Do you want to contribute to protecting Sweden's security?

Do you want to work with legal issues regarding foreign direct investments? Are you also interested in international issues and security policy? Then this might be the role for you!

Job Description

As a business lawyer within the unit for foreign direct investments (UDI), you will work closely with other employees on everything from ongoing support regarding transactions and reporting obligations to deeper analyses of transaction structures, detailed interpretation and application of the UDI Act, as well as the development and follow-up of conditions. The role spans a wide range of competencies and offers opportunities for in-depth exploration of various issues that arise within the unit. You will actively contribute to the development of methods and working practices within your area and the unit. Contacts with other authorities are a natural part of the work.

Qualifications

• Law degree or equivalent legal education in a relevant field such as business law
• Current and relevant experience in legal work within business law, corporate or contract law, information security, the security protection act, or other areas relevant to the UDI Act
• Current and relevant experience from working in a government agency, law firm, consulting firm, or other experience deemed equivalent by the employer
• Very good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish and English

Meritorious

• Experience of public authority exercise, e.g., through work in an administrative authority, supervision, court clerk experience, or similar
• Relevant experience of working with corporate acquisitions and transactions
• Relevant experience of working with foreign transactions and knowledge of foreign corporate forms
• Experience in method development
• Interest in foreign, security, and defense policy

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who has the ability to quickly understand extensive material and delineate issues in a relevant and effective manner. You work methodically and are used to making necessary priorities to deliver on time while maintaining quality. You have good collaboration skills and can convey complex legal positions clearly.

The Work Group

You will be placed in a work group consisting of analysts and reviewers. We are a group of engaged colleagues where development and Sweden's security are in focus. Our unit is growing to effectively handle our important mission. Welcome to us!

About Employment at ISP

The employment is permanent and begins with a six-month probationary period. Start date is according to agreement. The employment includes an obligation to be placed in a war situation.

To work with us, Swedish citizenship is required. The position is classified in a security class, and a security review with a background check will be conducted before a hiring decision is made. Since a large part of the tasks involve confidential information, the possibility of remote work is limited.

About ISP

ISP is a government agency with a foreign policy focus. Our missions include export control of strategic products and review of foreign investments. We are also the national authority for the Chemical Weapons Convention and handle international sanctions. Read more about us at isp.se.

ISP is a growing specialist authority located in Solna/Stockholm. We are continuously recruiting for new assignments, and we employ political scientists, lawyers, engineers, and many other experts. We are over a hundred employees who together create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We believe that our differences are a strength as the work requires flexible thinking and the ability to incorporate different perspectives. With us, you will work in spacious and fresh premises that provide a conducive environment for complex issues. Our work primarily takes place in the office as security is our focus.

In addition to good development opportunities, we offer flexible working hours, wellness hours, and a wellness allowance of 5,000 SEK per year. Vacation is 28 - 35 days per year (depending on your age), and you have the option for salary exchange. The state collective agreements provide you with secure employment and good occupational pension. Read more about our benefits at isp.se.

We operate according to the state value base, and our focus is on legality and objectivity as well as service and efficiency. It is important to us that you share these values.

Application

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV, diploma, and personal letter by March 16, 2026. Reference number 2026-9.2-0010. According to the National Archives' regulations, application documents from non-selected applicants will be deleted two years after the hiring decision has taken effect.

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