Vacant job

EU Unit, Ministry of Justice

Do you want to work at the intersection of EU law and the government's legal processes and contribute to Sweden's work in the EU at the highest level? Then we have an interesting job for you.

Your workday. Sweden's tomorrow.

We are currently looking for lawyers who want to contribute to the EU Unit's work on legal issues. This includes, for example, participating in the handling of the Ministry of Justice's cases before the Court of Justice of the European Union and the General Court, and providing support to the units regarding these cases. The tasks also include providing support regarding the implementation of EU law and in processes that may follow from delayed or incorrect implementation. It also includes supporting the substantive units in EU negotiations, particularly regarding issues concerning primary law, EU legal principles, and case law. Other tasks at the unit may also become relevant, depending on the unit's needs.

The work involves close contact with the substantive units within the ministry, but also with persons in corresponding functions at other ministries, not least at the Prime Minister's Office. The work may also involve collaboration with special attachés stationed in Brussels, and other international contacts.

Read more about our activities at http://www.regeringen.se.

Your background

We are looking for you who have a law degree and at least a couple of years of work experience in areas relevant to the position. You have good knowledge of the EU's institutions as well as their decision-making processes and legal structures. The role also requires a very good ability to express yourself both orally and in writing in Swedish and English.

It is an asset if you have in-depth knowledge in EU law or EU policy, for example through special courses or a thesis at bachelor's or master's level. Experience of EU legal work within the Government Offices or at an authority is an asset, as is experience from one of the EU institutions or otherwise work with EU processes in Brussels. Participation in EU negotiations is also an asset. Likewise, knowledge of French and an understanding of the Government Offices and the Riksdag's work.

Your qualities

The Government Offices' employee criteria are holistic view, development, and results. Everyone working in the Government Offices needs to have a holistic view and collaborate for the benefit of the operations. You are expected to contribute with your perspective and competence and be open to others. You bring ideas and new approaches to improve and develop the operations and your own competence. You are results-oriented in your actions and adapt when needs and direction change.

As a person, you are analytical and enjoy working with complex issues where you can quickly break down and understand problems. You are self-reliant, take responsibility for your tasks, and drive your processes with your own structured approach. You work in a planned and organized manner, prioritize effectively, and meet set deadlines. At the same time, you are flexible, adapt easily to changed circumstances, and see opportunities in new situations. You also have good collaboration skills, communicate attentively, and contribute to smooth and constructive cooperation.

Other information

We plan to hire several people. The positions are for an indefinite-term employment and a fixed-term employment with immediate start.

A security clearance will be conducted before a decision on employment is made.

Are you interested?

If you want to know more about the job and what we offer, contact Helena Garme, who is the acting unit head. For questions about the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact recruitment specialist Therese Blom at [email protected]. Union contact persons are Elin Jansson for Saco and Catharina de Grad for ST. You can reach all contact persons 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 no later than April 22, 2026.