Do you want to contribute to protecting Sweden's security? Do you want to work with legal issues concerning foreign direct investments? Are you also interested in international affairs and security policy? Then this might be the role for you!
Job Description
As a business lawyer in the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) unit, you work in close collaboration with colleagues on everything from ongoing support regarding transactions and reporting obligations to in-depth analyses of transaction structures, detailed interpretation and application of FDI legislation, and development and follow-up of conditions. The role spans a broad area of expertise and offers opportunities for specialization in many different issues that arise in the unit. You actively contribute to the development of methods and working practices within your area and in the unit. Contact with other authorities is a natural part of the work.
Qualifications
Law degree or equivalent legal education in a relevant field such as business law
Current and relevant experience of legal work in business law, corporate law or contract law, information security, security protection legislation or other areas relevant to FDI legislation
Current and relevant experience from work at a government authority, law firm, consulting firm or other experience that the employer deems equivalent
Very good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English
Merits
Experience of exercising public authority, for example through work at a regulatory authority, work with supervision, court practice or similar
Relevant experience of working with corporate acquisitions and transactions
Relevant experience of working with foreign transactions and knowledge of foreign corporate structures
Experience in method development
Interest in foreign, security and defense policy
Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone with the ability to quickly get to grips with extensive material and narrow down issues in a relevant and efficient manner. You work methodically and are used to making necessary prioritizations to deliver on time while maintaining quality. You have good teamwork skills and can communicate complex legal positions in a clear manner.
Work Team
You are placed in a work team consisting of analysts and reviewers. We are a group of engaged colleagues where development and Sweden's security are in focus. Our unit is growing in order to effectively manage our important mission. Welcome to us!
About Employment at ISP
The employment is permanent and begins with a six-month probationary period. Start date is by agreement. The employment entails an obligation to be mobilized for war.
To work for us, Swedish citizenship is required. The position is classified as security-sensitive and a security vetting with background check will be conducted before an employment decision is made. Since a large part of the work tasks involve classified information, the possibility of remote work is limited.
About ISP
ISP is a government authority with a foreign policy focus. Our tasks include export control of strategic products and review of foreign investments. We are also the national authority for the Chemical Weapons Convention and handle international sanctions. Read more about us at isp.se.
ISP is a growing specialist authority located in Solna/Stockholm. We are constantly recruiting for new assignments and our team includes political scientists, lawyers, engineers and many other experts. We are over a hundred employees who together create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We believe that our differences are a strength as the work requires flexible thinking and the ability to take in different perspectives. With us, you work in spacious and fresh premises that provide peace and quiet for complex issues. Our work takes place mainly at the office as security is our focus.
In addition to good development opportunities, we offer flexible working hours, wellness hour and a wellness allowance of 5,000 SEK per year. Vacation is 28-35 days per year (depending on your age) and you have the opportunity for salary exchange. The state collective agreements provide you with secure employment and good occupational pension. Read more about our benefits at isp.se.
We work according to the state value base and our focus is on legality and objectivity as well as service and efficiency. It is important to us that you share these values.
Application
We welcome your application in the form of CV, certificates of education and a personal letter no later than August 9, 2026. Reference number 2026-9.2-0035. According to the National Archives regulations, application documents from unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed two years after the appointment decision becomes final.
We decline direct contact from staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements.Do you want to contribute to protecting Sweden's security? Do you want to work with legal issues concerning foreign direct investments? Are you also interested in international affairs and security policy? Then this might be the role for you!
Job Description
As a business lawyer in the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) unit, you work in close collaboration with colleagues on everything from ongoing support regarding transactions and reporting obligations to in-depth analyses of transaction structures, detailed interpretation and application of FDI legislation, and development and follow-up of…