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External Relations Professional

IBM

IBM

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Posted on Feb 25, 2026
Introduction

At IBM, we believe technology shapes the world. We’re a catalyst for that innovation. We’re driving change that improves businesses, society, and the human experience. Our Marketing, Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility (MCC) team tells this story. We shape IBM’s brand, capture attention in the market, and share our perspective with clients, partners, the media, and fellow IBMers. On our team, you’ll work with bright, collaborative minds who bring passion and creativity to everything they do. You’ll be part of a culture built on openness, trust, and teamwork. Where your ideas matter and your growth is supported. Join us, and help bring innovation to life.

Your role and responsibilities

The Corporate Affairs team in India / South Asia (ISA) drives broad, cross-company reputation and positioning initiatives and brings together complimentary functions that shape perceptions of the company and speak to specific audiences: top tier reporters & journalists, and current or potential clients and IBMers. As part of IBM’s Corporate Affairs team in India/South Asia, you will help shape and protect IBM’s reputation through compelling, consistent, and strategic external communications. You’ll work closely with media, influencers, and internal teams to bring IBM’s innovation stories to life—demonstrating how our technology and expertise create impact for clients, industries, and society.

You’ll play a key role in driving awareness of IBM’s strategic priorities, supporting business growth, and reinforcing our leadership in the tech industry.

Required education
Master's Degree
Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise

* Experience in a creative communications role, with proven success in executive communications
* Strong writing and storytelling ability with a passion for bringing together various messages, often weaving together multiple areas of the company
* Ability to analyze data to drive decision making and underpin continuous improvement efforts
* Curious learner who quickly develops an understanding of a wide range of subjects, and understands and applies feedback
* Growth minded and willing to adjust ways of working and communication approaches to meet the objective at hand
* Collaborative team player who is enthusiastic about partnering across teams inside and outside of Corporate Affairs.

Preferred technical and professional experience

* Strong experience in PR or corporate communications (5-7 years), preferably in the tech sector.
* Proven media relations skills and a network of journalist and influencer contacts.
* Excellent writing and storytelling ability—able to simplify complex topics and tailor messaging for different audiences.
* Strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and high-visibility projects.
* Comfort working in fast-paced, evolving environments with a collaborative, problem-solving attitude.
* Proficiency in social media, digital platforms, and influencer engagement.
* A curious learner with a growth mindset and strong stakeholder management skills.

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 500 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 qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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