This role sits at the intersection of law, operations, data, and real human impact. As a Business Program Manager on the Analytics and Operations (A&O) Team within Microsoft's Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs organization, you will power the operations behind Employment and Immigration Law. You will independently own complex workstreams, partner across legal and business teams, solve meaningful operational problems, and advance strategic initiatives that support Microsoft's global workforce.
Responsibilities
Streamline and improve high-volume operations across E+I Law domains, including immigration filings, employment law processes, and cross-functional business workflows, by identifying and implementing measurable process improvements and best practices
Develop and execute complex project plans, including roles and responsibilities, milestones, timelines, financial and resource needs, risk analyses, and mitigation strategies
Monitor workstream health using data and analytics; define metrics, data models, scorecards, and dashboards used for strategic planning, forecasting, and stakeholder reporting
Manage budget activities, including reporting, annual and quarterly reforecasts, monthly reconciliation, vendor billing, and timely approvals
Partner with attorneys, paralegals, immigration specialists, HR, Finance, technology, and vendor teams to design compliant programs and ensure operational requirements are understood and met
Develop process maps, workflow charts, and user guides; understand how systems and processes affect one another and drive clarity, rigor, and simplification
Define and execute landing and communication plans, lead rhythm-of-business cadences, and build stakeholder support by adapting communications and data-informed storytelling to the audience
Manage multiple complex priorities, communicate program status, risks, and recommendations clearly, and hold stakeholders accountable to established schedules and mitigation plans
Embody Microsoft's culture and values, approaching all interactions with respect for diverse backgrounds and viewpoints and a growth mindset
Qualifications
Required / Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field AND 4+ years experience in program management, process management, or process improvement OR equivalent experience.
Additional / Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field AND 6+ years experience in program management, process management, or process improvement OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or related field AND 8+ years experience in program management, process management, or process improvement OR equivalent experience.
Experience supporting high-volume operations in a legal, regulatory compliance, or professional services environment, including budget and vendor management
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical problem-solving, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
Aptitude to apply AI, data analytics, Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, and other productivity tools to improve workflows, decision-making, and program outcomes
Business Program Management IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $97,600 - $188,400 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 $125,000 - $206,400 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 identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of experience in program management, process management, or process improvement, or equivalent experience
- Master's degree in Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field
- 6+ years of experience in program management, process management, or process improvement with a master's degree
- 8+ years of experience in program management, process management, or process improvement with a bachelor's degree
- Experience supporting high-volume operations in a legal, regulatory compliance, or professional services environment
- Budget and vendor management experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical problem-solving skills
- Organizational and stakeholder management skills
- Aptitude for applying AI, data analytics, Microsoft Copilot, Power BI, and productivity tools to improve workflows and outcomes
Microsoft Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is presented as broadly competitive overall, with clear role/level/location variation and an emphasis on using posted ranges and band information for apples-to-apples comparisons.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout, highlighted by a strong 401(k) match structure and immediate vesting, plus additional plan features for tax-advantaged saving.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-oriented benefits are portrayed as a meaningful strength, with substantial paid parental leave and added supports like back-up care and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
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