People & Culture Generalist | HR Business Partner | Retail Concept

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Retail Concept is assigned to protect expand and develop the IKEA Concept and the IKEA Brand in existing and new markets. This includes sharing IKEA knowledge and learning across the Franchise System. Additionally we also work with the development of solutions that will ensure a unique and successful meeting with existing and new IKEA customers. 

About the role 
As a People & Culture Generalist at Inter IKEA youll contribute on both tactical and operational fronts collaborating closely with the People & Culture Leader. Youll support the organization in every People & Culture aspectfrom welcoming new coworkers to guiding them through their entire journey with us until they move on to new adventures. 

About the responsibilities 
Together with the People & Culture Leader and Managers in your business area youll partner to attract and nurture the right talents through a thoughtful recruitment process aligned with IKEA values. Youll collaborate with our recruiting managers to ensure a welcoming onboarding process that embraces new colleagues warmly. 

Youre instrumental in developing applying and refining People & Culture processes and practices providing genuine support to coworkers managers and other stakeholders. Your guidance is vital in change management working alongside People & Culture Leaders and business figures to navigate transformations seamlessly. 

A key aspect is to offer friendly guidance in areas like coaching reintegration working conditions and legal matters supporting all People & Culture processes within your unit in coordination with relevant business leaders. 

About you 

You possess outstanding HR partnering skills to support us forward in bringing about the very best people outcomes. You do this naturally through coaching supporting and constructively challenging managers on people processes and day-to-day people topics.

Communication is your strengthtransparent simple and straightforwardenabling you to share open constructive feedback as a trusted sounding board on all people-related matters ensuring balanced and well-grounded value-based people decision-making.

You can demonstrate extensive expertise as an HR Business Partner showcasing skills in driving organizational change through effective coaching and collaboration with business leaders. You can coordinate and align people topics across two sites acting as the main point of contact for managers from P&C and safeguarding consistency in approach and execution of the people plan and people year cycle.

With your background and experience as a People & Culture Generalist you possess insights into Swedish labour law international recruitment and skill development Dutch labour law is a plus!

Being passionate about people you are dedicated to fostering a supportive welcoming environment where coworkers can truly be themselves. You thrive in dynamic and multi-dimensional settings comfortably balancing tactical and operational tasksall while embodying the IKEA values and nurturing business through people. 

Provide guidance and support across the entire spectrum of HR processes (AZ) such as attracting hiring onboarding performance management talent flow competence development P&C policies and exit to secure a seamless co-worker journey and experience.

You achieve goals take action responsibly and prioritize effectively. Independent in your work you also recognize the value of collaboration knowing when to reach out for guidance or invite others in. 

About us

We foster an open environment where experimenting trying new approaches and asking What if... is encouraged. We offer opportunities for personal and career growth globally. 

Were on a transformative journey to better meet our customers needs and fortify IKEAs franchise legacy. This involves synthesizing processes people data and technologya catalyst for IKEA to become an even better home furnishing retailer. Were looking for passionate individuals who welcome change and dare to make a difference. Does this sound like you If so we invite you to join us on this shared adventure. 

Additional Information :

This full-time role is based in Malmö within the People and Culture domain reporting to the P&C Manager. For more details feel warmly invited to connect with Chris Ellis (). We spend the majority of our time in the office.

At IKEA we believe in inclusivity. No matter your background beliefs or how your home is styled your uniqueness is welcome here. Even if not all criteria are fulfilled we encourage you to reach out. Embracing diverse perspectives enhances our understanding of customer dreams. Here at IKEA were all part of the same vision. 

Should you need accommodations during recruitment let us know.  

Interested Share your CV and tell us why you believe youre a great fit for the role in English by 10 November 2025.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time