HR Generalist
MicrosoftCanada5 hours ago
Full-timeHuman Resources
Track This Job
Add this job to your tracking list to:
- Monitor application status and updates
- Change status (Applied, Interview, Offer, etc.)
- Add personal notes and comments
- Set reminders for follow-ups
- Track your entire application journey
Save This Job
Add this job to your saved collection to:
- Access easily from your saved jobs dashboard
- Review job details later without searching again
- Compare with other saved opportunities
- Keep a collection of interesting positions
- Receive notifications about saved jobs before they expire
AI-Powered Job Summary
Get a concise overview of key job requirements, responsibilities, and qualifications in seconds.
Pro Tip: Use this feature to quickly decide if a job matches your skills before reading the full description.
Are you ready to make a real impact on the employee experience across Canada? As our HR Generalist, you’ll be at the heart of supporting Canadian employees—championing fairness, inclusion, and resilience. Join us to build strong partnerships with leaders, drive community engagement, and guide teams through governance, compliance, and crisis management. Here, your expertise will help shape a thriving, supportive culture for employees nationwide.
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
Required/Minimum qualifications
Find Additional Pay Information Here
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/canada-pay-information.html
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 12,2025
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.
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
- Participate in HR governance by joining committees, supporting leadership teams, and ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Implement and maintain HR processes and internal communications to enhance employee experience, engagement, and foster a fair, inclusive workplace.
- Support and execute projects, programs, and initiatives under supervision, including talent development and statutory compliance, while responding to emerging HR needs.
- Build and strengthen relationships with local communities and external stakeholders to promote a Microsoft-focused culture and drive business goals.
- Assist with crisis management, disaster recovery, and business continuity by collaborating on emergency responses and Employee Assistance Programs to support employees during challenging times.
- Embody our culture and values
Required/Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources (HR), Legal, Business, Psychology, or related field AND 2+ years experience with HR or related experience (e.g., hiring, training, performance management) involving applicable employment laws and policies
- OR equivalent experience.
- Master's Degree in Human Resources (HR), Legal, Business, Psychology, or related field.
- 5+ years experience with HR or related experience (e.g., hiring, training, performance management) involving applicable employment laws and policies OR equivalent experience.
Find Additional Pay Information Here
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/canada-pay-information.html
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 12,2025
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.
Key Skills
Ranked by relevanceReady to apply?
Join Microsoft and take your career to the next level!
Application takes less than 5 minutes