IBM
Who we are
IBM is a leading technology and services organisation of nearly 400,000 highly skilled professionals working in 170 countries, helping to solve some of the world's biggest problems.
More about us
IBM has a long history of commitment to diversity and has consistently taken the lead on diversity policies long before it was required by law. A workplace that includes everyone and excludes no one. This means we create a safe environment where each individual is valued for the characteristics that make them unique.
IBM believes diversity is a no-brainer – it's the fuel of creativity and innovation, the key to attracting, retaining and motivating talented people, and a critical differentiator in today's business and workplace environment. As part of its diversity agenda, IBM proactively supports its lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender population, with a Diversity Council, executive sponsors and champions and an LGBT networking group.
IBM Diversity Council
The IBM Diversity councils are a global initiative and were created to increase the focus on diversity issues. Chaired by the country CEO, the council is made up of Executive Sponsors, Diversity Program Managers and Diversity Networking Group leads. Through the council, IBM’s intention is to ensure that its workforce represents an environment which visibly encourages and values the contributions and differences of employees from various backgrounds.
Diversity council objectives include:
- heightening employee awareness
- increasing management sensitivity, and
- encouraging the effective utilization of IBM's diverse workforce.
Diversity Networking Groups
Diversity Networking Groups consist of IBM employees who voluntarily come together with the ultimate goal of enhancing the success of IBM's business objectives by helping their members become more effective in the workplace through meeting and teaming, networking, mentoring and coaching, community outreach, planning and implementing social, cultural, and educational events, developing professional skills and enhancing recruitment and welcoming programs. We have six Diversity Networking Groups:
- EAGLE, Employee Alliance for Gay, Lesbian Empowerment,
- WIT - Women in Technology
- PwD Diversity Networking group
- Work Life Diversity Networking Group
- Cultural Diversity Networking Group
Learning and Development
IBM has invested in many career tools, resources, and processes for managers and employees professional development. Last year a new Career Development portal was launched which is a simple, easy-to-understand package of career development resources. Employees can plan their development, gain skills and experience, and track their progress. Manager support for employee development has been enhanced through specific workshops and programs and training sessions dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion and working cross culturally.
Who we’re looking for
At IBM, we’re striving to make the planet a smarter place. To do that we need diversity of thought. And that means diversity of people. Creative tension, opposing ideas, different outlooks. Unique backgrounds. These are the core ingredients of our competitive advantage. And by embracing this diversity at every turn, we’ve been recognised as a leader in the employment and advancement of women as well as people with a disability and gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender employees. More importantly though, we’re leveraging this competitive advantage to find solutions to the world’s biggest problems.
Join IBM and help us create a smarter planet. An inclusive, collaborative culture has been the key to our success so far. Make sure you are part of it to share in our successes to come.
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Being LGBT, working here
IBM’s Diversity and Inclusion policies have included references to sexual orientation for over 20 years. IBM was one of the very first companies to do this, and continues to lead the way by creating an atmosphere where LGBT employees are not just valued, but empowered to think freely and to be themselves. In this way, we enable our LGBT employees to fully contribute to the workplace and our clients.
In 2008, IBM won a Diversity@Works Award as Employer of Choice for GLBT Employees. This award recognises individuals, teams and organisations that encourage diversity and inclusion in their workplace.
EAGLE Diversity Networking Group
EAGLE is IBM's Employee Alliance for employees who are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender and their supporters. EAGLE promotes a safe and open working environment, both at IBM and in the community. EAGLE fosters a strong sense of community for GLBT employees for mentoring, social networking and support and encourages close links to external community groups, through volunteering their business skills and time to a wide variety of GLBT initiatives and programs.
Key Milestones
- 2000 GLBT Employee Diversity Networking Group established. IBM hosts its first Global Gay and Lesbian Leadership Conference.
- 2004 IBM incorporates the ‘interdependency provisions’ amendment added to the Australian Federal Superannuation Laws enabling access for same-sex couples.
- 2005 IBM EAGLE (Employee Alliance for Gay and Lesbian Equality) employee float in Sydney Mardi Gras.
- 2006 Joint partnership between IBM and the Sydney Star Observer to fight AIDS through community support of the IBM World Community Grid project. Support and sponsorship of the NSW GLBT business community Sydney Gay Lesbian Business Association Annual Dinner. 2008 Sponsors of the AP Outgames and Human Rights Conference
- 2008 IBM Australian Employer of Choice for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender – Winner of the inaugural Australian Diversity@Work GLBTI Award.
- 2007 - 2010 – IBM – Sponsors of the Midsumma Festival’s volunteers program.
- 2010 - IBM ranks #1 in the Stonewall Equality Index
- 2010 - IBM Scores 100% on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index
Quick Facts
Where we are
IBM has offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide, Perth, Auckland and Wellington. We operate in 170 countries globally.
What we do
IBMers value...
- Dedication to every client’s success.
- Innovation that matters – for our company and for the world.
- Trust and personal responsibility in all relationships.
IBM is a global technology and innovation company that stands for progress. With operations in over 170 countries, IBMers around the world invent and integrate hardware, software and services to help forward-thinking enterprises, institutions and people everywhere succeed in building a smarter planet.
With a 78 year history in Australia, IBM has been applying its expertise, global scope and creativity to help Australia compete in the global digital economy. We also lead the market in exporting $A592 million of software, services and human capital to the Asia Pacific region. Read more - http://www.ibm.com/ibm/au/en/
Opportunities
If you thrive on being challenged, and interacting with diverse people with unique perspectives, who are at the top of their game. You seek new opportunities, and embrace change. You should contact us http://www-07.ibm.com/employment/au/
Qualifications Required
Qualifications vary depending on the role and are specified at the time a job is advertised.
