Copy of In-House Legal Counsel to the Swedish Prison and Probation Service Headquarters
About the Swedish Prison and Probation Service The Swedish Prison and Probation Service is growing – we are building new facilities, renovating, and expanding, and we are now seeking more employees. Our most important goal is to reduce recidivism – to break the cycle of crime. If we succeed, society becomes safer and more secure for everyone. We are the authority responsible for correctional facilities, probation services, remand centers, and prisoner transportation. Job Description As an in-house legal counsel in the section for legal affairs – enforcement, criminal law, etc. – you will provide legal advice to the authority's leadership and to other parts of the operations within enforcement legislation, criminal and procedural law, and other related matters. You will continuously provide legal support in change and development processes and also contribute to legal governance within the authority. The role also includes responsibility for revising and monitoring the authority's regulations and general guidelines as well as other governing documents. You will prepare and present the authority's statements on referrals and develop proposals for statements to, among others, the Parliamentary Ombudsman and the Chancellor of Justice. The work may also include preparing motions for legislative changes to the Government. You will provide support in legal proceedings, represent the Swedish Prison and Probation Service in court, and make decisions in certain compensation and damages cases. Work as an in-house legal counsel is independent and varied. The work involves ongoing contact with, among others, the Government Offices, other authorities, and other parts of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service operations. There are good opportunities for remote work of up to 60 percent depending on individual circumstances. The work location for this position is either Malmö, Gothenburg, Stockholm, or Norrköping. Qualifications We are looking for someone who is analytical and able to identify solutions to complex issues. You have good judgment and make sound decisions even in situations where multiple interests or perspectives need to be considered. You are responsive, communicative, and enjoy working together with others. At the same time, you work independently, take great responsibility for your tasks, and are committed to delivering high quality in everything you do. For us, it is important that you share the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's fundamental values of a humane view of people, respect for the individual, and belief in people's will and ability to develop. You are also aware of and understand how background, culture, and group affiliation affect both yourself and others. Furthermore, you are expected through your approach to contribute to everyone being treated equally. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. We are looking for someone who has: • A law degree • Notarial certification or other experience deemed equivalent • Very good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish It is also meritorious to have: • Judge training • Experience working with legal matters within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service or within another activity, authority, or organization with close cooperation or contact points with the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's mission. NOTE! Click on this link to apply for the position: https://kriminalvarden.varbi.com/se/what:job/jobID:950458/ Other Information The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to remove the personal letter and replaced it with selection questions that are relevant for the position. Your answers to the selection questions and your CV will form the basis for whether you are qualified to proceed in the process. To be eligible for employment with the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security and confidentiality awareness, and compliance with applicable laws. This means you stand up for democratic values and the state values that apply to the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's operations. Certain positions are classified for security purposes, and a security vetting with background check will be conducted before an employment decision is made. For certain security-classified positions, Swedish citizenship is required. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service welcomes applicants with different backgrounds and experiences. Read more about security vetting here: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/sakerhetsprovning-vid-rekrytering/ The position may involve wartime placement at the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. Read more about wartime placement here: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/krigsplacering/ Individual salary setting applies. Probationary employment may be applied. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service strives for equal gender distribution and increased diversity. To submit your application, click on the application link in the job posting. Questions about how to apply and upload your CV should be directed to Varbi. Questions about specific positions will be answered by the contact person specified in the posting. We kindly but firmly decline direct contact from recruitment and staffing agencies as well as vendors of job advertisements. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has tendered contracts.
- Město
- Göteborg
- Adresa
- Ullevigatan 17
- GPS
- 57.6993663, 11.9446736
- Publikováno
- 17. 8. 2026
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