Senior Director – HR Technology

Hines; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hines seeks a Senior Director of HR Technology to lead the strategy, governance, and execution of the HR technology roadmap with Workday HCM at the core. You will partner with HR, IT, Finance, Data, and Analytics to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions across Talent, Payroll, Time, and Benefits, while driving automation and AI-enabled improvements across the employee experience.

The role demands strategic leadership, executive stakeholder management, and global experience in modernization and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years leading HR technology strategy, operations, and delivery in global orgs.
• Deep knowledge of HR platforms across Talent, Payroll, Benefits, reporting, integrations.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR Technology roadmap using Workday HCM as core platform.
• Oversee Workday integrations, reporting, security, configuration, testing, release management.
• Establish governance for HR technology priorities and execution.
• Develop and coach a high-performing HR technology team.
• Serve as consultative SME and strategic advisor across HR, IT, Finance, Data, Analytics.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday HCM

Job description

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company's esteemed annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report's Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director of HR Technology will report to the Senior Managing Director of HR Operations and Technology while leading the strategy, governance, and execution of the organization’s HR technology roadmap, with Workday HCM serving as the core platform. This role is responsible for delivering scalable, integrated, user-centered technology solutions that support Talent, Compensation, Payroll, Time and Attendance, Benefits, reporting, security, and broader HR operations.

The successful candidate will partner closely with HR, IT, Finance, Data, Analytics, and business leaders as a consultative product subject matter expert, aligning technology solutions with business priorities, improving operational efficiency, strengthening global compliance, and advancing automation plus AI-enabled capabilities across the employee experience.

This leader will bring a strategic, consultative, collaborative, execution-oriented approach to HR technology. The role requires balancing long-term platform strategy with day-to-day operational excellence, building trusted partnerships, and enabling modern, consistent, data-driven experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the HR Technology roadmap, using Workday HCM as the foundational platform and ensuring effective support for Talent, Compensation, Payroll, Time and Attendance, Benefits, and related HR products.
• Oversee Workday integrations, reporting, security, configuration, testing, and release management to deliver reliable, scalable, and compliant solutions.
• Establish and manage governance for HR Technology priorities, ensuring initiatives are aligned with business objectives, enterprise standards, and execution capacity.
• Develop, coach, and engage a high-performing team responsible for product strategy, modernization, solution design, configuration, testing, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a consultative product subject matter expert, solution architect, and strategic advisor across HR, IT, Finance, Data, and Analytics to deliver business-aligned, data-driven technology outcomes.
• Drive innovation through automation, process simplification, AI-enabled initiatives, and improved digital employee experiences.
• Lead project management activities across HR technology initiatives, ensuring coordinated execution, clear decision-making, measurable delivery, and effective stakeholder communication.
• Promote standardization, consistency, and global compliance across HR technology processes, data, integrations, and security practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of experience leading HR technology strategy, operations, and delivery in a complex, global organization.
• Deep knowledge of Workday HCM and related HR platforms across Talent, Compensation, Payroll, Time and Attendance, Benefits, reporting, security, and integrations.
• Strong understanding of HR operations, data governance, process design, compliance requirements, and employee experience principles.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage cross-functional stakeholders, and translate business needs into scalable technology solutions.
• Global Experience driving modernization, automation, product governance, and continuous improvement across HR technology ecosystems.
• Excellent communication, project leadership, problem-solving, and executive stakeholder management skills.
• Consulting experience preferred, particularly in HR technology transformation, data architecture, product advisory, or enterprise platform optimization.

Closing

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects - all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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