HR Generalist, Microsoft AI

As an  HR Generalist  supporting the  Microsoft AI (MAI) organization , one of Microsoft's fastest-growing businesses, you will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, partnering with HR Business Partners and Recruiting to scale teams, develop talent, and strengthen organizational effectiveness. In MAI's agile environment, you will help leaders adapt to evolving priorities, navigate change, and create impactful employee experiences that enable business success.   Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.   #MicrosoftAI #MAI Responsibilities HR Community Leadership:    Partner closely with Recruiting and HR Business Partners to support hiring, onboarding, internal mobility, and workforce growth strategies that enable business scale and talent success.   Influence and collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to shape and adapt company programs, policies, and initiatives to meet the evolving needs of the MAI organization while maintaining alignment with Microsoft priorities.     Employee Experience & Engagement   Act as an employee advocate by identifying themes, removing friction points, and improving experiences across the employee lifecycle in partnership with managers, leaders, HRBPs, and  Recruiting.    Help ensure new employees are successfully onboarded, connected, and positioned for success in a rapidly scaling organization .   Help leaders navigate growth, change, and organizational complexity by providing proactive guidance, identifying emerging people trends, and escalating risks as appropriate.     Projects, Programs, and Initiatives   Lead and execute people initiatives that support organizational scaling, workforce growth, organizational changes, onboarding effectiveness, and talent movement.   Use data, insights, and workforce trends to inform recommendations, identify risks, and support business and people-related decisions   Quickly adapt priorities and approaches in response to changing business needs, organizational growth, and emerging opportuniti es   Other  Embody our  culture  and  values   Qualifications Required/minimum qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources (HR), Legal, Business, Psychology, or related field AND 7+ years experience with HR or related experience (e.g., hiring, training, performance management) involving applicable employment laws and policies OR equivalent experience. Additional or preferred qualifications Master's Degree in Human Resources (HR), Legal, Business, Psychology, or related field. Experience supporting agile, high-growth organizations that utilize cross-functional teams, squad-based operating models, or rapid planning cycles. Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, balance competing priorities, and adapt quickly to evolving business needs.   HR Generalist IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $106,400 - $203,600 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $137,600 - $222,600 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender