Store Business Risk & Compliance Manager - IKEA Leeds Store

You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you. A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.

Employment Type: Full Time, Regular

Department: Safety & Security

Number of Positions: 1

IKEA Leeds are looking for a new Unit Business Risk & Compliance Leader to join their team! In this role you will ensure a holistic and proactive safety and security risk handling for respective Markets. Making sure Area priorities are well accepted & understood by the Market stakeholders to lead and develop a proactive and comprehensive agenda of a healthy working environment, mitigating risks and ensuring that all Unit BR&C responsible identify, assess and proactively handle those risks at a local level.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be: April 2025
• This role offers a salary starting from £27,956 per annum, based on competence & experience.
• 39 Hours working 5 days per week, shifts will include evenings and alternative weekend working.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

• 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.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the field of occupational health & safety, fire safety or security.
• Ability to make well balanced decisions taking different business, people and ethical perspectives into consideration.
• Robust sense of integrity and high ethical standards.
• Knowledge of national laws and legislations connected to risk management, health, safety and security.
• Knowledge of relevant risk and compliance, health, safety and security steering documents and working methods within INGKA group.
• Knowledge of how to assess and mitigate risks in a business environment.
• Knowledge of how to implement work structures to meet the standards set by local laws and regulations as well as internal IKEA policies.
• Good knowledge of crisis management and implementation.
• Good knowledge of the risk management and risk assessment process.

For this role it is desirable that you have a NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent qualification. If you do not have the qualification already IKEA can support you with this however you are willing to undertake the necessary study.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Promote risk management in the Units, informing and sharing expertise to develop risk aware decision taking in relation to Area and Market goals.
• Secure the implementation and the follow through of the INGKA Rules and local legislation, coaching and guiding the local stakeholders to ensure Business Risk and Compliance standards providing a safe working environment for all co-workers and visitors.
• Identify local training needs and work with the Area BR&C Leader to implement the solutions.
• Collaborate with the local stakeholder to highlight the details of the root cause analysis to minimize business loss and financial impact of accidents and claims.
• Deliver subject matter expertise and guidance in occupational health & safety, fire safety and compliance to provide support and secure enhanced operational standards throughout the Unit.
• Support the Unit with the awareness of the right knowledge of the Unit stakeholders in relation to the Group S&S Rule by creating a risk & compliance culture by developing leadership and conscious approach in identifying and implementing systems to detect, analyse and reduce business loss, financial impact, prevent incidents and accidents.
• Point of contact for the Unit in matters connected to Risk & Compliance when it comes to local authorities and follow up.
• Implement the BR&C agenda locally including the KPI analysis of incidents within the unit with the correct stakeholders.
• Work with the Area BR&C Leader on the KPI analysis to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ensure that guidance principles, risk assessments and paperwork are aligned, completed and followed up to provide a knowledgeable workforce who understand their risks.

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. We are an equal opportunities employer. 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 with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend either a face-to-face interview. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
• Final offers of employment are contingent upon clear results in mandatory background checks. Background checks must be completed by all successful candidates. This role requires:
• Medical questionnaire
• Criminal History

For any advice or support, email Emma - emma.jones4@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!