Senior Recruiter Microsoft AI

Overview

In this role you will lead talent strategies to attract and hire AI research and engineering talent for MAI, Microsoft’s fast-growing AI unit. You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and hiring managers, shaping sourcing and engagement approaches in an agile, cross-functional environment. You’ll translate business priorities into focused hiring plans while upholding a high bar for quality and a positive candidate experience. The opportunity lets you influence critical hires that advance MAI’s mission and impact in AI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute hiring strategies for AI research and engineering needs using business priorities and market data
• Build deep understanding of frontier AI talent landscape and translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Identify emerging talent needs and adapt strategies where traditional playbooks don’t apply
• Create differentiated sourcing strategies across frontier labs, technical communities, and adjacent markets
• Cultivate long-term relationships with talent through networking and community building
• Act as a trusted recruiting advisor to leaders, using market insights to influence decisions and maintain high standards
• Manage the candidate journey end-to-end, delivering a high-quality, inclusive experience and consistent practices
• Design bespoke engagement and closing strategies for sought-after candidates and navigate complex hiring scenarios across locations and stakeholders

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and demonstrable talent acquisition experience or equivalent
• Experience managing VP+ client groups, founders, and first-time managers
• Preferred: experience hiring AI research and engineering talent in frontier labs/companies
• Ability to work from the London office three days per week

• trusted advisor to stakeholders
• cross-functional collaboration
• strong communication and relationship-building
• talent sourcing and engagement
• market intelligence and strategic planning
• stakeholder management and advisory

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