HR Specialist in Recruitment

The Defense Research Agency (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. Our research spans multiple areas, including underwater technologies, cyber defense, space, electronic warfare, sensor systems, civil defense, CBRNe (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive substances), military platforms including weapons and protection, as well as security policy analyses. FOI's research plays a crucial role in building Sweden's defense capabilities. Are you an experienced HR specialist in recruitment? Do you want to work at a growing agency that contributes to societal function and development in defense and security? Then FOI could be your new workplace! We offer a balanced work life, a developmental work environment, and socially important work. About the Position In the role of HR specialist, you will work consultatively and closely with management to recruit across different specialist areas. You will be part of a team of approximately 15 people working together, independently driving multiple recruitment processes in parallel from start to finish. You will be responsible for conducting an efficient and high-quality recruitment process together with managers. You will also conduct security interviews. There are opportunities to work on development in various side projects. The position is located in the Kista office, with occasional travel to our other offices in Umeå, Linköping, and Grindsjön. About the Unit You will belong to the recruitment section within the HR unit, which consists of over 40 people supporting the organization in personnel matters, recruitment, salary, and training. Unit employees are located in Kista, Linköping, Umeå, and Grindsjön. Do You Have the Competence Profile We Need? Requirements We are seeking someone who has: A relevant academic education, or alternative education combined with experience that FOI assesses as equivalent. Several years of experience working with competency-based recruitment in an independent role, having responsibility for the entire recruitment process. Excellent ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing in Swedish. To succeed in the role, it is crucial that you have an excellent ability to collaborate and build good relationships. You should be confident and stable, with a good ability to create trust. You need to be meticulous, self-driven, and flexible, with the ability to set and meet timeframes. We place great emphasis on your personal qualities. Meriting Factors Previous experience in recruitment within government agencies is considered advantageous. What Can We Offer You? FOI is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defense and security to support Sweden's military and civil defense. We offer a unique workplace where you can work on matters important to total defense and society as a whole. Our research is applied by both defense agencies and civilian actors, playing a crucial role in building relevant and effective defense capabilities. We consciously work to create a good work environment with a healthy balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about working with us at: https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html This is a permanent position that begins with a six-month probationary period. Want to help seek answers for a safer world? Welcome to submit your application by 23/11 2025. We do not want a personal letter; instead, we ask you to answer some questions as comprehensively as possible and attach your CV. For more information about the position, please contact Linda Elg, Recruitment Section Manager. Union representatives are David Sundell (Saco-S) and Magnus Lindström (OFR/S – ST). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00. As the position is placed in a security classification, Swedish citizenship is required. A security review with register check will be conducted before employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). For the security review, the final candidate will need to submit certified copies of specified educational/degree certificates and employment certificates verifying the knowledge and experience relevant to the position. As a government agency, submitted application documents are considered public documents and may be released upon request according to the Public Access and Secrecy Act. Offers from recruitment companies and advertisers are not welcome.