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  • Croydon, United Kingdom
  • People & HR

Job Description

  • Job ID: 361866

  • Date posted: 21/08/2026



    • IKEA Croydon are looking to welcome a People & Culture Business Partner on a fixed term basis for 12 months.

    Step into a dynamic and collaborative on-site role at IKEA Croydon as a trusted People & Culture Business Partner, where you will directly influence our store's success by aligning business goals with everyday coworker growth, onboarding, and engagement. As a People & Culture Business Partner, you will champion talent development, performance coaching, and fair coworker relations to foster a thriving, high-performing culture on the shop floor.


    WHAT WE OFFER

    • The Start Date of employment will be October 2026.
    • Starting salary of £36,000 per annum, based on competence and experience.
    • 39 Hours working 5 days per week including alternate weekends per month.
    • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.


    WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

    Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

    • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
    • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
    • ​iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal​.
    • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks​.

    ..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/


    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

    • Relevant experience in People and Culture within the retail or a related sector
    • Relevant University degree or CIPD qualification is beneficial but not essential.
    • Experience of the following is beneficial:
    - Coaching and advising store-level line managers to confidently navigate people processes and lead their teams effectively.
    - Performance Management
    - Policy Management
    - Employee Relations Case Management
    • Proven ability to prioritise and organise your workload in order to make the most efficient use of available time and meet agreed goals and deadlines.
    • Confidence to express ideas and opinions effectively through clear communication to influence and build effective relationships across all levels.
    • You have effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities, particularly when faced with operational challenges.


    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

    • Collaborating with stakeholders to implement a comprehensive range of People and Culture (P&C) solutions and activities.
    • Representing people and culture in the development of strategic and business plans by providing relevant subject matter expertise.
    • Collaborating with stakeholders to co-ordinate performance reviews and onboarding and off boarding activities.
    • Participates and represents P&C in strategic business plan development and ongoing business decisions and implementing people approaches and all aspects of the people within the respective unit.
    • Responsible for ensuring that the talent and succession goals and performance management for the assigned business areas are being consciously achieved, providing advice and expertise to line managers to secure a quality and timely process.
    • Implement a common way of handling Co-worker relations issues, delivering consistency and fairness in all our processes, and actively performing an analysis of root causes in coordination with your Unit P&C Manager.
    • Manage involuntary and voluntary exits for co-workers based on guidelines and any legal requirements.
    • Participate in performance reviews and calibration sessions and PIP programs as needed.
    • Prepare report on industry trends and other data for key positions conversation with business and for Talent for Growth conversations.
    • This role will be based from IKEA Croydon, and requires presence in the store for full-time hours.


    WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

    It 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 feel valued in the workplace.

    Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many


    RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

    Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

    • Please attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
    • Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview.

    We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

    For any advice or support, email beth.crombie@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!












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