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Unit P&C Business Partner I (6-Month Term)

Act as a trusted advisor to line managers to implement business and people plans while ensuring consistency in HR processes. Support inclusive talent management, organizational transformation, and the promotion of IKEA's culture and values.

  • On-site
  • Hamilton, ON
  • Posted Aug 31, 2026
  • Apply by Sep 30, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE • A university degree and 2+ years of HR experience, or 5+ years of related professional experience. • Flexibility to work between our Mississauga and Hamilton locations based on business needs. • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, coach, and support leaders and co-workers. • A collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset that aligns with IKEA's values and people-first culture. • Experience supporting HR processes, systems, and change initiatives in a fast-paced environment. A DAY IN YOUR LIFE WITH US • Be the trusted advisor to line managers to implement the unit business and people plans to achieve operational goals and objectives. • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure consistency in application of all people processes for a great co-worker experience. • In partnership with line managers, enable inclusive talent management and continuous development of local leadership capabilities to deliver to the VCG goals. • In partnership with business leaders support people aspects related to Transformation in the unit and be an active ambassador for standardization and change. • Be the guardian of the IKEA Culture & Values in the unit, acting as the voice of the co-worker and securing that IKEA is a caring employer and a great place to work, as well as safeguarding co-worker experience (overall end-to-end - beyond P&C experience). ABOUT THIS WORK AREA IKEA is all about people, and our team make sure to bring the best people on board to keep our strong spirit of togetherness. We believe that different experiences and backgrounds collectively make us wiser and stronger, and we ensure that our co-workers bloom into their best selves as they contribute to our business. Why you'll love us! Here at IKEA, we want to ensure that we are creating a better everyday life for the many people, including our co-workers. We also believe that a job should be so much more than a job. That’s why we focus on having an inclusive work environment where we celebrate your uniqueness, live our values, and ensure that we walk the talk when it comes to co-worker development. In addition, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package to all co-workers including: • Wellness days (in addition to your vacation days!) •Extended health, dental, and vision coverage (for you and your family) • RRSP with IKEA contribution matching options • Eligibility for our annual IKEA bonus incentive plan • Flexible spending account • Life insurance • Merchandise and restaurant discounts (plus free drinks and different healthy meal options in the co-worker restaurant, where available) • Parental leave • Bereavement leave • Employee assistance program (that helps you support your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing) Please note: Initial training will take place at our CDC Mississauga location. In the IKEA world, this position is officially referred to as Unit People & Culture Business Partner I. The starting rate/ salary for this position ranges from 58960 CAD to 81070 CAD and will be based on relevant work experience.

What you’ll do

Act as a trusted advisor to line managers to implement business and people plans while ensuring consistency in HR processes. Support inclusive talent management, organizational transformation, and the promotion of IKEA's culture and values.

Requirements

Requires a university degree with 2+ years of HR experience, or 5+ years of related professional experience. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and the flexibility to work across multiple locations.

Benefits

• Wellness days • Extended health coverage • Dental coverage • Vision coverage • RRSP with IKEA contribution matching • Annual IKEA bonus incentive plan • Flexible spending account • Life insurance • Merchandise and restaurant discounts • Parental leave • Bereavement leave • Employee assistance program

Listed skills

  • Change ManagementPreferred
  • CoachingPreferred
  • Relationship BuildingPreferred
  • Conflict ResolutionPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • HR Business Partnering
  • Relationship Building
  • Coaching
  • Influencing
  • Talent Management
  • Change Management
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • HR Process Improvement
  • Leadership Development

Job areas

  • Human Resources
  • Retail
  • Management & Leadership

Additional details

Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Sep 30, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Not Applicable