Human Capital Management (HCM) Strategy, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Product Management, Vice President, New York City

Summary: Our HCM Strategy team is seeking an experienced Vice President to drive global, large-scale transformational Artificial Intelligence initiatives. You will be instrumental in leveraging cutting-edge AI platforms to enhance employee experience, deliver quantifiable automation benefits, and build resilient HCM solutions across our firm.

As a Vice President, you will lead the strategy, design and delivery of enterprise-wide HCM AI platforms and solutions from initiation to completion. You will apply exceptional organizational skills, strategic foresight, and impeccable implementation abilities. A strong focus on integrating systems across the full employee lifecycle - from recruitment to retirement - will be essential. You will collaborate with HCM, technology, and business leaders to define roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and implement scalable AI solutions aligned with organizational goals.

We are looking for a seasoned professional with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in a fast-paced, complex environment, evidenced by a proven track record of successful AI product design and implementation.

Responsibilities:

• Articulate and lead the HCM product vision and strategic roadmap, aligning with HCM and business objectives.
• Continuously modernize our AI approach by monitoring new AI patterns, assessing fit-for-purpose use cases, and driving implementation playbooks from pilot to production.
• Develop robust business cases for new AI products and enhancements, including financial justification (ROI) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Lead and empower cross-functional teams to deliver complex solutions, ensuring strategic alignment and successful outcomes.
• Foster strong partnerships with Data, Engineering, PMO, and HRIS teams to ensure seamless execution and integration.
• Monitor the evolving AI landscape and translate relevant innovations into HCM strategy and roadmaps.
• Uphold and ensure adherence to governance, data privacy, and regulatory compliance standards across all HCM products.
• Strategically manage vendor relationships, encompassing platform evaluation, selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing performance oversight.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Product Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in product management, leading the strategy, development, and launch of complex, large-scale products - with concrete experience delivering AI-enabled products and / or implementing AI capabilities in enterprise environments
• Demonstrated expertise in the full product lifecycle management from conceptual design and strategic planning to successful launch and sustained adoption.
• Proven ability to strategically prioritize, define, and manage a diverse product roadmap, consistently delivering high-value features and solutions that meet market needs and exceed stakeholder expectations.
• Exceptional organizational acumen and advanced time management capabilities, adept at navigating complex product interdependencies and driving efficient execution across global, cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with enterprise-grade product management platforms (e.g., Jira), analytics tools, and collaboration software.
• Superior executive-level written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts, influence diverse stakeholders, and present effectively to senior leadership.
• Highly analytical with advanced strategic problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, capable of identifying root causes, anticipating challenges, and developing innovative solutions.
• Proven ability to thrive both independently and as a collaborative leader within a matrixed organizational structure, fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Agile Product Owner/Scrum Master, or other relevant product management certifications are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with enterprise HCM systems including Oracle HCM Cloud.