HR Systems & AI Process Improvement Specialist (1146653)

Location: Chicago, IL (hybrid – 3 days per week in office at either Downtown Chicago or Northbrook, IL). Salary range: $80,000 – $130,000 USD annually.

About the role

We are seeking an HR Systems & Process Improvement Specialist to drive continuous improvement across the HR function. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable with data and technology, and passionate about optimizing HR processes through systems, reporting, and automation.

Responsibilities

• Support HR process improvement, workflow optimization, and automation initiatives across the HR function.
• Maintain and support HR systems including HRIS/HCM, applicant tracking, learning, performance management, and service delivery platforms.
• Assist with system configuration, user access management, testing, data audits, troubleshooting, and validation of system changes.
• Develop and support HR reports, dashboards, and recurring analytics requests.
• Document processes, create SOPs and job aids, and support implementation of new workflows and system enhancements.
• Assist with governance, compliance, data privacy, record retention, audit support, and change management activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience supporting HR systems, HRIS/HCM platforms, applicant tracking systems, reporting tools, or workflow automation solutions.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with data, reporting, documentation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively with HR, IT, Finance Systems, and external stakeholders while supporting system and process enhancements.
• Able to work a hybrid schedule (3 days per week in the office in Downtown Chicago or Northbrook, IL).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar business process automation tools.
• Experience supporting HR projects, system testing, data validation, reporting, or process documentation in a corporate environment.
• Demonstrated interest in HR technology, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.