Candidate Lifecycle Exp. Specialist (Fixed-Term)

Location: 8 Rockwell, Makati

Work Schedule: earliest 9 am-6 pm, latest 1 pm – 10 pm; Hybrid arrangement with at least 3 days onsite

Reports To: Sr Team Leader People Lifecycle Experience

Employment Type: Fixed term for 6 months

Be a part of a revolutionary change

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’re transforming our business and building a future on one bold purpose: to deliver a smoke-free future. This transformation brings exciting opportunities—and we want you to be part of it.

Join PMI as a Candidate Lifecycle Experience Specialist – Shape a Smoke-Free Future!

We are seeking a detail-oriented and candidate-focused Pre-Employment Screening (PES) Specialist to support the candidate journey prior to joining PMI. This role works closely with market Talent Acquisition teams and external vendors to ensure a smooth and compliant pre-boarding experience through effective background check coordination and analysis.

What Your Day Looks Like

Candidate Screening:

Screen candidate applications in the system.

Coordinate with recruiters as needed.

Candidate Support & Coordination:

Serve as a point of contact for candidates during the background verification phase.

Share background check results conducted by external vendors with relevant stakeholders.

Follow up with candidates to ensure timely and complete submission of background check requirements.

Background Check Analysis:

Review and analyze vendor-provided background check results.

Provide internal PES recommendations based on PMI’s policies and standards.

Escalate discrepancies or concerns to appropriate stakeholders.

Quality Assurance & Auditing:

Conduct regular audits to ensure consistency and accuracy of vendor background check reports.

Identify trends or issues and recommend process improvements.

Data Management & Reporting:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in recruitment systems and tools.

Track candidate progress and generate reports to support HR and market teams.

Provide data-driven insights to inform onboarding decisions.

Service Excellence:

Consistently meet or exceed service level agreements (SLAs).

Ensure a positive candidate experience aligned with PMI’s values and standards.

Who We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.


• 2-3 years of experience in recruitment operations, background screening, or HR compliance preferred.


• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Proficiency in HR systems, preferably in SuccessFactors


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer

Our success depends on the men and women who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.

• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.

• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.

• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to deliver a smoke-free future

• Additionally, our competitive Compensation & Benefits package includes:

• Guaranteed 14th Month Pay: Enjoy an extra month of salary every year (pro-rated).


• Comprehensive HMO Coverage: Health insurance for you and your qualified dependents.


• Annual Medical Reimbursement: Receive up to PhP 10,000 for medical expenses (pro-rated).

Philip Morris International is certified globally by both the Top Employer Institute and the Equal Salary Foundation