HR Business Development Coordinator Review

I have been working within IBM consulting for the UKI and Nordics HR Business Development team, responsible for handling talent aspects including employment legislation such as TUPE as well as IBM specific policies/processes. I assist engagement and transition managers with acquisitions, divestures, outsources and integrations, as well as owning onboarding/offboarding activities. Depending on what stage the deal is at, my daily tasks consist of; taking minutes in consultations, issuing transfer letters, assisting employees with onboarding documentation, collecting employee data using Workday and DMS, sending communications via the department Task ID and conducting Proof of Eligibility checks. These all involve working with colleagues globally as well as directly with external clients. I also interact with other HR divisions such as immigration and compensation, helping develop my broader knowledge of HR.

I have become proficient in software including Kenexa BrassRing, Workday, DMS, Microsoft Applications eg Excel. I have been able to expand upon my communication skills, networking, client etiquette, prioritisation, and many more.

I have been given a huge amount of responsibility in the role. I feel that I have been an integral part of the team. I have had a great amount of exposure in the role and have been able to learn and gain a lot from the experience.

I had support from both within my team and outside and from university. I had multiple mentors within the company too. This was a great support and I never felt alone.

Everyone has been so willing to help and I have been able to gain detailed insight into their careers at IBM and their current roles via networking.

Thoroughly, I would highly recommend the placement and I am hoping to come back as a graduate in the consulting side of IBM. It has an endless amount of opportunities and exposure.

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