Overview
We are seeking a strategic and experienced HR Business Partner to join our India and South Asia HR team, supporting the India Development Center. Microsoft is at an exciting time in its journey as it leads the AI Transformation. This role focuses on partnering with business leaders during this change to influence organizational effectiveness by providing insights, data and coaching, helping them drive a culture centered on performance and inclusivity.

As a trusted advisor to business leaders, you will bring solid business acumen, systems thinking, and project leadership. You’ll operate across organisational boundaries—not tied to a single business segment—delivering high-impact HR initiatives aligned with both business priorities and strategies. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- Deep experience in strategic HR partnership
- The ability to think big, act boldly, and connect HR with business outcomes
- A collaborative mindset to influence and align across diverse stakeholders





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.

Responsibilities
Strategic Talent Planning
- Partner with business leaders to drive the people agenda and build the organization to deliver business results and increase impact. Translate business strategies into people and organizational priorities and help to drive strategy clarity and alignment.
- Execute holistic people plans—including leadership, culture, and inclusion—by identifying gaps and tailoring solutions to meet business needs. Partner with COEs to translate business priorities into outcomes and guide decisions on talent strategy.

Leadership
- Analyse data to provide insights on leadership an

📌 Senior HR Business Partner (Hyderabad)
🏢 Microsoft
📍 Hyderabad