Case Study: Microsoft uncovers hidden talent and reduces relocation and compensation costs with LinkedIn Talent Solutions

Microsoft uncovers hidden talent ecosystems

Microsoft needed cybersecurity professionals for its Redmond headquarters but faced a limited local candidate pool. A Research Program Manager on the Talent Intelligence team used LinkedIn Talent Insights to test the hypothesis that untapped talent existed elsewhere and recommended an alternative office location with stronger supply.

By reallocating headcount to a city with an existing Microsoft office, the team was able to hire where candidates already live, avoiding relocation and extra compensation costs. Leadership approved the data-driven strategy, accelerating hiring, saving time and money, and boosting the team’s credibility as trusted advisors.

Microsoft

Nick Brooks

Research Program Manager, Talent Intelligence