People & Communications Market Manager Germany &Austria “At us, everyone is driven by a desire to work together. Wedare to go our own way and think that common sense and simplicityoften provide the best solutions.” What to expect At Ikano Bank,we're not just navigating change We're actively shaping the futureof banking. We're in the middle of a significant transformation,evolving into a fully digitalized, simple and caring bank for themany people. As our People & Communication (P&C) MarketManager for Germany & Austria, you'll be at the heart of thistransformation and based in our main office in Wiesbaden. You areplaying a crucial role in ensuring our operations thrive duringthis period of change. This role offers a unique opportunity topush boundaries and influence your daily work, all within a caringand open culture where we live our values, work hard, deliver, andhave fun. You'll report to the Head of P&C Functions andMarkets, based in Sweden, and collaborate closely with P&CMarket Managers across our other markets, as well as P&CBusiness Partners for our functional areas. You will lead oneP&C Specialist for payroll and administration and be a memberof our bank-wide P&C community. Expect a broad and challengingrole, where you'll contribute both strategically and operationally,ensuring P&C excellence in Germany. Think of this as more thana job. It's a chance to be part of building a new bank, in linewith the entrepreneurial and customer-centric spirit Ingvar Kampradenvisioned. Who we want We're looking for someone who shares ourpassion for people and business, and who thrives in acollaborative, dynamic environment. You are structured, driven,creative, and curious, and you naturally embody the Ikano cultureand values. You are a confident and relationship-building leader,unafraid to challenge norms and drive change. Your leadershipinspires, and you understand the importance of representing ourvalues and guiding principles. You've likely gained at least 5years of experience in HR/P&C roles close to the business, witha proven track record of success. Experience in the financialservices industry is a definite plus. You're skilled at drivingchange at organizational, team, and individual levels, and you'recomfortable working in an international and rapidly growingcompany. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential, asit's our company language. We want our co-workers to choose us forwhat we stand for, what we deliver and how we deliver it. Thesevalues of common sense and simplicity, working together and daringto be different, should feel natural to you. What you bring Yourexpertise will be crucial in ensuring P&C operationalexcellence in Germany. Specifically, you'll bring: Operational andStrategic P&C Leadership: Securing excellent and efficientP&C operations, including compliant payroll and administrationand reliable people data quality Regulatory and ComplianceExpertise: Ensuring compliance with labor law and internal/externalregulations, including regulatory compliances and risks andproviding support in legal dispute cases Compensation and BenefitsManagement: Managing market compensation and benefits TalentAcquisition and Development: Involvement in recruitments andcoaching managers to enhance co-worker and customer experienceCollaboration and Partnership: Close collaboration with P&CBusiness Partners and across our P&C community Work Environmentand Co-worker Experience: Creating a great and safe workenvironment Cultural Advocacy: Being an ambassador for Ikano Bankculture, values and leadership skills, including awareness ofED&I (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) Supplier and BudgetManagement: Managing external suppliers within P&C Germany andhandling budget responsibility and cost follow-up Contribution toBank-Wide Initiatives: Contributing to bank-wide P&Cdeliveries, tasks, or projects. Knowledge Sharing: Contributing tothe development of relevant content for concepts, approaches,tools, and systems by providing input and feedback to Centre ofExpertise projects/deliveries and staying current through internaland external networking Your ability to engage, collaborate andcoach will be key to your success in these areas. What we offer AtIkano Bank, we believe in supporting our co-workers' well-being andgrowth. You'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:Flexible working hours and hybrid work options 30 days of annualleave Group accident insurance (professional & private)National and international development opportunities Unique healthand sports offerings (e.g., weekly massages, company bike leasing)Free job ticket and parking Subsidized canteen meals Discounts onIKEA and Ikano Bank products Extra leave for anniversaries andspecial events We're known for our exceptional team spirit and thisis your chance to experience it firsthand. If you're ready to joina team that's passionate about creating a better way, apply now.Please submit your application in English only. Ikano Bank createspossibilities for better living by offering simple, fair, andaffordable services, enabling a healthy economy for the many peopleand businesses. Its offer includes savings and loan products forconsumers, sales support services for retailers, and leasing andfactoring solutions for businesses. Ikano Bank operates in Sweden,Denmark, Finland, Norway, the UK, Poland, Germany and Austria, andis a part of Ingka Group. Ikano Bank’s head office is located inMalmö, Sweden and the company is registered in Älmhult, Swedenwhere the business was once founded.