HR Tech & AI Transformation Leader

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is seeking a visionary Head of HR Technology & AI Transformation to lead the next phase of our HR evolution. You will shape the technology landscape, drive AI and automation initiatives, and enable data-driven decision making across the employee lifecycle.

Working with senior HR and business leaders, you will design multi-year strategies, oversee global implementation, and cultivate a culture of innovation that delivers measurable value and improved employee

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading HR technology transformation within a global organisation.
• Experience designing HR technology strategies, roadmaps and operating models.
• Deep knowledge of AI and automation in HR and business functions.
• Proven ability to lead global teams through periods of significant change.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and executive engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a multi-year HR technology, automation and AI strategy.
• Lead the transformation of HR systems, processes and ways of working across the employee lifecycle.
• Identify opportunities to redesign and automate HR workflows, improving efficiency, user experience and service delivery.
• Champion the adoption of AI and emerging technologies across HR, translating innovation into practical business impact.
• Oversee the development of the firm's HR data strategy, strengthening data quality, accessibility and insight.
• Build and lead a high-performing global HR Technology & Reporting team, fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Drive organisational change, stakeholder engagement and adoption strategies for transformational programmes.
• Partner closely with HR leaders, IT, Innovation, Finance, Data Privacy and other functions to deliver integrated solutions.
• Lead engagement with external vendors and technology partners, including market evaluation, solution selection and implementation oversight.
• Establish and nurture an AI and Innovation network across HR, driving experimentation and knowledge sharing.

Skills

HR technology transformation

AI in HR

Stakeholder management

Global team leadership

Vendor management

Job description

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is seeking a visionary Head of HR Technology & AI Transformation to lead the next phase of our HR evolution. You will shape the technology landscape, drive AI and automation initiatives, and enable data-driven decision making across the employee lifecycle.

Working with senior HR and business leaders, you will design multi-year strategies, oversee global implementation, and cultivate a culture of innovation that delivers measurable value and improved employee