Leader for Forecasting and Macroanalysis at the Riksbank

Are you an engaged and responsible person who wants to lead the work with the Riksbank's forecasts and macroanalysis? Do you enjoy macroeconomic issues and want to contribute to a positive development in society? Then this is the job for you!

WE OFFER YOU

Challenging tasks in a dynamic environment where Sweden's economic development is in focus. You will become the head of a unit responsible for producing forecasts and materials for the executive board's monetary policy decisions, as well as explaining and justifying monetary policy in Sweden. This requires both structural and cyclical analysis of the Swedish economy. The unit also coordinates the department's international work. Our analytical environment is rapidly evolving, giving you the opportunity to develop methods and tools for cutting-edge forecasting work together with your colleagues.

WHAT YOU WILL DO WITH US

You will play an important role in developing, driving, and coordinating the work within the unit and the department. As the unit manager, your responsibilities include staffing, following up, and initiating work on in-depth analysis of the Swedish economy, international work, and forecasting and modeling. You will also work continuously with operational planning and staff development. Together with others, you will drive ongoing development work in the department. You will have personnel responsibility, represent the department in collaboration with other parts of the Riksbank, and have an active role in the department's management team. The tasks also involve contact with international organizations, such as the ECB and BIS.

YOUR TEAM

The forecasting and macroanalysis unit in the monetary policy department currently consists of about 20 qualified employees. The unit is responsible for large parts of the forecasts and analyses that underlie the interest rate decisions made by the executive board eight times a year. The process leading up to a monetary policy decision is led by a team outside the unit, but employees from the unit participate. Both economic models rooted in modern economic theory and statistical models with good forecasting properties are used to support the forecasting and analysis work. Maintenance and development of these models is an important part of the unit's responsibilities. In addition to working with colleagues in the unit, you will collaborate across departments within the Riksbank and maintain ongoing contact with other departments and international organizations.

MORE ABOUT YOU

You are someone with experience in change management who curiously explores opportunities to help your employees grow and develop. You create and maintain a work environment where curiosity, creativity, and analytical thinking are driving forces in daily work. You build and promote strong collaboration both within your team and between other departments. You have at least two years of experience leading others, as a manager or project leader, and are good at preparing, anchoring, and implementing decisions. If you have served on a management team and thus had responsibility for a larger part of the operation than just your own area, that is an advantage. You have an academic degree in economics, statistics, mathematics, or related fields, and you have several years of experience in forecasting or macroeconomic analysis. A doctoral degree is an advantage. Experience in the public sector and collaboration with international organizations is also a plus. We believe you are genuinely interested in leadership issues and in developing your own leadership. You have good knowledge of Swedish and English, both written and spoken. As a person, you are strategic, communicative, and proactive. You are also analytical, have good judgment, and are good at collaborating. We place great importance on your personal qualities.

MORE ABOUT THE POSITION

Start date: by agreement
Employment type: Permanent employment, probationary period may apply
Location: Office in central Stockholm
Working hours: Trust-based working hours
Possibility to work remotely: two days a week if the business allows
Benefits: Generous vacation conditions, salary exchange for pension, subsidized lunch, wellness allowance, subsidized massage, and access to a gym and instructor-led training sessions.

The position may be classified in a security class, and a security screening including background checks, security interviews, and special personal investigations will be conducted for the final candidate. For certain positions, Swedish citizenship is required.

WORKING AT THE RIKSBANK

The Riksbank is an authority under the parliament that ensures that money retains its value over time and that payments can be made safely and efficiently. We also issue Sweden's banknotes and coins. We work on behalf of citizens for a strong and secure economy. With us, you will have knowledgeable and engaged colleagues and great opportunities for professional development. Read more about what it is like to work at the Riksbank here.

APPLY

We want your application with a CV and cover letter by February 13. We ask that you answer a number of selection questions in this recruitment process. This way, you can easily apply for the position, and we can evaluate our candidates on equal terms. Logical tests and work samples may be part of the recruitment process. We also conduct background checks on final candidates, which means we verify diplomas or other documents that confirm your education. You can read more about how it works when you apply for a job at the Riksbank here. We look forward to hearing from you!

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