Every year, the Swedish Social Insurance Agency makes 21 million decisions that impact people's lives and society as a whole. We distribute approximately 260 billion kronor each year. It is the tax money of everyone that we manage, which is a significant responsibility. Therefore, we thoroughly assess each case, follow laws and regulations, provide information and guidance, show care, and demonstrate empathy. This is a job for those who want to take responsibility. Welcome to the Swedish Social Insurance Agency.
Are you a lawyer ready to make a difference? We need more legal experts who can think strategically and creatively.
The Department for Children and Families administers several different social insurance benefits, including parental benefits, pregnancy benefits, maintenance support, and housing allowance. The Legal Support operational area is responsible for the department's reassessment processes, court proceedings, and legal support closely related to case handling. We have a number of litigation lawyers in the Department for Children and Families located in Gothenburg and Sundsvall. We are in an exciting phase of development and need to expand our team. We are looking for someone who enjoys taking personal responsibility for their tasks.
Legal Matters, Reviews, and Negotiations
As a litigation lawyer, you will represent the Swedish Social Insurance Agency in social insurance cases in administrative courts and appeals courts. The work involves both written case handling and oral hearings in administrative courts. The role includes development work where you actively work to improve our practices and participate in legal quality follow-ups. If needed, you also contribute with other legal support within the department.
In the role of litigation lawyer, you will handle confidential information which requires strict compliance with confidentiality standards. Therefore, it is crucial that you have a strong sense of security and confidentiality.
This is a job for those who want to take responsibility.
We are looking for someone who
• holds a law degree
• is a qualified clerk or has equivalent competence, for example, other court experience or experience with reassessment or appeal processes within an authority
• acts on their own initiative and takes responsibility for high-quality results
• has a systematic and meticulous working style
• can understand and analyze complex issues
• communicates clearly, succinctly, and structured
• collaborates effectively to achieve shared goals.
It is advantageous if you
• have current experience with social insurance cases in administrative courts
• have strong knowledge of administrative procedural law and social insurance law
• possess knowledge relevant to the current department’s insurance area.
We place great importance on your personal qualities.
Other Information
1 position, permanent, full-time, with start date by agreement. A probationary period may be applicable. In accordance with the Swedish Social Insurance Agency’s security guidelines, background checks will be conducted in this recruitment process. Remote work is possible if the work allows for it. Psychological tests may be used as part of the selection process. Location options: Sundsvall, Gothenburg.
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Contact Persons
Manager: Anna Yngvesson, 010-111 69 74 (for questions regarding the position). HR Specialist: Sara Ståhl,
[email protected], 010-114 15 35 (for questions about the recruitment process). ST: Carolina Mancho, 010-116 28 80, Saco-S: Johanna Älander, 010-111 91 21, Seko: Johanna Grundström, 010-115 30 44.
Application
We welcome your application by November 24, 2025. Please upload your degree certificates, grades, and references along with your application.
If you have protected personal information or do not have access to Bank ID, please contact the HR specialist named in the advertisement for assistance with submitting your application.
In all that we do, we act based on the principle of the equal worth of all individuals, legal certainty, and providing good service to citizens.