Description
At IKEA, it is so much more than a job.
We at IKEA Cardiff are looking to welcome a new Graphic Communication Leader to our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity and you'll be joining a passionate team.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Permanent, full-time contract working 39 hours a week (5 days in 7).
- Flexibility on availability to be discussed during interviews.
- We operate 7 days a week and so availability to work during the day, evenings, and occasional weekends is essential.
- Given the nature of this role, which will involve leading on graphic communications for the store, availability to work early mornings before store opening times (from 07:00am) and, occasionally, evening and night shifts (from 17:00pm) will be required.
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% co-worker discount and access to I-Benefits Discount Portal, helping you save £100s on high street retailers.
- Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal.
- X3 Life Assurance enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans.
- Family friendly policies AND benefits.
- Commitment to your development throughout your IKEA career, starting on your first day.
- Free parking and you can also enjoy a free hot or cold meal option every shift!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- You have experience of working in a graphic communications team, an advertising agency or retail design studio.
- You enjoy taking responsibility and acting as an inspiring and motivating leader.
- You have an education in graphic communication design, media and/or typography, or are actively working towards this.
- An education or relevant job experience in graphic design, media, typography.
- Apple Mac proficiency is required for this role.
- Adobe Creative suite - especially illustrator and in design.
- Practical approach to designing and installing graphics.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Pre-press production and print techniques.
- Visual competence with a keen eye for aesthetics.
- Customer-focused mindset.
- Ability to prioritise and organise work to make the most efficient use of available time and meet agreed deadlines.
- Experience in managing budgets.
- Ability to identify commercial opportunities.
- Experience in leading, managing, coaching and mentoring.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION LEADER
- Taking a leading role in overseeing the complete range of customer store communication.
- Using your graphic design skills, the IKEA Concept and IKEA visual and copy identity to create and implement graphic solutions that ensure clarity, consistency, simplicity and clear messages - overseeing the complete range of customer store communication.
- Working and influencing within the store commercial team.
- Ability to adapt and install existing packages to meet store requirements and local audience.
- Implementation of multimedia communication, including digital assets, POS and large scale prints.
- Proactive lead in the deployment of communication packages and strategies, from print process to physical installation across the store.
WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
If you have any special requirements during the interview process, please let us know as soon as possible.
Come see things a little differently with us and be part of creating a better everyday life for the many.