Safety & Security Leader

You see things a little differently. So do at IKEA is simple clear and humble. Were not fans of bureaucracy and complicated believe that what you value is more important than what your CV says.Come see things a little differently with us. 

Stepping into this senior leadership role you will take responsibility for the Safety and Security standards that guide our franchisees across the world under our franchisee code of conduct program IConduct. You will play a crucial role in supporting our franchisees by providing insights and advice and ensuring our safety and security program suits the IKEAs business today and is fit for the future. Your responsibilities span the scope of our support to retailers you will guide and review safety and security planning for new and existing operations and most importantly build competence across the IKEA franchise system.

As a member of our Group Safety and Security team you will also share your leadership and competence to drive improvements across our internal Inter IKEA safety and security program.

You have the opportunity to co-develop and design an innovative safety and security program challenge and improve existing ways of working and actively contribute to our journey of creating a better everyday life for the many people.

Above all you have an opportunity to work with great people and you yourself believe that collaborators win. You know that by building strong relationships with our franchisees and internal teams you can best contribute to a successful IKEA. 

About you

You are a result-oriented and hands-on professional with a strong background across safety and security and specialisation in safety security or fire protection. You are capable of developing usable and easily understandable standards and methodologies based on best practice while at the same time addressing the actual risk identified in an appropriate way. 

You have a deep understanding of the retail side of the IKEA value chain and its supporting structures our safety and security governance and steering documents and a good understanding related to the design constructions and operations of safety and security systems. (Or can demonstrate equivalent from a similar organisation). 

You are humble straight forward and curious. You are driven by content and at the same time you value good relationships highly. You possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal enabling you to articulate complex issues in a structured and comprehensive yet simple way. 

You love to learn and develop together. As a team player you enjoy discovering new ways to enhance your own skills and knowledge as well as those of others around you. You like to share your knowledge and learnings and by doing so coach your fellow safety and security professionals. 

You like to get to the bottom of things. As a critical thinker you dont mind asking probing questions if it helps to achieve the right outcome. You do not overlook the essential aspects of safety and security yet you adopt a pragmatic and effective approach. 

You are a down-to-earth leader who enjoys leading developing and inspiring people to achieve results and build trustworthy relationships. You thrive in a dynamic international setting and are open to occasional. You adapt easily and feel comfortable managing multiple assignments concurrently. 

Apart from that the following knowledge skills and experiences would be valuable: 

• Experience in leading assignments and leading through others in an international and culturally diverse work environment
• In-depthexperience implementing and developing systematic Safety and Security programs
• At least ten years of proven track record in one or more of the following fields: safety security or fire protection
• Proficiency in English language with capability to communicate effectively with non-native speakers
• Tactical mind that allows you to break down complex information organise it present it in a clear and engaging wayand influence decision makers
• Ability to foster collaboration and establish long-lasting trusting stakeholder relationships across all levels
• A university degree and preferably a postgraduate qualification in areas related to the position or comparable equivalent.  

Additional Information :

You will work in a small dedicated and energetic team having fun while delivering high quality output. This role is full-time (40 hours per week) and ideally you will be based in Delft the role may require some travel sits in Risk & Compliance of IISBV and reports to the Safety and Security Manager.

Ready to assemble your next step  
Submit your CV and let us know why you would be a good fit by 22nd of June 2026.

Please also note that we only handle applications in English and do not accept applications coming in by case you have any questions about the role please reach out to Danny Nugent (Safety and Security Manager) via. 

At IKEA we are looking for people who believe everyone deserves a seat at the table. Youre welcome no matter where you come from what you believe and what you look like. We dont even care how you have furnished your home. Were interested in you simply because youre you. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. We believe that peoples different perspectives backgrounds and personalities make us better at understanding our customers dreams and needs. At IKEA were all on the same project. 

If you have a special need that requires accommodation in the recruitment process just let us know. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time