HR Generalist

Microsoft; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an HR Generalist to support Canadian employees and champion fairness and inclusion. You will enhance the employee experience, ensure compliance, and build strong community relationships. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in HR. This position is hybrid based in Canada, offering a competitive salary range of CAD $69,600 - CAD $130,900 per year.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with HR or related experience, including employment laws.
• 5+ years of HR or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in HR governance and ensure compliance.
• Implement HR processes to enhance employee experience.
• Support talent development and statutory compliance projects.

Skills

Human Resources

Legal Knowledge

Business Acumen

Psychology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Master's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Overview

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About the Job

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

• 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.

Other

Embody our culture and values

Qualifications

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.

Additional Or Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

HR Generalist IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across Canada is CAD $69,600 - CAD $130,900 per year.

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.

Location: Canada (Hybrid)