Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions (AGS). If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.
Summary:
The European Development Centre (EDC) is the home of Microsoft’s engineering organization in Ireland. The EDC plays a critical role in driving engineering excellence, scaling talent, and ensuring compliance with local funding and R&D programs.
The One Ireland hiring model underpins how engineering teams across the EDC hire at scale. It relies on strong governance, trained interviewers, clear reporting, and close collaboration between Engineering, Recruitment, Finance, and external partners.
We are seeking an experienced, outcome‑driven EDC Project Manager to own and deliver key hiring and compliance programs for the EDC. In this role, you will ensure sufficient interviewer capacity to meet hiring demand through 2026 and 2027, while also leading R&D Tax Credit and IDA Grant project management for the site.
As part of Microsoft’s AI transformation, you will also identify and embed AI‑driven insights and automation (including Microsoft Copilot) into project and compliance workflows to drive efficiency, accuracy, and scale.
Job Responsibilities:
Hiring Programs -
Own and drive individual projects, creating and managing project plans, milestones, and timelines
Ensure sufficient trained interviewers are available to meet forecasted hiring demand
Provide regular project status updates and executive‑level reporting
Partner closely with Engineering leaders, Recruitment, and outsourced vendors
Interview Skilling -
Schedule and manage interviewer training sessions
Track completion of training and interviewer readiness
Measure training satisfaction and effectiveness
Manage the pipeline from training through to interview shadowing and readiness
Interview Availability -
Take a programmatic approach to capturing and maintaining a pool of internal interviewers across disciplines and levels
Ensure weekly interviewer availability aligns with hiring demand
Coordinate with Recruitment to ensure interview shadowing takes place post‑training
Partner with One Ireland organisational leaders to drive accountability for interviewer participation
R&D Tax Credits and IDA Grants -
Act as the single point of contact for R&D tax credits and grant activities for the EDC site
Liaise with Microsoft engineering teams, Finance, and the external Microsoft company accountancy firm
Ensure timely and accurate submission of R&D tax credit and grant documentation
Identify new R&D‑eligible opportunities across basic research, applied research, and experimental development
Lead process improvements for how R&D tax credit information is collected, managed, and reported
Develop strong expertise in the Ireland R&D Tax Credit framework (Part 29‑02‑03)
Reporting, Communication, and Governance -
Develop and track suitable OKRs with GTA, Engineering, and recruitment partners
Track scope, schedule, risks, issues, costs, and performance against agreed objectives
Create clear and effective communications including status reports, executive updates, and SharePoint content
Chair project meetings, summarize key actions, and assign ownership
Support monthly EDC onboarding and new employee orientation
Drive issue and risk management to resolution in a timely manner
Requirements:
Strong project or program management experience with the ability to drive delivery across multiple stakeholders
Experience working across Engineering, Recruitment, Finance, and external partners
Proven ability to operate independently and take ownership in a contract environment
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including senior leadership
AI‑first mindset with practical experience using Microsoft Copilot or other AI tools to improve processes
Tenacious approach to delivery with high accountability and attention to detail
Additional Details:
Location: Ireland – Hybrid (2-3 days a week Onsite)
Contract Duration: Until 30 June 2027
Day Rate: €270 - 306/day (PAYE)
Equipment: Laptop provided.
Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
As a workplace, Allegis Global Solutions focuses on relationships – with each other, our clients, and our candidates. Serving others is one of our core values. We support open communication, value constructive feedback, and appreciate individuals who bring passion and accountability to their work. Everything we do is underpinned by diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognising that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyse application materials and assist in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the role. If you have questions about the use of AI in the hiring process, please contact us.
Pay Rate Range
270 - 306 EUR daily
