HR Analyst HR Emerging Technology (AI & Automation

The Senior Analyst within the HR Emerging Technology (AI & Automation) Team will evaluate and shape the use of emerging technologies across the talent technology landscape and beyond. This includes Workday, ServiceNow, Cornerstone, and other platforms, as well as emerging areas such as AI, automation, and next-generation workforce tools.

This role is for someone passionate about technology, curious about what s next, and skilled at translating ideas into actionable recommendations. The senior analyst will lead pilots, evaluate vendors, and synthesize findings into clear recommendations that expand our technology offerings and elevate the employee experience. This role will partner closely with HRIS, integrations, and analytics teams, providing structured support and insights that enable those teams to act.

Responsibilities

Identify, pilot, and deploy AI-driven tools and agents to elevate the employee experience and unlock smarter, faster ways of working

Research vendor roadmaps, platform releases, and broader trends across Workday, ServiceNow, Cornerstone, and other platforms

Monitor vendor roadmaps and broader trends in AI, automation, and workforce tools

Evaluate unused or underutilized functionality, recommend activation, and assess business impact

Partner with stakeholders to align emerging tech opportunities with business needs and priorities

Lead proof of concepts and pilots, coordinating stakeholders and documenting business outcomes

Evaluate new tools and vendors, preparing structured recommendations on fit, value, and trade-offs

Translate findings into executive-ready cases, presentations, and documentation that inform decision-making

Synthesize insights into strategic narratives, tying emerging tech to organizational priorities

Maintain and update a portfolio of opportunities, pilots, and outcomes

Share insights across Talent Technology and stakeholders to build readiness for adoption

Pursue ongoing learning and exploration in emerging technologies, with the ability to guide others

***Must have experience with Microsoft Power Automate

***Must have experience with AI & Automation Technologies, Bachelor s degree in HR, Business, Project Management, CS/MIS, or related field.

3 to 6 years of experience in Talent Technology, HR Operations, or related HR systems/project work

2+ years of experience in building and deploying Microsoft Power Automate flows and configuring API connectors within the platform

1+ year of experience designing and scaling agentic AI solutions in Microsoft Copilot Studio or similar tool

1+ year of experience in designing and maintaining custom Microsoft Dataverse tables

Strong communication skills with experience presenting to technical and non-technical audiences

Ability to lead pilots, vendor evaluations, or small projects, and deliver executive-ready recommendations, presentations, and documentation

Self-starter with the ability to manage competing priorities and operate with greater independence

Receptive to feedback, adaptable, and able to influence outcomes in a fast-paced environment

Resourceful and able to operate with limited guidance while supporting leadership decisions

Demonstrated curiosity and passion for technology, with the ability to connect emerging tech to business needs.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect (PL-600) or Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate (PL-200), Familiarity with Workday or other enterprise HCM platforms; broader knowledge of HR systems landscape