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Microsoft UK • London, United Kingdom

Talent Sourcer - Artificial Intelligence, Researchers - Microsoft AI

Employment type:  Full time
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Job Description

Shape the Future of AI with Microsoft

Microsoft AI (MAI) is on a mission to responsibly empower people through transformative AI. We’re building elegant, powerful products that will define the AI era—and we’re proud of how we do it.

As a Talent Sourcer in our Global Talent Acquisition team, you’ll help connect world-class AI researchers with opportunities across London, Zurich, and Paris. This is more than sourcing—it’s about building the teams that will drive the next wave of innovation in responsible AI, machine learning, and cutting-edge research.

Join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Help us find the people who will change the world.

Responsibilities

Talent Sourcing

  • Leading sourcing strategies to identify and attract top Artificial Intelligence researchers.
  • Collaborating with business leaders to understand their hiring needs and develop effective sourcing plans.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
  • Utilizing various sourcing tools and techniques to identify potential candidates.
  • Analysing and reporting on sourcing metrics to continuously improve processes.

Artificial Intelligence Focus

  • Understanding AI Research: Deep knowledge of the latest trends and advancements in artificial intelligence, including machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and robotics.
  • Identifying Key Talent: Ability to identify and engage with top AI researchers and engineers who are leaders in their field.
  • Collaboration with AI Teams: Working closely with AI research teams to understand their specific needs and challenges, and to develop tailored sourcing strategies.
  • Networking in AI Communities: Building and maintaining relationships within AI research communities, attending conferences, and participating in relevant forums and groups.
  • Evaluating AI Talent: Assessing candidates' technical skills, research contributions, and potential for innovation in the field of artificial intelligence.

Qualifications

Required Qualifiations

  • Many years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role
  • OR Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Liberal Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field AND multiple years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role.
  • Proven experience in a sourcing or recruitment role hiring AI Researchers and/or AI engineers.
  • Proficiency in using sourcing tools and techniques.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Company benefits

Wellbeing allowance
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Gym membership
Mental health platform access
Buy or sell annual leave
Shared parental leave
Charity donation scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Volunteer days – 3 days a year
Fertility treatment leave
Open to compressed hours
Open to job sharing
Fertility benefits
Enhanced sick pay
Enhanced sick days
Compassionate leave
Travel insurance
20 days annual leave + bank holidays
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks paid
Enhanced paternity leave – 6 weeks paid
Adoption leave – 24 weeks paid
Childcare credits
Carer’s leave – 4 weeks paid
Cycle to work scheme
Faith rooms
Annual bonus
Annual pay rises
Company car
Hackathons
Open to part-time employees
Pregnancy loss leave
Life insurance
Equity packages
Financial coaching
Relocation packages
Sabbaticals
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Family health insurance
LinkedIn learning license
In house training
Personal development days

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