IBM Consulting EMEA HR Partner Support Review

My responsibilities included organising team meetings with EMEA stakeholders, and generating weekly Hiring & Checkpoint reports, Low Performance and Scorecards metrics for both Growth Platforms (BTS & HCS) and each EMEA market. On a monthly basis, I delivered the BTS/HCS HR BUR deck, involving 7 different stakeholders in the process. As part of my role, I was also involved in various projects such as building a Diversity Pyramid for BTS & HCS in EMEA.

Through various e-learning resources and practical experiences, I have acquired proficient hard skills, particularly in Microsoft applications like Excel and PowerPoint. Additionally, I have dedicated myself to enhancing essential soft skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, fostering curiosity, and nurturing a sense of community building.

During my placement, I found myself in a position of trust, handling various tasks that entailed working with highly sensitive data and presenting it to senior stakeholders.

My experience at IBM was a mix of highs and lows. During the initial six months, I received exceptional support, which greatly contributed to my growth and development. However, due to certain changes, the support I had previously enjoyed seemed to diminish in the latter half of my tenure. Consequently, I often found myself uncertain about the best course of action and struggling to connect with my managers for guidance and assignments, but unfortunately, my efforts went unheard. This lack of support significantly impacted my overall experience at IBM.

The company culture was fantastic! I was consistently surrounded by individuals who were not only eager to assist me but also exceptionally patient in guiding me, considering my newness to the team. Throughout my time there, the team consistently encouraged me to explore various opportunities and entrusted me with ownership of certain projects, providing unwavering support throughout my journey.

Overall, I firmly believe that my placement year at IBM was an exceptional experience. It was a period filled with numerous avenues for engagement, learning, and professional growth. IBM, as a company, went above and beyond to create an environment where employees like myself could thrive.

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I would highly recommend being proactive in seeking out opportunities to learn and grow beyond the scope of your assigned role while simultaneously immersing yourself in your designated responsibilities. IBM offers an abundance of avenues for its employees to engage, learn, and make a meaningful impact within the company and the broader community. However, it is incumbent upon each individual employee to actively pursue these opportunities.