Co-worker Communication Leader-80-100%

Who you are

As a Co-worker Communication Leader, you will be responsible for the market Co-worker communication strategy. You will contribute to the purpose of the function by leading, steering and ensuring the implementation of the strategy for Co-worker communication - in line with the IKEA values.
To do so:
• You have a higher education (BA/MA) or further education in Communications.
• You have a minimum of 6 years of internal communication experience and/or public relations.
• You have the ability to inspire people verbally, visually and in writing.
• You have strong communication skills (spoken and written) in English and in German. Preferably you also speak the other official Swiss languages (French, Italian).
• You have a passion for communicating in multiple languages.
• You have experience in leading, planning and developing strategic internal communication activities that create engagement and identity.
• You have experience with crisis and change communication.
• You have experience in leading agencies.
• You have a great interest in and knowledge of the topic of sustainability and want to help make a sustainable life possible for the many people.
• You have a passion for home furnishings and IKEA products.
• You enjoy planning and executing an event.
• You are a creative, independent and reliable person who likes to work in a team.
• You are proactive, solution-oriented, quick-thinking and motivated.
• You are self-confident and you communicate confidently and at eye level with internal stakeholders.

Your responsibilities

• Developing, leading and implementing the country co-worker communication strategy and securing the communication process by defining, planning, executing and following up in line with the global communication strategy.
• Being responsible for the development and delivery of the market Co-worker communication agenda, content and channels.
• Implementing global standards and guidelines on Co-worker communication and making it market relevant.
• Being a direct contact and support for communication needs and advising/coaching on effective communication.
• Being a coach and sparring partner to managers when it comes to co-worker’s communication.

Our team within Ikea

Our team is the voice of IKEA. We use words, pictures and videos to tell the story about IKEA, to build our brand and inspire people with our offer. We bounce ideas back and forth, we challenge each other and we are crazy passionate about communication. Of course we’re also the ones who make sure to keep all our fellow co-workers informed, engaged and connected in a constantly changing business environment.







Please submit your application online and make sure to include your CV, motivation letter and any other relevant documents. Unfortunately, paper applications cannot be taken into consideration.
Following a first selection, successful candidates will be invited to a phone or video interview. After this step, we will invite selected applicants to a face-to-face interview with the line manager and possibly other stakeholders. A trial day, where you can get to know your team and get a better insight into your potential future workplace, may also be part of your application experience.
We are reviewing the applications continuously and will close this position as soon as we find the right candidate so please apply as soon as you can.
If you are successful and receive an offer for this position, you will be required to submit your police record prior to receiving a contract.