Join us at the forefront of innovation in the Windows + Devices organization at Microsoft India Development Center (IDC). As a **Senior Business & Strategy Program Manager** reporting directly to the Vice President, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization. This is a high-impact, Chief-of-Staff-style role where you’ll drive strategic initiatives, streamline operations, and elevate employee engagement across a rapidly growing 1200+ person org. If you're passionate about enabling leadership, influencing product and business strategy, and fostering a thriving culture—this is your opportunity to lead from the center. 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** Business Operations + Architect and scale workflows across Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Noida to support organizational growth. + Own budget, headcount, and fiscal planning; ensure financial discipline and transparency. + Partner with GTA and URT to drive hiring, campus programs, and Springboard initiatives. + Lead Rhythm of Business (RoB) across India and US stakeholders. + Manage operational cadence including compliance, continuity planning, and headcount administration. + Drive cross-org initiatives and special projects on behalf of the Leadership Team. + Prepare executive briefings and ensure timely follow-through on action items. Leadership Enablement + Extend the impact of the VP and Leadership Team by driving business outcomes and cultural transformation. + Build trust and enable fact-based decision-making through timely and relevant insights. + Act as the pulse of the organization—surfacing feedback, synthesizing signals, and offering strategic perspective. Organizational Health + Champion employee engagement and effectiveness in a dynamic hybrid environment. + Coordinate cross-team initiatives to build team capabilities and foster inclusive culture. + Monitor and improve organizational health metrics including training, development plans, and Thriving/Signals scores. Product Strategy + Align India RoB with global product and business goals. + Partner with Surface and Windows GTM leaders to drive India-specific motions in collaboration with MCAPS and field teams. + Cultivate strategic relationships with top Surface and Windows customers across India and Asia. + Represent W+D at IDC Executive Briefing Center and Customer Advisory Boards. + Support executive communications with product and strategy inputs. People Strategy + Drive people-focused RoB and hybrid workplace culture. + Monitor training and development plans; improve organizational health metrics. + Lead initiatives to enhance team effectiveness and culture across the org. Leading Special Projects + Lead strategic and ad-hoc projects with high visibility and impact. + Refine and support team deliverables including presentations, partner decks, and executive communications. + Design and deliver content for employee engagements and leadership forums. **Qualifications** **Required Qualifications:** + 8+ years in Program Management, Corporate Strategy, or Business Excellence. + Experience leading strategic cross-org initiatives. + Prior experience as Business Manager or Chief of Staff highly desirable. + Executive-level presentation and communication skills. + Financial management experience is a strong plus. **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. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Exceptional communication skills to drive alignment and decision-making. + Proven leadership and collaboration across virtual, cross-functional teams. + Strong program management and problem-solving capabilities. + High empathy and interpersonal awareness to engage across all levels. + Financial acumen and operational rigor. + Strategic mindset with adaptability to evolving business needs. + Background in product design or strategy is a plus. \#W+DJOBS \#WDJOBS \#WxD 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 (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .