In-House Counsel specializing in Data Protection and Digitalization

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Do you want to help create legally sound conditions for digital development in one of Sweden's largest government agencies? We are looking for someone who wants to combine legal expertise in data protection and digitalization with close collaboration with operations and IT to develop secure solutions for the future labor market. Together we get Sweden to work. Do you want to be one of us? The Legal Department at the Swedish Public Employment Service has an important mission Our legal department is responsible for the Swedish Public Employment Service's legal work. We drive the agency's legal development and ensure high quality in all legal matters. As the agency becomes more efficient and focuses on its core mission, our work becomes even more important. Together with our colleagues in the organization, we work to create a legally sound and efficient labor market. The department is divided into three legal units. The Contracts, IT and Administrative Law unit works in the fields of contract law and public procurement law, public access and confidentiality, security protection, personal data, IT law, data protection and administrative law. Within the Contracts, IT and Administrative Law unit there is a group specialized in IT and administrative law. That is where you will be part of. Job description As an in-house counsel with us, you will have a central role in ensuring that the agency's operations are conducted in accordance with applicable legislation. You will work independently and in close collaboration with colleagues by: Collaborating with the IT department and other operational areas to find innovative legally sound solutions for the agency's IT needs, for example in connection with IT development and procurement. Answering questions, conducting legal investigations and providing guidance to the organization on complex matters within various areas of law. Responding to referrals, developing and reviewing governing and guidance documents. This role suits you if you have strong analytical skills and make well-founded decisions based on information you have gathered to solve a task. You have a strong holistic perspective and are comfortable working within different tasks and areas of law, while being able to adapt your working methods and continuously develop based on the organization's needs. You collaborate well with others and contribute to a helpful and attentive work environment, where you take responsibility for jointly completing tasks. At the same time, you have the ability to work independently by planning, driving and following up your work to achieve good results. You can also analyze information flows, see connections and make well-founded decisions based on these. Our offer The position is a permanent full-time employment that may begin with a six-month probationary period. The location is Solna. We offer you the opportunity to work at a workplace where we value balance between work and private life. You have access to a generous vacation agreement, flexible working hours and the opportunity to work remotely up to 49 percent on an annual basis. We also offer occupational health and fitness services during work hours and a favorable fitness subsidy. As an employee of the Swedish Public Employment Service, you also have access to skills development and career opportunities within the agency. Through our work, we contribute to an inclusive and sustainable society, where you have the opportunity to make a real difference for individuals and for society as a whole. More about working with us Basic requirements for the position Law degree (equivalent to Master of Laws) Several years of current and relevant professional experience in qualified legal work. Experience working with complex legal matters with good knowledge of data protection (including IT law and the EU's General Data Protection Regulation), administrative law as well as public access and confidentiality. Very good ability to express yourself in Swedish in both speech and writing. Additional merits for the position Completed notary training or equivalent experience. Experience in legal work within the public sector. In-depth knowledge of information security. Experience working with legal matters in the AI field. Experience working with public procurement law matters. The state value base guides us in our daily work. As an employee with us, you are expected to work fairly, impartially and with high integrity, and contribute to maintaining and strengthening confidence in our agency. In addition to this, you have personal ability and aptitude to work in accordance with the Swedish Public Employment Service's employee criteria. As an employee at the Swedish Public Employment Service, you are expected to be: Responsible – take responsibility for your work, collaborate and contribute to a good work environment. Action-oriented – take initiative, contribute to improvements and manage change. Results-focused – plan, follow up and contribute to operational benefit and results. Application Does this sound like a job for you? We welcome your application by 2026-08-17. The job posting is open during the summer and we will respond to all applicants after August 17th. Attach your CV where you specify the year, month and job duties for each position, as well as certificates that support the requirements for education and/or work experience in your application. It is important that you answer the selection questions in detail and truthfully, so that we get a clear picture of your experience. If requested information does not appear, you risk being eliminated from the selection. You do not need to send in a personal letter. During the recruitment process, selection tests may occur. We will keep you informed throughout the entire recruitment process. More about our recruitment process. If you have protected personal data, contact the recruitment partner named in the job posting and you will receive help submitting your application.Do you want to help create legally sound conditions for digital development in one of Sweden's largest government agencies? We are looking for someone who wants to combine legal expertise in data protection and digitalization with close collaboration with operations and IT to develop secure solutions for the future labor market. Together we get Sweden to work. Do you want to be one of us? The Legal Department at the Swedish Public Employment Service has an important mission Our legal department is responsible for the Swedish Public Employment Service's legal work. We drive the agency's legal…

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Stockholm

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Elektrogatan 4

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25. 6. 2026

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5. 8. 2026

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