Would you like to work with legal issues that have great significance for Sami culture, reindeer herding conditions, and sustainable societal development? We are now seeking a qualified lawyer who wants to contribute legal expertise in the areas of reindeer herding, land use, and urban planning. About the position As a lawyer at Sametinget, you will work with qualified legal advice and case handling in matters concerning reindeer herding, land use, natural resources, and urban planning. You will analyze and assess cases based on current legislation, case law, and administrative decisions, and represent the organization in various processes and collaboration forums. You will be one of two lawyers in the department for Sami industries and will work closely with our chief legal counsel on complex and strategically important legal issues. The role involves being central support to management and operations, as well as contributing to the development of legal positions and guidance within the field. Duties Prepare and handle cases and provide legal support in matters concerning reindeer herding, land use, and urban planning. Analyze legislation, case law, and administrative decisions. Draft statements, responses to consultations, and other legal documents. Participate in consultations, negotiations, and dialogues with authorities, municipalities, businesses, and other stakeholders. Represent the organization in legal proceedings and matters. Contribute to the development of internal guidelines and procedures within the legal field. Qualifications Law degree. Experience with legal work in public administration. Documented experience with legal application in reindeer herding matters. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation in land use, natural resource management, and urban planning. Excellent Swedish and good English, both spoken and written. Desirable qualifications Experience working with Sami rights and indigenous peoples' issues. Knowledge of environmental law, mineral legislation, or planning and building legislation. Experience exercising authority in a state agency. Experience working as a court clerk. Knowledge of any Sami language. Knowledge of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, international conventions, and European human rights instruments. Personal qualities We are seeking someone who is analytical, independent, and has good judgment. You are confident in your legal expertise and have the ability to handle complex issues where different interests meet. You work in a structured manner, are communicative, and have a talent for building trusting relationships both internally and externally. You enjoy working both independently and as part of a team. We offer All employees receive 2 hours of wellness time per week plus a wellness allowance. Sametinget also offers a very favorable commute agreement. We apply flexible working hours. Vacation days follow age, which means 28, 31, or 35 vacation days per year. As an employee, you also benefit from other state benefits such as subsidized healthcare, reimbursement for prescription medications, and parental insurance supplements. With us, you have the opportunity to work on important societal issues in an organization where law plays a central role in creating long-term sustainable solutions. You will become part of an engaged organization with competent colleagues and an important mission. Application We receive your application by you answering our selection questions and attaching your CV. A personal letter should not be submitted. About the employment Employment form: Permanent. Trial employment may apply. Work location: At one of Sametinget's office locations in Giron (Kiruna), Staare (Östersund), Jåhkåmåhkke (Jokkmokk), or Dearna (Tärnaby) Start date: By agreement. We welcome you to contribute your expertise in the work for Sami rights, a sustainable reindeer herding industry, and future societal development!
- Město
- Kiruna
- GPS
- 67.8454507, 20.2623241
- Publikováno
- 14. 8. 2026
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