Public Affairs Leader, IKEA

IKEA

Location:
India, Mumbai

Category:
Public Relations

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Public Affairs Leader based in Mumbai to lead the total scope of Public Affairs for IKEA in Maharashtra and West India. You will work closely with the markets to develop and implement strategies to engage with public policy, manage key stakeholders, manage crisis and mitigate risks. If you are a motivated and collaborative professional with a strong track record in public affairs, we would love to hear from you.

Job Responsibility:

Develop and secure effective and timely implementation of actions in line with IKEA India PA strategy
Lead the local public affairs topics with support from the markets
Mitigate risks and handle crisis situations that have the potential to harm IKEA’s business
Build strong relations and manage key local stakeholders including government bodies, policy makers, NGOs, and other companies and influential institutions in collaboration with internal functions in the market
Represent IKEA's point of view in external and internal forums and in policy conversations
Drive advocacy topics around sustainability and EDI topics both externally and internally
Help to create a positive policy and regulatory environment for a transforming and growing, people and planet positive IKEA business
Fore sighting and providing external intelligence to internal teams
Create a strong IKEA brand
Lead and contribute to positioning movement, integrating into communications team and contributing to 360-degree campaigns
Integrate PA actions with PR and other communication functions

Requirements:

Around 10-12 years of experience in public affairs, policymaking, or a related field
Strong understanding of policy-making processes, regulatory landscapes, and stakeholder management
Excellent strategic thinking, communication and influencing skills
Fluency in Marathi language will be preferred
Passionate about positive societal impact and sustainability
Experienced in coaching, mentoring, and leading teams and people
Guided by the IKEA/ humanistic values and a strong believer in leading by example

Nice to have:

Fluency in Marathi language
Passionate about positive societal impact and sustainability

What we offer:

Equal employment opportunity
Work environment free of discrimination and harassment
Diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills valued

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 27, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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