IKEA is a global leader in the home furnishing industry, renowned for its affordable, functional, and well-designed products. Operating as a multinational conglomerate, the company manages hundreds of stores across more than 60 countries, employing over 200,000 people worldwide. Its business model focuses on sustainability, democratic design, and a unique retail experience that includes large-format stores, planning studios, and a robust e-commerce platform.

In Spain, IKEA maintains a massive footprint with a presence in nearly every major autonomous community, including Madrid, Catalonia, Andalusia, and the Basque Country. For international professionals, IKEA offers a diverse work environment rooted in Swedish values such as togetherness and simplicity. While customer-facing roles typically require fluency in Spanish, the company frequently recruits for management, logistics, and specialized design positions where international experience and multilingual skills are highly valued.

Founded in 1943 by Ingvar Kamprad in Sweden, IKEA began as a small mail-order business. It has since grown into the world's largest furniture retailer, revolutionizing the industry with its flat-pack furniture and warehouse-style stores.

For international professionals

IKEA is known for its strong corporate culture based on Swedish values, promoting a healthy work-life balance and flat hierarchies.
The company offers extensive internal mobility programs, allowing employees to transition between different departments or even international locations.
Many management and specialized roles in Spain, such as Logistics or Interior Design Managers, may accommodate English speakers, though Spanish is generally required for local operations.
IKEA Spain has been repeatedly recognized as a 'Top Employer,' highlighting its commitment to employee development and inclusive workplace policies.

Interior Designer (40 Hours-Mornings) | IKEA Ensanche de Vallecas

IKEA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

Why you will love us

Because we are much more than a company. We seek a positive impact on homes, society, and the planet, and we like to help people improve their daily lives at home, while doing so in a simple and accessible way for the majority.
Do you want to make millions of people look forward to coming home? BRING YOUR TALENT TO IKEA!

About you:

- I am passionate about interior design, decoration, and home products; the design of
commercial spaces and people's lives at home.
- Training in Interior Design, technical architecture, or a higher degree related to design.
- Knowledge and experience in the use of relevant software (Autocad, Revit, SketchUp, Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite).
- I am motivated to learn and have the desire to increase my skills and training to benefit IKEA and grow personally.
- Driven to exceed objectives and a desire to improve ways of working.
- Good level of English, spoken and written.
- Experience in interior design or similar areas. Ability to lead and present those projects. (Valuable).

What you will do day to day

I contribute to positioning IKEA as the first choice in home decoration in my market area, maximizing sales and long-term profitability. Based on knowledge of the needs of local visitors and my skills in home furnishing.
I offer personalized solutions: I propose functional, affordable, aesthetic, and sustainable ideas, adapted to different styles and preferences.
I highlight the exclusivity of IKEA: I create environments and vignettes that showcase the product range, convey vitality, and exceed expectations, fostering customer loyalty.
I apply visual identity and Swedish roots: I design spaces that reinforce the IKEA brand while respecting architectural and cultural elements.
I facilitate the purchasing process: I ensure a strategic layout to improve the customer's visual and navigation experience.
My goal is to generate impact and vitality in the store, satisfying customers and promoting their return.

Our team at IKEA

At IKEA, we are committed to creating a better everyday life for the many people. All IKEA co-workers enjoy a wide package of benefits that are available to them from the first day.

IKEA is MUCH+ find out everything IKEA offers you

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Por qué nos vas a encantar

Porque somos mucho más que una empresa. Buscamos un impacto positivo en los hogares, la sociedad, el planeta y nos gusta ayudar a las personas a mejorar su vida diaria en el hogar, además de hacerlo de una manera sencilla y accesible para la mayoría.
¿Quieres hacer que millones de personas estén deseando llegar a casa? ¡TRAE TU TALENTO A IKEA!

Sobre ti:

- Me apasiona el interiorismo, decoración y productos para el hogar; diseño de
espacios comerciales y la vida de las personas en el hogar.
- Formación en Diseño de Interiores, arquitectura técnica o grado superior relacionado con el diseño.
- Conocimientos y experiencia en el uso de software relevante (Autocad, Revit, SketchUp, Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite).
- Me motiva aprender y el deseo aumentar mis habilidades y mi formación para beneficiar a IKEA y crecer personalmente.
- Impulsado/a a superar los objetivos y el deseo de mejorar las formas de trabajo.
- Buen nivel en inglés, hablado y escrito.
- Experiencia en diseños de interiores o áreas similares. Habilidad para liderar y presentar esos proyectos. (Valorable).

Qué harás día a día

Contribuyo a posicionar IKEA como la primera opción en decoración del hogar en mi área de mercado, maximizando ventas y rentabilidad a largo plazo. A partir del conocimiento de las necesidades de los visitantes locales y mis habilidades en equipamiento del hogar.
Ofrezco soluciones personalizadas: propongo ideas funcionales, asequibles, estéticas y sostenibles, adaptadas a diferentes estilos y preferencias.
Destaco la exclusividad de IKEA: creo ambientes y viñetas que destacan la gama de productos, transmiten vitalidad y superan expectativas, fomentando la fidelización de los clientes.
Aplico identidad visual y raíces suecas: diseño espacios que refuercen la marca IKEA respetando elementos arquitectónicos y culturales.
Facilito el proceso de compra: aseguro una disposición estratégica para mejorar la experiencia visual y de navegación de cliente.
Mi objetivo es generar impacto y vitalidad en la tienda, satisfaciendo a los clientes y promoviendo su regreso.

Nuestro equipo en IKEA

Desde IKEA tenemos el compromiso de hacer un mejor día a día para la mayoría de las personas. Todos los colaboradores/as de IKEA disfrutan de un amplio paquete de beneficios que están a su disposición desde el primer día.

IKEA es MUCHO+ conoce todo lo que IKEA te ofrece