Media Relations Professional

Introduction
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Your Role and Responsibilities
The Corporate Communications team is a centralized function that leads top-tier media strategy, thought leadership and events for IBM, as well as efforts on behalf of organization-wide functions such as finance, CSR, and workforce, and key initiatives including Think.

In this role you will partner with colleagues, executive leadership, outside agencies and stakeholders to drive a comprehensive Corporate Communications strategy and expand awareness of IBM, with a focus on the San Francisco market. This includes a range of activity spanning media relations, executive communication, thought leadership, message development, events, and more — all with a heavy focus on AI for Business.

The ideal candidate will have their finger on the pulse of tech industry and global trends, coupled with a keen ability to connect those to IBM - our business, our clients and the issues we care about. They are a utility player, with proven experience developing and executing multi-platform communications plans. They have established relationships in the San Francisco Bay-area, and are always on the lookout for new and creative opportunities that will expand IBM's influence beyond our endemic audiences.

This is a role with high visibility both inside and outside of IBM.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Minimum of 9 years relevant experience in public relations, communications and/or the media industry; Experience in enterprise tech PR - or tech adjacent roles - strongly preferred.
• Experience developing and executing comprehensive, multi-platform communications strategies.
• Strong track record of securing and managing media placements across a wide variety of print, digital and broadcast outlets.
• Proven ability to make, manage and maintain relationships with media.
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to effectively adapt tone and style for various audiences across multiple platforms and formats.
• Experience working with C-Suite and senior level executives.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• A fast-learner, with relentless curiosity and interest in a broad range of topics such as current events and cultural moments, emerging technologies, financial markets, sustainability, etc.
• A nimble, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality; the ability to transition and/or also support success across a wide range of assignments.
• Self-motivated and proactive, highly organized and deadline-oriented; experience managing complex projects with minimal oversight
• 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.

About Business UnitIBM Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) team represents a variety of functions such as marketing, finance, legal, operations, HR, and more, all working together to solve some of the world's most complex problems, help our clients achieve success and build collaborative work environments for IBMers.

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Location StatementIBM 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), cash balance pension plan, 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

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.

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.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Being You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.