Selection Specialist

IBM
IBM

Posted on Nov 6, 2026
Introduction

At IBM Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) and Other Functions, diverse teams such as marketing, finance, legal, operations, HR, and more work together to keep IBM moving forward. These functions play a vital role in solving complex challenges, supporting our clients' success, and creating collaborative environments for IBMers worldwide. Working in CHQ and Other Functions means contributing your expertise to a global network that values teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation. You'll have opportunities to grow your career while helping IBM operate with excellence and scale its impact across industries. With a culture that emphasizes learning, inclusivity, and career development, IBM offers the platform to apply your skills where they matter most. At the heart of our business.

Your role and responsibilities

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Selection Specialist (Recruiter) with experience to manage end-to-end hiring activities. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, a good understanding of recruitment processes, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage end-to-end recruitment: sourcing, screening, shortlisting, interviews, selection, and onboarding.
* Source candidates through Job Portals (Naukri, LinkedIn, Indeed), social media, employee referrals, and internal databases.
* Conduct initial screening calls to assess candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit.
* Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
* Maintain and update ATS/HR systems
* Ensure timely communication with candidates throughout the hiring lifecycle.
* Build a strong candidate pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
* Support bulk/volume hiring when required

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

* 2-4 years of experience in IT recruitment
* Proven understanding of technical skill, sourcing strategies, and recruitment tools.
* Familiarity with & Utilization of ATS applications
* Proven communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Basic understanding of HR practices, hiring metrics, and market trends.
* Proficiency in MS Office

Preferred technical and professional experience
* Cross skill sourcing Knowledge
* Exposure in Bulk hiring, virtual Interview drive, and event-based hiring is a plus.
Years of Experience:
2 - 4

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