Vacant job

The NUE Combat Support Unit supports decision-makers on the battlefield as well as at the political level. The unit gathers information, analyzes its implications, and communicates findings to relevant commanders – both nationally and internationally.

The unit is subordinate to the Chief of Must and is not part of the new Intelligence Service.

To meet the demands of a changing world, service at NUE involves an initial position training followed by continuous competence development. This ensures flexibility and the ability to quickly shift focus. Are you creative, social, and analytical, with the ability to see the big picture while discerning details, and do you have an interest in international service? Then a position with us may be of interest to you.

Main Duties

You will work with analysis regarding a geographical or thematic processing area related to one of the conflict zones where Sweden operates. The work aims to provide decision-makers in the Government Offices as well as Swedish and multinational military commanders with the best possible decision support. In practice, this means identifying patterns and drawing relevant conclusions based on reporting from various sources. You will work with a broad range of issues, from security policy analysis to tactical intelligence.

The position involves participating in the planning and direction of collection within the processing area, producing written intelligence reports, and conducting briefings. Furthermore, you are expected to collaborate with various actors both in Sweden and abroad.

International service is a mandatory recurring part of the position. The frequency of rotations is planned in consultation between employees and management, estimated at three months per year.

Requirements

• University education or several years of experience in qualified analytical work at another intelligence agency deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Completed and approved conscription training or GMU (General Military Training).
• Swedish citizenship.
• Driver’s license, class B or higher.
• Very good proficiency in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

Merits

• Advanced university degree.
• Training in or experience with intelligence analysis.
• Previous international service for the Swedish Armed Forces, another Swedish authority, or another international organization.
• Good knowledge of military, political, and cultural conditions in conflict-affected areas.
• Additional language skills.
• Work experience in qualified analysis activities.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who is meticulous and has good stylistic ability in both speech and writing. You have a good understanding of systems and strong analytical skills to process and analyze large amounts of text and data.

Furthermore, you have good judgment and are humble regarding the complexity of the task. You have good self-awareness and very good ability to build and maintain relationships, both with internal and external parties. Under pressure, you have very good ability to maintain focus and perform. Handling short and long deadlines is no problem for you.

You are curious and want to develop within the field of operations. To thrive in the role, two of your interests are reading and physical activity.

Other Information

In this process, we ask you to be patient. You have several steps to go through, and a large number of applicants will undergo testing.

Timeline and Process Steps:

• Digital test demonstrating problem-solving ability, as well as personality assessment – from week 34
• Physical tests – SATURDAY week 45 FM/EM
• Writing test – SATURDAY week 45 FM/EM
• Professional interview – from week 50 to week 53
• Psychological assessment – from week 55
• Security clearance interview – from week 60

You will be informed continuously if you qualify for the next step.

The position is a permanent employment with a six-month probationary period, starting 2027-08-09. The position also involves being war-placed (krigsplacerad).

Service begins in August 2027 with a joint education. The education consists of approximately eight months of position training, including training in intelligence and military skills. Working hours during the training may be inconvenient for shorter periods.

If you are not approved in the steps, your probationary employment will be terminated. If you already have employment with the Swedish Armed Forces, a reassignment will occur.

The position is located in Stockholm, but travel is involved.

Selection is ongoing, and your application must include a CV and a cover letter. In the cover letter, we want you to explain why you are suitable for this position. Also attach relevant grades and certificates such as conscription grades, university degree, and courses/training you refer to in your CV.

To maintain good physical and mental health, physical training must be performed at least 3 hours/week during working hours. The employer provides training clothes, and every other year you receive a subsidy (currently 1,200 SEK) for training shoes. As an employee at NUE, you have access to counselors specialized in operational and family support.

The position is subject to secrecy, so we urge you to be discreet in your communication regarding your application for the position.

Questions about the position or the recruitment process can be emailed to: [email protected], please include "Analytiker NUE" in the subject line.

Union Representatives

• SACO – Anders Markow
• OFR/O – Roger Ericsson
• SEKO – Katarina Kruse
• OFR/S – Maria Ekelund

All can be reached via email: [email protected]

Applications for this position will only be accepted via the Swedish Armed Forces website.

Military Intelligence and Security Service (Must) is part of the Swedish Armed Forces Headquarters in Stockholm. We provide the Government and the Swedish Armed Forces with qualified decision support regarding world developments and threats to Sweden's and the Armed Forces' security. Our vision is "A safer Sweden in an uncertain world". Must is a knowledge organization offering both exciting and important tasks for Sweden. Here, officers and civilian experts work in various fields, e.g., political science, IT, economics, technology, mathematics, and HR. A large part of Must's operations are subject to secrecy, so we ask you not to tell others than your closest ones that you have applied for a job at Must. Read more about Must and our operations: https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/siteassets/2-om-forsvarsmakten/dokument/musts-arsoversikter/must-arsoversikt-2022.pdf (https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/siteassets/2-om-forsvarsmakten/dokument/musts-arsoversikter/must-arsoversikt-2022.pdf)

Every day and every hour, our employees make efforts that affect other people's lives, big and small, both at home and around the world. The Swedish Armed Forces give you the opportunity to develop as a person and grow in your role.