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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software (Clio). * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * close attention to detail and organizational ability. * Problem-solving ...

Legal Secretary

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$45K - $65K/yr

What We're Looking For • 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary in a civil litigation firm (Federal and California court experience preferred). • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ...

Microsoft Data Center Project Manager

Bothell, WA · On-site

$137K/yr

Microsoft is a leading technology company, and they are seeking a Data Center Project Manager to ... This position requires verification of citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions.

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Senior Legal Secretary

New Haven, CT · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. * Experience using legal practice management, document management and billing systems. * Experience ...

Legal File Clerk | ABC Legal Services Oklahoma City, OK (On-site) Full-time $15.00/hr Mon-Fri, 8:00 ... Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) * Detail-oriented and comfortable in a fast-paced, high ...

Legal File Clerk | ABC Legal Services Oklahoma City, OK (On-site) • Full-time • $15.00/hr • ... Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) * Detail-oriented and comfortable in a fast-paced, high ...

Legal File Clerk | ABC Legal Services Oklahoma City, OK (On-site) · Full-time · $15.00/hr · Mon ... Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) * Detail-oriented and comfortable in a fast-paced, high ...

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How much do microsoft legal jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for microsoft legal in the United States is $48,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Microsoft Legal?

Microsoft Legal refers to the legal department within Microsoft Corporation, responsible for managing the company's legal affairs worldwide. This team handles a variety of legal matters such as intellectual property, compliance, litigation, employment law, privacy, and corporate governance. They advise on legal risks and business strategies, ensure regulatory compliance, and help safeguard Microsoft's interests around the globe. The department consists of attorneys, paralegals, and other legal professionals who work closely with other divisions of the company.

What are some common challenges faced by legal professionals working at Microsoft, and how are they addressed within the team?

Legal professionals at Microsoft often manage complex, fast-paced projects involving cutting-edge technology and global regulatory requirements. One common challenge is staying updated with rapidly evolving tech laws and data privacy regulations across multiple jurisdictions. Teams address this by fostering a collaborative environment where legal experts regularly engage with technical, business, and compliance teams, and participate in ongoing training. This collaborative approach helps ensure legal guidance is practical, current, and aligned with Microsoft's innovative business goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Microsoft Legal professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Microsoft Legal professional, you need a strong foundation in legal analysis, contract negotiation, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and bar admission. Familiarity with legal research tools, Microsoft 365 applications, and contract management systems is essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills help navigate complex legal matters and work effectively with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure legal risks are managed proactively and support Microsoft's business objectives in a dynamic technology environment.

What is the difference between Microsoft Legal vs Microsoft Compliance Officer?

AspectMicrosoft LegalMicrosoft Compliance Officer
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), legal certificationsBachelor's degree, compliance certifications (e.g., CCEP)
Work EnvironmentLegal departments, corporate officesCompliance teams, corporate offices
Employer & Industry UsageLegal and corporate governanceRegulatory adherence, risk management
Common Search & ComparisonLegal expertise, contract reviewRegulatory compliance, policy enforcement

Microsoft Legal focuses on legal matters, contracts, and corporate law, while Microsoft Compliance Officer handles regulatory adherence and risk management. Both roles are essential in supporting Microsoft's legal and compliance frameworks but differ in their core responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Microsoft Legal job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,215 per year, or $23.2 per hour.
Microsoft Data Center Project Manager

Microsoft Data Center Project Manager

Microsoft

Bothell, WA • On-site

$84K - $168K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Microsoft rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 129 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 192 rated software companies


Job description

Overview
As a Microsoft Data Center Project Manager (DCPM), you will perform troubleshooting for service incidents, manage assigned projects to meet service delivery objectives as well escalate to appropriate stakeholders to remove obstacles. You will also follow safety policies and procedures and participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of incidents. This job will allow you to build a solid understanding of data center procedures, engage in collaboration across various teams as well as provide mentorship across data centers by sharing best practices.
Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I DCPM, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development for all employees and offers trainings and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.
Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 data centers in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.
With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our data center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.
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
  • Demonstrates cost efficiency.
  • Follow and adhere to safety and security policies and procedures. Report immediately any safety or security issues or concerns.
  • Perform troubleshooting for service incidents and escalates, as appropriate, to meet SLA/OLAs, with minimal disruption to the client/customer and business.
  • Recognize potential customer impact of other events and issues (e.g., customer lockdown), communicate potential impact, and plan for impact accordingly.
  • Proactively review schedules and avoid conflicts when possible. Identify, coordinate, manage expectations, and offer alternatives when defining customer solutions.
  • Manage relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure that all expectations are clarified, understood, documented, and met.
  • Suggest ways for reducing the risk of performing maintenance; work with others to accommodate scheduling needs.
  • In alignment with management priorities, hold self-accountable for the end-to-end service quality, completeness, and resulting customer experience (including but not limited to availability, safety, security, customer service).
  • Support escalation of issues to appropriate owner.
  • Embody our culture and values.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent AND 1+ years industry experience
    • OR 2+ years industry experience and college course work.

Background Check 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.
  • Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This position requires verification of citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or local United States government agency customers and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 2+ years' experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling).
  • Technical College degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • Applicable certifications: ASICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications, PMP, ITIL, CDCP.

Data Center Operations Management IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $84,400 - $168,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $118,800 - $186,600 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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 with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 100 datacenters and 1 million servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

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Computer and computer peripheral equipment and software wholesalers

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Redmond, WA, US

Year founded

1975

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