Senior Business Administrator

The E+D Growth team is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Business Administrator to support our innovative group in Hyderabad. As a member of the E+D Growth team, you will be part of accelerating innovation and impact for some of Microsoft’s top priorities.

This role will support a Group Engineering Manager and the full E+D Growth organization. It will also provide coverage for the Data Platform + Growth organization’s local employees as needed, serving as a site lead in administration and logistics. Collaborating with both local teams in Hyderabad/Noida and colleagues across the globe, this role will help foster a vibrant, inclusive, and productive environment.

The ideal candidate is customer-obsessed, service-minded and will need to have strong planning, organizational and time management skills, along with a strong ability to work independently and collaboratively. A successful candidate will also be a proactive and critical thinker who anticipates business needs, demonstrates flexibility and remains calm under pressure. Strong verbal and written communication skills are also essential for success in this role. 

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

• Proactively manage the Group Engineering Manager’s calendar, applying sound judgment and effective prioritization to accommodate rapidly shifting business needs, and ensuring smooth scheduling across time zones.
• General team support for both the E+D Growth team and for other DPG teams as needed; provide exceptional customer service, and drive team culture by maintaining a positive work environment.
• Support the rhythm of business operations for the E+D Growth team.
• Coordinate team meetings, all-hands, off-sites, and morale-building activities.
• Accurately track discretionary budgets and process expense reports, maintaining a meticulous attention to detail.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and operational procedures, with a commitment to integrity and confidentiality.
• Procure goods and services (e.g., technology equipment and office supplies), manage workspace logistics, and handle facility requests.
• Administer recruiting logistics for full-time employees and coordinate onboarding for new hires.
• Manage external staff and vendor relationships as needed.
• May require occasional lifting or physical setup for team events or workspace changes.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years Administrative, Business Support, and/or customer service experience.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to independently juggle multiple priorities and projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, diplomatic approach, and professional presence.
• Proactive problem-solver who anticipates business needs, adapts quickly, and remains calm under pressure.
• High level of accountability, reliability, and attention to detail, especially when managing budgets, confidential information, and team logistics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft productivity software, including Outlook, Loop, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Familiarity with internal Microsoft tools (iCIMS, EC, MyExpense, ProcureWeb, M365 Groups, MSSpace) is a plus.
• A positive, inclusive attitude and a passion for supporting others in their learning and growth.

Other Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

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