FUTURE OF WORK: AI AND THE EVOLVING ROLE OF HR PROFESSIONALS

AUTHOR – V GAYATHRI PRATHYUSHA, STUDENT AT GIBS B SCHOOL, BANGALORE

BEST CITATION – V GAYATHRI PRATHYUSHA, FUTURE OF WORK: AI AND THE EVOLVING ROLE OF HR PROFESSIONALS, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 4 (1) OF 2025, PG. 160-166, APIS – 3920-0007 | ISSN – 2583-7230.

Abstract

This research paper talks about the different types of roles played by the incorporation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Human Resources (HR) professionals and the future of work. The research conducted with a thorough survey of 90 students and an extensive literature review checked the effect of AI implementation in HR processes, career-driven policies, and organizational effectiveness. These findings demonstrate a positive relationship between the adoption of AI and the efficiency of HR, suggesting organizations using AI technologies may simplify some of the HR functions, such as recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management. As most of these routine activities are carried out with the help of AI, HR professionals can refocus their responsibilities toward high-value functions proving to be a driver for professional growth and organizational growth. It improves productivity as well as decision-making through data-driven view of insights and this research aims to stress the significance of upskilling for HR professionals in the Realms of AI-enhanced workplaces. As AI progresses and with its cosine the roles in HR departments, acquiring new skills to work with AI technologies will be necessary. In so doing, this evolution remains pertinent as businesses endeavor to fill those roles requiring both human insight and AI compatibility. This article tries to put emphasis on the HR professionals some key needs to accept continual learning and adaptability to meet technological advancement. The blend of AI with HR practices throws opportunities and challenges that define the future landscape of work and the position of HR in steering organizational success.

  Key Words – Artificial Intelligence, Human Resource Management, Future of Work, AI Integration, HR Professionals, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Training and Development, Performance Analytics, Workforce Management, Ethical Considerations, Skill Gaps, Human-Centric Approach, AI Adoption, Organizational Culture