Associate Director of HR Technology - HR Data Platform (Nashville)

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Humana is seeking a forward-thinking Associate Director for Human Resources Technology to join our HRIT leadership team. In this role, you will shape and execute our HR technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and the evolving needs of our HR organization. You'll bring a deep understanding of HR technology trends and lead innovation across our systems to deliver a modern, data-driven, and scalable associate experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute a forward-looking HR technology strategy that supports business growth, drives automation, and enhances the digital employee experience.
• Influence business leaders on process and key business solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR customers - serve as the primary liaison between HRIT and business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet end-user needs and strategic goals.
• Lead a team of HRIT associates and contractors, driving a culture of innovation, excellence, and accountability.
• Identify and champion emerging HR technologies, AI capabilities, and automation to improve workforce intelligence and operational efficiency.
• Oversee implementation, enhancements, and support for key platforms including Workday, ServiceNow, Phenom, Cornerstone, and related technologies.
• Ensure strong system performance, data integrity, and security through rigorous governance and proactive compliance practices.
• Build a best-in-class HR data and analytic platforms to deliver insights on workforce planning, retention, engagement, and performance.
• Drive continuous improvement across HR processes through automation, digital workflows, and user-centric design.
• Manage third-party vendors and contracts---including SLAs, renewals, and RFPs---ensuring service quality, cost-effectiveness, and future scalability.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Procurement to ensure alignment on sourcing, renewals, and commercial terms.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 7+ years of experience in HR, HR technology, or people analytics; at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with Data Management (e.g., Data bricks, Mango, SQL) and possess strong HR domain expertise.
• Experience with Anaplan module
• Demonstrated success leading process reengineering, and automation initiatives.
• Strong analytical mindset with a proven track record of data-driven decision-making and workforce analytics.
• Experience managing global HR Tech strategies, and system consolidation.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams, build stakeholder alignment, and drive innovation.
• Familiarity with compliance standards, HR data governance, and system audit-readiness.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or other Advanced Degree
• Demonstrated ability to run large scale, highly visible programs with responsibility for multiple project teams
• Possess a solid understanding of operations, technology, communications and processes
• Six Sigma certification
• ITIL certification

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Additional Information

Work-At-Home Requirements

• WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
• We do NOT allow Satellite and Wireless Internet service for this role.
• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Work at Home Requirements:

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$142,300 - $195,700 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

• medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave)
• short-term and long-term disability
• life insurance
• many other opportunities

About us

About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health -- delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.

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