Introduction
The Corporate Communications team is a centralized function that sits within Corporate Affairs, leading top-tier media strategy, thought leadership engagement and events on behalf of IBM. Our primary objective is to advance business priorities and shift perception and increase brand relevancy among key audiences - all with a heavy focus on AI for business
Your role and responsibilities
In this role you will support external communications for IBM's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts. You will collaborate with colleagues, CSR leaders, subject matter experts, and outside partners, to advance our strategic priorities across STEM Education and Workforce Development, Volunteerism and Employee Engagement programs, and ESG.
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The ideal candidate will have their finger on the pulse of current global events and industry trends, coupled with a keen ability to connect those to IBM -- our business, our clients and the issues we care about -- in a way that drives highly relevant and compelling narratives. They are a creative thinker, who understands the evolving global media landscape and wants to explore innovative new ways to advance our communications objectives beyond traditional PR tactics (but including some of those too!). They will make, manage and maintain important external and internal relationships, finding new pathways for partnership and collaboration.
This is a role with high visibility both inside and outside of IBM. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with news judgement and an editorial mindset are a must. Strong project management and the ability to work effectively - with influence -- across multiple teams and projects within a large organization will also be crucial.
Required education
None
Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise
• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in public relations, communications and/or the media industry; Some experience in technology and/or CSR related fields strongly preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to effectively adapt tone and style for various audiences across multiple platforms and formats
• Experience pitching and managing media opportunities
• Experience working with C-Suite and senior level executives
• Experience with booking high profile conferences and speaking opportunities
Preferred technical and professional experience
• A fast-learner, with relentless curiosity and interest in a broad range of topics such as current events, emerging technologies, climate and sustainability, financial markets and services, social issues, etc.
• Self-motivated and proactive, highly organized and deadline-oriented; experience managing complex projects with minimal oversight
• A utility player with a roll-up-your-sleeves mentality, and the ability to transition and/or also support success across a wide range of assignments
• An entrepreneurial and creative mindset; always looking for the new and the next, open to big ideas and experimentation
• Knowledgeable about - or deeply interested in - IBM's past, present and future with an understanding of its evolving position in the enterprise technology industry, global business and society
YOUR LIFE @ IBM
In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.
Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.
Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.
Are you ready to be an IBMer?
ABOUT IBM
IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.
Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.
At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.
IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexualorientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability,neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is alsocommitted to compliance with all fair employment practices regardingcitizenship and immigration status.
OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS
IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:
- Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
- Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
- Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
- Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
- Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.
The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.