Automation & AI Lead (f/m/div.)

About this role

Your contribution to something big: The Automation & AI Lead drives complex automation and intelligent process solutions, acting as a strategic advisor for the digital transformation of HR. This role leads the design and implementation of advanced AI/ML technologies and robotic process automation, builds strategic roadmaps, pilots emerging technologies, and leads a technical team of automation specialists to ensure HR systems are scalable and future-ready.

Scope & Complexity Operates across highly complex, multi-country HR IT environments with significant strategic and operational impact. Acts as the senior functional authority and trusted advisor on automation, Generative AI, and intelligent workflows. Holds leadership responsibility for managing, mentoring, and developing a team of Automation Specialists and Developers. Has full responsibility for defining solution architecture, evaluating emerging technologies, and managing the end-to-end project lifecycle.

Interfaces with senior stakeholders to translate ambiguous or conflicting business needs into clear, actionable technical roadmaps. Balances innovation, performance, cost-efficiency, and risk mitigation when integrating advanced AI capabilities. Key Responsibilities Manage, mentor, and guide a team of Automation Specialists, handling resource planning, task allocation, and performance development. Lead the design and implementation of complex automation solutions, integrating advanced AI/ML technologies where applicable.

Act as a strategic advisor, analyzing business needs, building consensus, and translating them into scalable technical solutions. Facilitate workshops and collaborate with international teams to identify automation opportunities and build strategic roadmaps. Evaluate and pilot emerging technologies (e.g., Generative AI, LLMs, voice-enabled assistants) to future-proof the HR IT ecosystem. Coordinate between Business Analysts, Developers, external partners, and your internal team, ensuring smooth collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.

Identify potential AI risks and pitfalls, and proactively implement mitigation strategies ensuring responsible and reliable AI usage. What distinguishes you: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related technical field. Strong experience in business process design, solution architecture, and leading complex automation/AI projects. Proven track record in people management, team leadership, and developing high-performing technical teams.