Lawyers for the Children and Student Ombudsman in Stockholm

Do you want to use your legal expertise to strengthen children's and students' rights in practice? At the Children and Student Ombudsman (BEO), you'll work in an organization where law meets social benefit – and where your work has direct impact for children who have experienced harassment in schools and preschools. The Children and Student Ombudsman's (BEO's) mission is to ensure that legislation against harassment in schools and preschools is followed. BEO handles incoming reports of harassment, informs about the legislation, and conducts damages proceedings against school authorities on behalf of children and students. The focus is on safeguarding children's and students' rights. BEO is a special function at the Swedish Schools Inspectorate's headquarters in Stockholm. We are approximately 25 employees and are now seeking additional lawyers for our operations. Work Tasks As a lawyer at BEO, you will primarily work with handling and investigating cases concerning harassment in schools and preschools. Your tasks include investigating reports of harassment submitted to BEO both in writing and verbally, and preparing decision proposals. In cases where damages claims are filed, you will monitor the authority's position and, where applicable, prepare the case for upcoming proceedings. Your tasks may also include giving lectures, drafting and writing responses to referrals, and participating in operational development. You will also answer general questions about the legislation from individuals and school authorities. The work requires close collaboration with other departments at the Swedish Schools Inspectorate. Qualifications We are looking for someone with a Swedish law degree. You must also have notarial certification or equivalent experience as a legal advisor or court presenter, completed within the last five years. Additionally, you have Well-developed communication skills in both speech and writing and the ability to communicate with different target groups, including school authorities, parents, children, and students Very good collaboration skills, integrity, and are independent Good analytical skills and are thorough It is advantageous to have Experience with Swedish discrimination or damages legislation and its application, as well as legislation in the education field Experience in children's rights Experience with independent legal case handling applying applicable regulations Experience conducting investigative interviews Your personal qualities, abilities, and motivation will be given significant weight. The Position These are permanent positions. The Swedish Schools Inspectorate applies a 6-month probationary period. Full-time. Start date as soon as agreed. The Swedish Schools Inspectorate is committed to being a workplace free from discrimination and providing equal opportunities for all. Application Click apply below and attach your CV and personal letter (maximum one A4 page). We welcome your application by September 13, 2026. Application reference: SI 2026:8225. Questions Contact Persons Office Manager Louise Bengtsson, reach via switchboard 08-586 080 Recruitment inquiries: [email protected]. Trade Union Representatives Trade union representatives: Eva Högström, SACO, and Mattias Friström, OFR, both reachable via switchboard 08-586 080. The Swedish Schools Inspectorate has determined its recruitment channels and does not wish to be contacted by media sales representatives regarding recruitment solutions.

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