HR Specialist, IKEA Damansara

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

• Support the function using the HR framework to attract and retain people
• Support for internal stakeholders and employees directly on relevant HR related questions and interventions
• Support in HR related administrative and operational duties
• Participate and continuous improvement of HR processes in maintaining standard operating procedures and ensuring policies are up to date
• Ensure that the store uses HR data to enable better management of all human resource related processes
• Facilitate clear and effective communication across the organization, including company-wide announcements and regular check-ins
• Contribute to fostering a positive work culture and maintaining high levels of employee morale and satisfaction
• Administer the HRIS (Human Resources Information System) by entering and updating employee data and generating reports
• Contribute to fostering a culture of employee engagement and motivation through effective leadership and HR practices
• Support the store functions and ensure goals, actions are identified, communicated and followed up

• Good understanding of the IKEA culture & values.
• Experience in HR function especially recruitment, compensation and benefits.
• Minimum 3 years working experience in a similar capacity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
• Able to work in fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of SAP Success Factors & Workforce Dimensions is an added advantage.
• A considered decision-maker with the ability to influence management colleagues.
• Ability to create a win-win situation when handling conflict situations.
• Able to work on weekend and public holidays (if needed)

Important Note:
You are invited to the Life at Home journey with IKEA. Click >>here* to begin your journey. Kindly note that your job application will be processed when you complete the assignment. 

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Working with us has its rewards

Wherever you work within IKEA Southeast Asia, you enjoy a wide range of benefits. Here are just some of them:

IKEA discounts

Co-workers are our most values customers and are entitled to a 15% discount on any home furnishings and food sold in our stores, from the first day of work.

Flexi benefits

We offer flexi benefits to cater our co-workers who are in different life stages with differing benefits needs. Within an annual Flexible Spending Account, co-workers can claim against dental, optical, fitness memberships or classes, vaccination or immunisation, non-insured outpatient medical expenses, health screenings, health supplements, IKEA purchases, health aid & equipment and mental health.

Maternity and paternity leave

We give mother four consecutive months of maternity leave and father receives four weeks of paid time off after a baby has arrived to help share the joys – and responsible – at home.

Gifts

We enjoy special occasions together and give tokens to mark birthdays, marriage, the arrival of a baby. We reward loyalty through our Long Service Awards/

Work environment

As home furnish experts, we take pride in providing inspiring workplaces that showcase IKEA products and create a relaxed, open atmosphere where we work side by side.

Incentive plan

All co-workers may earn an annual financial reward when we meet our shared business objectives.

Free Parking

All co-workers are given free parking.

Please apply by 25 January 2026.