Communication Business Partner (12 Month FTC)

Job title:

Communication Business Partner (12 Month FTC)

Company

IKEA

Job description

Communication Business Partner (12 Month FTC)“You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It’s the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.”LocationLondon (Wembley)Employment typeFull Time TemporaryDepartmentMarketing & CommunicationDeadline2025-03-14You already applied for this job.Candidate profile (text) – Default language Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many!We have ambitious expansion plans to make the IKEA brand more accessible to many more people across the UK and Ireland, and we’re looking for an experienced Communications professional to support us on this journey. In this 12-month role you will be the Communication lead across multiple expansion projects.You will:

• Develop and implement effective communication strategies to support new store openings and other expansion projects.
• Be the communication expert within the area of expansion, working closely with internal teams to gain an in-depth understanding of this business area to drive the effective delivery of communication initiatives.
• Lead all internal and external (PR and PA) communication projects within this area, bringing in necessary expertise and resources from the wider communication team, as needed.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE:

• Advanced training in Communication, Marketing or equivalent.
• At least 5 years experience in leading internal communications and PR projects.
• Working knowledge of Public Affairs and stakeholder relations.
• Skilled in both strategic and tactical communication.
• Effective leadership in times of change.
• Experience working with planning, development or property Communications preferable.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING DAY TO DAY:

• Be the go-to communication expert for your business area (Expansion), understanding the business goals to align communication with desired outcomes.
• Create communication plans that link activities to business outcomes.
• Deliver internal and external communication projects with a stakeholder-focused approach.
• Follow up and measure the outcomes of the communication initiatives, and their contribution to achieving desired business outcomes.
• Contribute to the wider Communication function strategic and tactical planning, and resource prioritisation.
• Participate in country on-duty phone

WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT HERE:

• Become a member of a team that is ambitious, supportive and values your contributions.
• Work in an environment that encourages innovation and growth.
• Contribute to shaping the future of IKEA.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:This position is full time, you will work 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday over a fixed term contract duration of 12 Months. The principal location is working a minimum of 8 days per calendar month in Service Office (Wembley) and the remainder working remotely at home.The role of Communication Business Partner (FTC 12 Months) has a starting salary of £45,000 with the full IKEA benefits package.To enable us to get to know you in the best way, we ask that you please include an up-to-date version of your CV with a cover letter.Advertising Closing Date: 14th March 2025Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a virtual interview with the hiring team.1st Stage Interviews will take place from: 7th March to the 14th March 2025
Grandparent Interview will take place on 19th March 2025If you have any questions regarding the role or around the recruitment experience, please contact Cheryl Craig.
Our co-workers bring ideas and skills to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs. Read more about the wonderful IKEA every day here: Good reasons to become one of our co-workers – IKEAWE CARE FOR THE PEOPLEIt takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us and be valued in the workplace.Why you will love usFrom the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers.At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together.Our vision, “to create a better everyday life for the many people” inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA.What we all have in common

• Living our values
• Being your unique self, while respecting and including others
• A passion for home furnishing
• Performing & delivering while learning & developing
• Having fun!

Expected salary

£45000 per year

Location

Wembley, Greater London – London

Job date

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 05:14:45 GMT

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