Administrator at the Energy Unit

Do you want to contribute to the work of the Energy Unit in developing energy policy during an exciting time of significant changes and challenges in the energy sector, especially through the rapid electrification of society? Do you also have several years of experience working with electricity market issues and want to work in both national and international environments, right in the center of events? Then you are the one we are looking for!

We can offer a stimulating role in a dynamic and developing work environment alongside friendly and professional colleagues.

The Energy Unit is responsible for preparing issues within the energy policy area at the national, EU, and international levels. This includes, among other things, the regulation of electricity, gas, and heating markets, energy efficiency, supply of fossil-free energy, energy infrastructure, energy research, energy preparedness, and electrical safety, as well as the development of energy policy instruments, regulatory development, and governmental steering. The unit is growing and currently consists of about thirty employees. The Energy Unit is looking for someone who can contribute to the development of state efforts and support the implementation of the government's policy, including creating improved framework conditions for a robust electricity supply.

Your Workday. Sweden's Tomorrow.

A rapid energy and climate transition is underway, with extensive electrification expected in the future.

As an administrator at the Energy Unit, you will primarily work with electricity market and electrical system issues, both nationally and within the EU. This includes work with policy and regulatory development, handling government reports and consultations, preparing materials for political leadership, managing inquiries from companies, organizations, and parliament. You will prepare and communicate cases in the Government Offices, analyze the development of the electricity market, and represent Sweden in international collaborations and negotiations. Depending on previous experience and interest, other tasks and issues may also be relevant based on the unit's needs and the applicant's competencies. The work may involve business trips.

Your Background

To take on this role, a relevant academic degree is required, preferably as an engineer, economist, political scientist, or lawyer. We see that you have several years of current experience working with electricity market issues from the Government Offices or another relevant government agency, as well as extensive knowledge of electricity market issues.

Desirable knowledge and experience include:

• Experience with EU work on electricity market issues
• Experience in coordination
• Knowledge of EU processes
• Knowledge of the Nordic electricity market and EU regulation of the electricity market
• Knowledge of the Government Offices' processes

Your Qualities

The employee criteria of the Government Offices are wholeness, development, and results. This means that you need to have a holistic view and collaborate for the best of the organization. You are expected to contribute your perspective and expertise while being open to others. You come with ideas and new approaches to improve and develop the organization and your own competencies. You are results-oriented in your actions and adapt when needs and directions change.

Good collaboration and service-mindedness are essential in our work teams. For this position, it is also important that you can work independently, are driven, analytical, and goal-oriented. You have excellent knowledge of Swedish and English and possess a very good ability to express yourself well in both speech and writing. Furthermore, we see that you can handle formalities, anchor proposals, and meet set deadlines. As an employee in the Government Offices, you are flexible, which for us means that you can compromise and quickly adapt to new issues.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities.

Other

The employment is a permanent position with a six-month probationary period. A security clearance will be conducted before a decision on employment is made.

Are you interested?

If you want to know more about the work and what we offer, contact the recruiting manager Eva Centeno López. You are also welcome to contact recruitment specialist Kristina Rostedt. Union contacts are Johan Strokirk for Saco and Ivian Paulino Lorenzo for ST. You can reach all via the Government Offices' switchboard, 08-405 10 00.

We welcome calls from those interested in the job, but we decline calls from those selling ads and recruitment services.

Welcome to register your application in our recruitment tool by March 6, 2026.

The mission of the Government Offices is to support the government in its work to govern Sweden and realize its policies. Here, 4,800 people work, of which 600 are abroad. The Government Offices welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We see gender equality and diversity as strengths and assets and actively work to be a workplace free from discrimination. The Ministry of Climate and Enterprise is responsible for issues related to climate, environment, energy, business, and innovation.