salary

Wellbeing benefits

Learning & development

Job summary

Basware is hiring an HR AI & Technology Lead to shape how HR work is delivered in the age of AI. You will bridge HR, technology, data and business transformation to unlock value across the HR function.

You will partner with HR leaders, IT, security, data teams and external partners to drive Basware's HR AI roadmap, adoption, governance, and measurable business impact. This strategic role offers hybrid work, international collaboration, and opportunities for continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• Experience in HR, HR Technology, Digital HR, or HR Transformation.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and lifecycle.
• Practical experience applying AI, analytics, or digital solutions in business.
• Experience with HR systems, data, reporting, and vendors.
• Proven track record leading change or transformation initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and capability-building skills.
• Curiosity and continuous learning mindset; passion for emerging tech.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead Basware's HR AI roadmap and adoption strategy.
• Identify AI opportunities to simplify, automate, and improve HR processes.
• Act as the HR function's trusted expert on AI and data.
• Own and evolve HR technology landscape with IT and vendors.
• Improve HR data quality, governance, reporting, accessibility.
• Design and deliver AI learning programs for HR teams.
• Lead pilots and innovation initiatives with measurable value.
• Establish governance for responsible AI adoption in HR.

Skills

HR Expertise

HR Technology

Digital HR

HR Transformation

AI in HR

Analytics

Stakeholder mgmt

Change Leadership

Communication

Learning Mindset

English Fluency

Job description

Basware is accelerating the evolution of its HR function, and we are now looking for an HR AI & Technology Lead to help shape how HR work is delivered in the age of artificial intelligence.

In this strategic role, you will work at the intersection of HR, technology, data, and business transformation. You will help our HR teams adopt AI-enabled ways of working, improve decision-making, and unlock greater value from our HR technology and data ecosystem.

Working closely with HR leaders, IT, Security, Data teams, and external partners, you will drive Basware's HR AI roadmap and help transform how HR delivers value to employees, managers, and the business.

This is the perfect role for someone who is passionate about the future of work and excited by the opportunity to help redefine how HR operates in a global SaaS company.

Your role

As HR AI & Technology Lead, you will:

• Develop and lead Basware's HR AI roadmap and adoption strategy.
• Identify opportunities where AI can simplify, automate, and improve HR processes and employee experiences.
• Act as the HR function's trusted expert on AI, technology, and people data.
• Own and evolve the HR technology landscape in partnership with IT and external vendors.
• Improve HR data quality, governance, reporting, and accessibility.
• Design and deliver AI learning programs, guidance, and practical use cases for HR teams.
• Lead pilots and innovation initiatives that demonstrate measurable business value.
• Establish governance and best practices for responsible AI adoption within HR.

What we're looking for

We're looking for a transformation-oriented professional who combines HR expertise with technology, AI, and change leadership capabilities:

• Experience in HR, HR Technology, Digital HR, HR Transformation, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and employee lifecycle management.
• Practical experience applying AI, analytics, or digital solutions in business environments.
• Experience working with HR systems, data, reporting, and technology vendors.
• Proven track record leading change, innovation, or transformation initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and capability-building skills.
• Curiosity, continuous learning mindset, and passion for emerging technologies.
• Fluency in English.

Why join us?

At Basware, people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a collaborative, international culture where trust, ownership, curiosity, and impact matter.

What do we offer you?

• A strategic role with real ownership and influence in shaping the future of HR at Basware.
• The opportunity to lead AI adoption and innovation across a global HR organization.
• Close collaboration with HR leaders, technology experts, and business stakeholders worldwide.
• An international environment that encourages experimentation, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements supporting work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and company incentive program.
• Comprehensive wellbeing benefits, including occupational and mental health services.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.

Ready to make an impact?

If you are passionate about AI, technology, and the future of work—and excited by the opportunity to help transform HR in a practical and meaningful way—we would love to hear from you.

Basware. Now it all just happens.

Awareness of artificial intelligence concepts, tools, or applications is considered a strong asset. We highly value candidates who demonstrate curiosity, a proactive mindset, and a willingness to explore and incorporate AI-driven technologies into their work. We support continuous learning in this area.