Senior Recruiter Microsoft AI
Core
Build and execute hiring strategies for critical AI research and engineering talent needs at a frontier AI lab.
Role type
Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist (AI Research & Engineering)
Builds
A pipeline of highly sought-after AI research and engineering talent for a frontier lab.
Domain
Artificial Intelligence / Frontier Research
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Talent strategy development, market intelligence analysis, multi-channel sourcing, candidate journey ownership, complex stakeholder navigation, bespoke engagement strategies, inclusive hiring practices, data integrity management, compliance adherence, relationship building.
Preferred skills
Experience managing VP+ client groups, co-founder/founder, and first-time managers, experience working in a frontier lab, experience hiring extremely sought-after AI Research and Engineering talent, experience building and executing complex hiring strategies.
Responsibilities
Develop deep understanding of the frontier AI talent landscape and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Identify emerging talent needs, gaps, and opportunities as priorities evolve. Build differentiated, multi-channel sourcing strategies to engage talent across frontier labs and technical communities. Develop long-term relationships with talent and make networking a consistent part of the recruiting rhythm. Operate with significant autonomy to proactively identify and unblock issues. Own the candidate journey from engagement through closing. Develop bespoke engagement and closing strategies for sought-after candidates. Navigate complex hiring situations across locations and stakeholders.
