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Posted date: Jun 05, 2025
Category: Business Operations
Location: Redmond, WA
Estimated salary: $169,750
Range: $116,900 - $222,600
Employment type: Full-Time
Travel amount: 25.0%
Work location type: Up to 50% work from home
Role: Individual Contributor
Description
The Office AI team in the E+D Office Product Group is looking for a Senior Business Manager.Office AI Team is accountable for building, shipping and maintaining shared foundations, capabilities and experiences in support of M365 Copilot and M365. Our goal is to have an outsized positive impact on the lived experience of our customers. This critical role reports to the Corporate Vice President (CVP) and works closely with the Leadership Team (LT) to drive ROB, business accountability, resource management, communications and organizational health. This candidate should have a broad range of experience, making them able to navigate a high-visibility generalist role to act as a trusted partner and advisor, balancing leadership and influence to help their leader deliver on the business objectives. This role is also part of the Office Product Group (OPG) Business Management community which works together to drive efficiency and leverage the work of the group and has a dotted line relationship to the OPG Chief of Staff.
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.
The Business Manager leverages knowledge of the leader's goals and business approach to ensure business activities are aligned with the leader's objectives. They synthesize information into insights that inform business decisions, leveraging expertise to influence the leader and leadership team.
Stay up to speed on pending launches and develop a firm grasp of the product strategy to help the LT ensure readiness. Own internal communications to effectively drive clarity on the organization’s priorities & decisions. Participate in the most relevant meetings and stay connected with the LT. Maximize the effectiveness of the CVP by partnering with their Executive Assistant to prioritize their time. Work with the CVP to drive prep for executive reviews, internal and external engagements. Own cross-team projects as needed to meet the changing business environment and manage complex business needs. Act as a project/program manager to ensure organization-wide implementation of strategic efforts that require hands-on coordination across multiple functional disciplines and business organizations. In partnership with Finance, OPG’s Director of Business Management, the Business Manager:
Leverages knowledge of organizational strategy and planned deliverables for the upcoming year(s) to design budgets. Collaborates with the LT regarding resource management planning, and ensures that the leaders are aligned on the headcount strategy and the fiscal year workforce plan. Partners with the staffing team to meet hiring requirements and elevate staffing conversations with the LT. Works as part of the OPG Business Management community to improve processes, procedures, and initiatives to run the business efficiently as the organization scales. Partner with the CVP’s EA to drive execution on budget and headcount tracking. In partnership with HR and the LT, shape and drive the people agenda and lead team health initiatives, particularly focused on developing increased diversity, inclusion, and belonging. This is a shared accountability across all members of the LT.
The CVP and LT are based on the Redmond Campus. This role will be based in Redmond, WA. Work from Redmond office a minimum of 3 days a week. Travel requirement 0%-25%.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science) AND 6+ years experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, human resources, or business-related rolesOR equivalent experience Ability to create effective relationships, influence and collaborate internally and externally at all organizational levels. Project Management: Experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving complex initiatives to completion.Leadership & Communication: Ability to influence stakeholders, mentor teams, and present insights effectively.Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science) AND 8+ years experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, human resources, or business-related rolesOR Master’s Degree in relevant field (e.g., Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Management, Computer Science) AND 5+ years experience in financial management, business planning, operations management, strategy, project management, human resources, or business-related rolesPrevious experience in Chief of Staff office or senior Business Management role preferred. Tech Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of industry trends, digital transformation, and emerging technologies.
Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
Business Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $116,900 - $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 $148,400 - $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
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until June 13th, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.
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