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So, what does IBM do?
IBM is the world’s largest information technology company with annual revenues of $91 billion and approximately 330,000 employees in 75 countries, serving clients in 174 countries. Around 20,000 are based in the UK. IBM applies its considerable insight on challenges, processes and operations across a variety of industries, and invents and applies technology to help its clients deliver business value by becoming more efficient and competitive through the use of business insight and IT solutions. IBM is the world leader in IT services and consulting. It is also the world leader in server sales and leads in supercomputers; IBM is the world’s second largest software business and the market leader in information management software.
The career opportunities within our business are endless...
Samuel J. Palmisano, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, says: “In my view, the defining value that IBM has provided over the years has been the way we think. Today, as in the past, when people turn to our company, I believe they are looking for how IBMers approach problems, as well as for the types of problems we choose to approach.” This ethos is underpinned by the IBM values…
Dedication to Every Client's Success
Innovation that Matters — for our Company and the World
Trust and Personal Responsibility in all Relationships
And why should you join us?
IBM UK’s employees work in high energy, passionate and successful teams, generating a flourishing and friendly community in which to work and develop, both professionally and personally. Diversity and inclusion underpin the very DNA of the corporation, and every employee is valued for the integral role they contribute.
“We believe our success depends on maximising the talent of our key resource – our employees”
Every day provides a wealth of opportunities and new experiences at IBM. The opportunities for advancement and promotion within our meritocratic organisation are boundless, and the rewards are competitive. The benefits package constitutes the most extensive that a company can provide. IBM’s award-winning flexible benefits scheme helps meet the aspirations of individuals at different times in their careers (IBM won the Most Effective Overall Benefits Strategy Award in the Employer Category of the 2007 Employee Rewards & Benefits Magazine Awards). Rather than accept a one-size-fits-all package, employees can tailor aspects of individual benefits, such as pension, private health care or vacation days to suit their personal circumstances. IBM continues to stay ahead of UK legislation in areas such as same-sex pension benefits, flexible working policies and paternity leave.
IBM firmly believes in fostering its employees’ potential. In the UK, $20m alone is invested in training the workforce to ensure that employees continually update their skills and expertise, so they can go on to achieve their highest career development aspirations. The personal and professional learning and development of our employees never stands still.
“We value our employees for the value they provide – not the time spent in the office”
The way we work at IBM reflects the core values of innovation, dedication to every client’s success and trust and personal responsibility in all relationships. A superb work-life balance, with 60% of UK workers eligible to work from home, is a very big differentiator for IBM. Flexible working options include job-sharing, term-time working, compressed hours and sabbaticals. This enables male and female employees of all ages and levels of seniority to be considered for changes to their working pattern to suit their life needs, together with the needs of the business.
What makes IBM special?
All of the above and more, in fact so much more. Business for IBM doesn’t start, or end, in the office. We recognise the wider sphere in which we live and work, and strive to make our impact an extremely positive one. In 2006 IBM contributed around $152.1 million in cash, equipment and technical services to non-profit organisations and educational institutions. IBM employees also provide professional help through volunteering, by supporting schools, community groups and charities. Employees’ enthusiasm to get involved is one of the reasons IBM is such a distinctive company.
IBM’s investment in the future is also manifested in its pioneering of a range of environmental programmes from pollution prevention, waste recycling and water conservation to climate protection and product stewardship.
“We innovate for tomorrow, not just today”
So, are you interested in joining us?
If you think you’d like to join IBM, then we’d love to hear from you. IBM offers a wide range of both business and technical career paths…the possibilities are endless. Click here to visit the recruitment website and find out more.
Innovative thinking…IBM
