UHR is an authority with a broad and varied mandate within higher education. We advocate for education, exchange, and development – for everyone who wants to advance. The authority is driving a digital transformation focused on enhancing our digital service delivery to the education sector. We also aim to streamline our internal processes with the support of digitalization and create added value for both taxpayers and employees. As an HR strategist, you will have a challenging assignment and the opportunity to influence an organization in transition.
The Swedish Council for Higher Education (UHR) is seeking a self-driven and senior HR strategist with deep expertise in labor law, leadership, and change communication for a fixed-term position of 2 months starting December 1, with the possibility of extension.
As an HR strategist at UHR, you will work both strategically and operationally to develop and drive issues related to leadership development, HR processes, and organizational development.
Your main responsibilities will include:
• Supporting managers in change management and change communication
• Assisting managers with labor law issues
• Assisting the HR manager in MBL negotiations and preparation of documentation
• Independently conducting management training and workshops on change management
• Other tasks that may arise
• You will be part of an engaged and passionate HR team where you will collaboratively create a work environment characterized by cooperation and development. The HR unit is part of the department for operational support, and in your role, you will report to the HR manager.
Qualifications:
• You have an academic degree in human resources and labor relations or behavioral science
• At least 7 years of current experience in providing qualified support to managers on complex HR issues
• Since this is a fixed-term position, you need to already possess current knowledge of government regulations and have extensive experience in change management, leadership development, MBL, and labor law issues
• You are analytical, structured, and have a strong ability to work independently
• You have current experience in developing and implementing governing documents, methods, decision support materials, and support resources
• You have a very good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish
Desirable:
• Personal experience in a leadership role, such as team leader or manager
• Education in occupational health and safety
• Current experience in facilitating and conducting workshops
Personal qualities:
You are responsible, analytical, and structure your work approach to drive processes forward. You have the ability to think long-term and see the bigger picture. You easily build trusting relationships, adapt your message to your audience, and communicate constructively. We believe it is important that you place HR in its context and to the current operations and enjoy working closely with the organization. You are an unpretentious team player with a coaching approach.
We place great emphasis on personal suitability.
Apply and become one of us!
Please submit your application in the form of a cover letter and CV in Swedish marked with the reference number 2.2.1-01934-2025. The application deadline is November 27.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the recruiting manager Josefin Lindberg, HR manager (
[email protected]). The representative for Saco-S is Kerstin Martínez at phone 010-470 04 69, and for ST, Lisa Samsten at 010-470 03 67.
The Swedish Council for Higher Education has made its selection for this recruitment. Therefore, we kindly ask not to be contacted by advertising sellers or other recruitment service providers.
We offer:
UHR provides a challenging and stimulating work environment where you will have the opportunity to work in a leading role and influence the authority's long-term strategy and development. We offer a professional and stimulating environment with good opportunities for personal development. We are committed to a recruitment process free from discrimination and do not see further adjustments as a barrier.
We have made our selection and do not wish to be contacted by staffing and recruitment companies or advertisers.