Senior Director, People Technology

Wiley

$189K — $278K *
Enterprise Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of progressive HR technology experience, 8+ in leadership roles.
  • Proven track record in leading enterprise HR technology strategy and transformation.
  • Strong ability to influence and collaborate with C-suite and senior stakeholders.
  • Expertise in HR systems architecture, digital platforms, and workforce analytics.
  • Solid financial acumen with experience in managing large technology budgets.
  • Outstanding leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
  • Experience in global HR technology implementations and enterprise change initiatives.
  • History of driving innovation and achieving measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Define and lead the enterprise people technology strategy in line with organizational goals.
  • Oversee the architecture, implementation, and optimization of HR systems to support growth.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in HRIS and tech integration to foster high performance.
  • Partner with executives to drive digital transformation and enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Manage large HR technology budgets while ensuring ROI and strategic impact.
  • Champion innovation in HR technology, including AI and automation, to improve employee experience.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with vendors and technology partners.
  • Drive change management for large-scale HR technology implementations.
  • Develop and mentor senior leaders and technical experts within the People Technology function.
  • Establish governance frameworks and metrics to evaluate technology impact and effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Collaborative environment with executive stakeholders.
  • Opportunity to shape HR technology strategy at a high level.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge HR innovations and technologies.
  • Opportunity for global impact in HR technology implementations.
  • Potential for professional development and mentorship of senior leaders.
Full Job Description

Job Description:


About the Role:

The Senior Director, People Technology will serve as a key strategic leader, responsible for shaping and executing the enterprise-wide vision for people technology. This role will drive transformational initiatives across HR systems,  and digital platforms to enable scalable, data-driven, and future-ready workforce solutions. The Senior Director will collaborate closely with executive stakeholders to align technology strategy with business goals, ensuring operational excellence and innovation across all people technology domains.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Define and lead the enterprise people technology strategy in alignment with organizational and HR priorities.
  • Oversee the architecture, implementation, and optimization of HR systems and platforms to support scalable growth and workforce agility.
  • Lead cross-functional teams across HRIS and technology integration, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Partner with C-suite and senior executives to drive digital transformation and organizational effectiveness through technology.
  • Manage and optimize multi-million-dollar budgets across HR technology portfolios, ensuring ROI and strategic impact.
  • Champion innovation in HR technology, including AI, automation, and emerging platforms to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key vendors, consultants, and technology partners.
  • Drive change management and adoption strategies for large-scale HR technology implementations.
  • Develop and mentor senior leaders and technical experts within the People Technology function.
  • Establish governance frameworks, performance metrics, and executive dashboards to measure technology effectiveness and business impact.
  • Serve as a thought leader and advisor on HR technology trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Lead strategic initiatives and transformation programs that span HR, IT, and business operations.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in HR technology, with at least 8 years in senior leadership roles.
  • Demonstrated success in leading enterprise HR technology strategy and transformation.
  • Proven ability to influence and collaborate with C-level executives and senior stakeholders.
  • Deep expertise in HR systems architecture, digital platforms, and workforce analytics.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing large-scale technology investments.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
  • Experience leading global HR technology implementations and enterprise change initiatives.
  • Track record of driving innovation, operational excellence, and measurable business outcomes.


Salary Range:

189,700.00 USD to 278,566.66 USD #LI-JG1

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