External Graphic Designer at Ikano-Retail

Company Description

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, México, Philippines 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.

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

I use the IKEA business priorities, knowledge of our range, graphic design and design and style trends, my national market, competition and my customers’ living situations to drive and develop solutions now and in the future in my country and in all 2D media. I inspire through the store teams and functions to achieve communication and style excellence, sales growth and profitability. I contribute to the business development regionally using my specialist commination design knowledge.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB:

• Work with all functions in the Inspiration and Communication department, Selling department and Stores to design and produce integrated asset in all media ‘Home to home’.

• Lead the process of creating and producing communication that conveys the benefits of the IKEA Concept, recommended graphic principles, regulations and national directions. All in the IKEA style and tone of voice.

• Actively support the development and execution of the commercial action plans with communication initiatives that are focused on growing the business and supporting long-term profitability.

• Coach and support internal team members and external agencies in securing high standards of visual balance and consistency, quality and simplicity, cost-efficiency and sustainability in producing and implementing all communication. Responsible for having and sharing deep knowledge and competence about IKEA communication.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge about home furnishing, graphic communication and retail design trends to generate creative directions that inspire and surprise consumers through the IKEA visual identity.

• Support the planning, project management and layout production and artwork of all marketing functions and publications (including Advertising asset, Digital, Social Media, FAMILY and PR kits).

• Contribute to Commercial Activities input and assume responsibility for other marketing and graphic tasks and projects as they occur.

• Ensure all IKEA publications reflect the IKEA values and adhere to IKEA trademark and copyright concept manual and proof read all publications to ensure accuracy, consistency and clarity.

Qualifications

Motivation

• Highly self-motivated with a passion for design, communication Graphic design in all media.

• Continually looking for ways to improve the business & people together.

• Strong communication appetite that inspires others to act in the same way.

• Highly collaborative with a strong sense of ‘togetherness’ to achieve the goal.

• Inspirational in how you communicate and engage others in your work.

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of communicating to your customers in your Country.

• Excellent design, communication Graphic design in all media.

• Home furnishing communication skills.

• Deep understanding of the business drivers and ability to engage others in your plans.

• Strong ability to use Creative Suite and current Web editing tools to communicate and demonstrate ideas and solutions.

• Proven track record in achieving or exceeding goals as part of a team.

• Budgetary experience – evaluate, monitor, follow-up and adjust as needed.

• Knowledge of the market and how it is affected by Global market & macro trends.

• Previous experience in a creative role in IKEA.

Capabilities

• To support and challenge the communication agenda for your country.

• To develop tactical plans, set budgets and follow-up on goals with agility as needed.

• Ability to prioritise and organise my work and influence/guide the work of Com&In and Marketing teams to be efficient.

• Ability to engage the receiver and create passion for your plans.

• Ability to influence your peers and matrix partners.

• To be able to analyse the performance of communication solutions and take actions to, as needed, optimise performance.

• To develop strong collaborations across the Ikano Retail.

• To communicate your plans in a clear, simple and engaging way.

• Clear problem-solving capabilities and an agile approach in challenging situations.

Additional Information

Please apply by March 17th 2026