Live job postings
26,442
as of 29 Jun 2026
Demand index
0.48%
% of all job postings
Median salary
$60k
$60,000
Salary range
$40k – $100k
$40,000 – $100,000
Salary distribution
Core skills employers ask for
Employee Relations and Conflict ResolutionHR Compliance and Employment Law KnowledgePerformance Management and Talent DevelopmentStrategic Workforce PlanningCompensation and Benefits AdministrationData Analysis and HR MetricsRecruitment and Talent Acquisition StrategyHR Information Systems (HRIS) ProficiencyCommunication and Interpersonal SkillsChange ManagementProject ManagementTraining and Facilitation
AI impact on this career
AI is automating administrative HR tasks such as resume screening, payroll processing, and routine employee inquiries via chatbots, reducing the need for large HR generalist teams. However, the strategic role of HR managers is expanding as they must interpret AI-driven workforce analytics to guide decisions on retention and hiring. AI also introduces new compliance risks around algorithmic bias and data privacy, requiring HR managers to develop technical oversight skills. The net effect is a flattening of junior HR roles and a premium on senior managers who can blend people strategy with AI tool management.
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