Communication Leader

Do you have a passion for communication?  

You see things a little differently. So do we! At IKEA, we believe that what you value is more important than what your CV says. We offer positions that will challenge your skills and let you grow. Come see things a little differently with us.

We are on the journey to transform our digital capabilities, bringing core business processes, people, data & technology together - an enabler for IKEA to become an even better home furnishing retailer in the future. A journey that needs passionate people who embrace change, dare to question and want to make a difference.

We are now looking for a business-oriented Communication leader to join the journey. You will play a vital role in enabling cross-functional movements that will impact how we long term operate IKEA. You will do that through transparent, inspiring and clear communication. Together with colleagues you will work with IKEA priorities such as e.g. product information management, customer facing communication and virtual product. If you want to be part of developing IKEA for the future – this is the role for you! 

As a Communication leader you act as a partner to leaders within Business functions and Data & Technology in Core business range, contributing to the Digital journey we are on. You will be part of a Communication team that has the assignment to work with priorities connected to Developing the offer. You will work cross-functional to enable transparent and inspiring communication across Inter IKEA, also very much contributing to better learning and understanding of how data & technology can enable business movements. 

You enjoy translating complexity into simplified messages – still with enough content to ensure stakeholders step by step get onboarded to the journey. As Communication leader you will together with colleagues: 
Develop transparent, inclusive and clear communication to enable the journey IKEA is on to transform its digital capabilities
Identify communication needs and key messages and develop communication plans and content to meet the short- and long-term needs. 
Coach and support leaders in communication matters and contribute with relevant content to various internal communication channels and meetings. 
Secure a transparent and sustainable information/communication flow throughout Inter IKEA and to the many stakeholders across the IKEA network as well as with external partners. 
Contribute to a shared Inter IKEA digital communication agenda and identify opportunities for alignment and development


Are you ready to make the world a little better, together?
We want to hear from you

Please send your application – CV and motivation letter in English – by April 18th 2022 Please note that we will be interviewing continuously, which means that we may close the application process earlier than stated if we find the right candidates.

If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Danell McDowell at danell.mcdowell@inter.ikea.com If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruiter, Marie Sandman on +46 768545309