Data Protection Officer

The Risk Department is seeking a Data Protection Officer who wants to drive the development of the Riksbank's work with data protection and regulatory compliance. WE OFFER YOU With us, you will have a challenging and meaningful job in a dynamic environment where Sweden's economic development is the focus. The role offers good insight into the Riksbank's operations, providing you with many points of contact and significant opportunities to influence and develop the Riksbank's data protection efforts. YOUR ROLE WITH US It is of great importance to the Riksbank that personal data is handled correctly. The Data Protection Officer must be independent and monitor the authority's compliance with data protection legislation. You will provide advice and support to the Riksbank's departments and conduct training on data protection. The Data Protection Officer will serve as the contact person for the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection and for the data subjects. You will review compliance and report directly to the Riksbank's Executive Board on data protection issues. Through your proactive approach, you will support departments in their work with personal data management and contribute to further developing the Riksbank's data protection efforts. The role of Data Protection Officer offers you the opportunity to build a broad network. You will be surrounded by driven, knowledgeable, and engaged colleagues internally and other data protection officers externally, through participation in networks and working groups. In the role of Data Protection Officer, you will closely collaborate with the Riksbank's compliance function. YOUR TEAM The Risk Department consists of approximately fifteen employees responsible for internal governance and control, operational and financial risks, compliance, and data protection. The department's tasks include coordination, advice, support, follow-up and control, as well as reporting on the Riksbank's risks. The department operates based on the value of succeeding together, where everyone plays an important role in the department's ability to achieve success. Here you can read more about the Riksbank's organization. MORE ABOUT YOU We are looking for someone with a Swedish law degree and at least 5 years of experience in qualified legal work from both public administration and the private sector, preferably in the financial sector. You have at least 3 years of experience from a government agency. Furthermore, you have worked with advisory roles in data protection law or other compliance matters. You possess good knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation and other data protection legislation. You also have a solid understanding of public access to information and confidentiality. We place great emphasis on personal qualities and your ability to independently drive, communicate, and anchor your work. You have an excellent ability to express yourself verbally and in writing, in both Swedish and English, with the capacity to explain complex legal issues in a pedagogical manner. You are engaged, work proactively, and understand the value of building good relationships and collaborating with others. You also possess good judgment and high integrity. To succeed and thrive in this role, an understanding of the organization's needs and sensitivity in dialogue with employees from various parts of the Riksbank is required. Knowledge of the Riksbank's organization and governance, as well as the legislation governing the authority's operations, is an advantage. MORE ABOUT THE POSITION Start date: January 2026 or as agreed. Employment type: Permanent position, probationary period may apply. Location: Head office in central Stockholm. Working hours: Trust-based working hours. Remote work possibility: 1 or 2 days a week. Benefits: Generous vacation terms, salary exchange for pension, subsidized lunch, wellness allowance, subsidized massage, and access to a gym and instructor-led training sessions. The position may be subject to security classification, and a security clearance including a background check, security interview, and special personal investigation 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 Riksdag 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 the citizens for a strong and secure economy. Here, you will face challenges and development every day in a dynamic environment. With us, you will have knowledgeable and engaged colleagues and ample 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 by December 5, 2025, at the latest. 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 included as part of the recruitment process. We also conduct background checks on the final candidates, which means we verify diplomas or other documents that confirm your education. In this recruitment, we will interview candidates on an ongoing basis during the application period. You can read more about how it works when you