Public Relations Leader, IKEA Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia

Job title: Public Relations Leader, IKEA Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia

Company: IKEA


Job description: Public Relations Leader, IKEA Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia“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.”LocationPraha (Zličín)Employment typeFull Time PermanentDepartmentMarketing & CommunicationDeadline2025-05-06Mobility supportDomestic & InternationalYou already applied for this job.Candidate profile (title) What you’ll be doing day to dayCandidate profile (text) – Default language Are you a strategic communicator with bold ideas, a strong media instinct, and a passion for purpose-driven brands? We are looking for a dynamic Public Relations Leader to elevate our presence and impact across the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia.At IKEA, we’re more than home furnishings – we’re a movement to create a better everyday life. In this exciting role, you’ll drive and shape the public voice of IKEA in Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia, leading a PR strategy together with local professionals and agencies to bring it to life. You’ll build influence, earn trust, and help the IKEA brand show up with clarity, courage, and care.What you’ll do:

• Lead the PR strategy for three countries, aligning product and corporate communications with our brand and business goals
• Provide strategic direction and support to local PR teams, enabling them to deliver proactive, reactive, and activist communications
• Strengthen our media and influencer relationships across the region, ensuring consistency with local relevance
• Act as a trusted strategic advisor to country communication managers and senior stakeholders
• Identify and prepare spokespeople, and act as a key spokesperson when needed
• Drive communication preparedness, manage reputational risks, and lead during moments that matter
• Collaborate with Marketing, Market Support, and other cross-functional teams to amplify campaigns and messages

Key responsibilities (title) Who you areKey responsibilities (text) • 8+ years in strategic PR/media relations, ideally with regional/multi-market experience

• Strong leadership and coaching skills – you inspire others and build capabilities
• Deep understanding of media landscapes, digital trends, and modern storytelling
• Experience with high-stakes communication and crisis handling
• Passion for IKEA’s values, culture, and our mission to be a force for good
• Fluent English (Czech, Hungarian or Slovak is a plus)

Let’s connect Apply now!Let´s connect What we offer:

• A unique opportunity to lead and shape regional PR in a brand with a meaningful purpose
• A warm, supportive culture where collaboration and innovation thrive
• Flexibility, autonomy, and opportunities to grow personally and professionally
• The chance to make a real impact on how IKEA is perceived and trusted across borders

If you’re ready to lead bold, values-driven communication – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and let’s build something bigger, together 💛Why you will love usFrom the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers.At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together.Our vision, “to create a better everyday life for the many people” inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA.What we all have in common

• Living our values
• Being your unique self, while respecting and including others
• A passion for home furnishing
• Performing & delivering while learning & developing
• Having fun!

Expected salary:

Location: Praha 5

Job date: Thu, 24 Apr 2025 06:00:00 GMT

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