Vacant job

Do you want to help create a fairer labor market? We are now looking for an engaged union advisor to join our knowledgeable team in Stockholm. As an advisor with us, you will have the chance to support and guide our members in their working lives, covering everything from salary and working hours to insurance, termination, and working conditions.

The position is permanent, and a probationary period may apply.

As a union advisor, you are expected to:

• Be the first aid and provide qualified advice to our members and elected representatives in labor law matters
• Answer questions from members, employers, and authorities via phone and email
• Handle a wide range of labor law cases
• Be a clear ambassador for Handels and our values
• Work both independently and in close collaboration with colleagues to find the best solutions for our members
• Quickly grasp and interpret labor law legislation and collective agreements
• Convey information and labor law concepts in a clear and understandable manner
• Be able to handle emotional situations and meet high expectations from our members in a professional manner

Who are you?

• You have experience in union work, elected representative assignments, or education in law, political science, human resources, or another equivalent field
• You are fluent in Swedish and English, both spoken and written. Additional language skills are an advantage
• You are pedagogical and have an easy time adapting your communication to the recipient
• You are resilient, factual, and professional in dialogue with others
• You have an interest in social issues and are open to changes in the form of legal amendments, case law, and new collective agreements
• You gain energy from listening, building trust, and helping people move forward in conversations

What we offer:

With us, you will have a meaningful job where you make a real difference for people in their working lives. You will become part of an engaged and knowledgeable team that shares an interest in the union idea and stands firm in the values of the labor movement.

We offer a fixed monthly salary of 33,000 SEK. If you have previous experience as a union advisor, the salary may be higher, in accordance with our salary model.

You will enjoy a stimulating and developing work environment where there is room to grow both professionally and personally. As an employer, we care about your health and well-being and offer generous benefits such as occupational pension, wellness grants, Rikskortet, and regular health check-ups.

We value life outside of work, which is why we offer favorable conditions related to parenthood. As a modern employer, we also offer the possibility of flexible remote work in dialogue with your manager.

Are you the one we are looking for?

The application deadline is February 2. Recruitment is ongoing, so please submit your application today so we can meet you!

We value diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace. To ensure an objective assessment of all candidates, we do not accept personal letters. Instead, we focus on the qualifications and experiences you present in your CV.

About Handels

The Union of Trade Employees is a successful trade union with approximately 150,000 members, making it the third largest union within LO. The majority of Handels members work in retail/wholesale, the beauty industry, and within popular movements. Our ambition is to become even stronger!

The Union of Trade Employees welcomes applicants regardless of disability, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. At Handels, you will become part of an organization with heart, history, and faith in the future. Read more: https://www.handels.se/