Senior Legal Advisor with Focus on Labor Law

The Goal of Gender Equality Work in Sweden The goal of gender equality work in Sweden is for women and men to have equal power and opportunities to shape society and their own lives. This work encompasses issues such as influence, economy, health, education, work, and bodily integrity. The Gender Equality Agency shall ensure the implementation of the government's gender equality policy by contributing to its effective execution. The agency's task is to coordinate, follow up, and provide support in various ways within the areas of gender equality. The Gender Equality Agency is an LGBTQI-strategic agency, which means that it must promote equal rights and opportunities for LGBTQI individuals in its operations. In 2026, the Gender Equality Agency will conduct an agency-wide reorganization, which includes the formation of a management staff. The management staff will be responsible for agency-wide development issues, implementation of results, work towards clearer management, and improved support for agency-wide matters. We are now seeking a Senior Advisor specializing in Labor Law for the management staff. Job Responsibilities You will have an advisory role to the Director-General and Deputy Director-General on agency-wide issues. You will play an active role in implementing the reorganization taking place in 2026 and serve as an expert support, primarily regarding labor law matters. The work also includes handling other HR-related tasks and processes, as well as collaboration issues and negotiations with labor organizations. Qualifications To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements: • University degree in law with a focus on labor law, personnel management/HR, or another equivalent education as assessed by the employer. • Multiple years of experience working in the public sector. • In-depth knowledge of labor law and collective agreements. • Experience supporting management, leaders, and HR in complex labor law matters. • Multiple years of experience supporting and driving strategic employer issues. • Multiple years of experience in negotiation work and representing the employer in relation to labor unions. • Extensive experience with consultative support and advisory work in a knowledge-intensive organization. • Basic knowledge of Swedish gender equality policy. We consider the following as meritorious: • Work experience from another government agency. • Knowledge of state collective agreements. Personal Suitability We place great importance on personal suitability. As a person, you have an approach that contributes to trust and confidence throughout the organization. You are driven to contribute to a culture that creates efficiency and results and have excellent collaboration skills. Your surroundings perceive you as communicative, with an understanding of different individual opinions and perceptions. You have strong pedagogical abilities and can explain and communicate labor law issues and complex organizational decisions clearly. To succeed in the assignment, you need a good understanding of the state's role as an employer and the ability to stand behind and contribute to the implementation of employer decisions. Employment Information This is a specific fixed-term full-time position until June 19, 2026. Start date is January 5, 2026. The position is located at the Gender Equality Agency's office in central Gothenburg. Travel may be required. The agency offers several benefits focused on health and sustainable work-life balance for all ages, such as the opportunity to work up to 60% remotely, wellness hour, and wellness allowance. Practical Information Apply by November 23, 2025! The Gender Equality Agency welcomes applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds. We accept applications electronically through our recruitment system. If you have protected personal information, do not apply through the recruitment system but contact HR for handling your application. For more information about the position, contact Lena Leed, Deputy Director-General, 031-392 90 02. For questions about the recruitment process, contact Johanna Larsson, HR Specialist, 031-392 91 60. Trade union contact information: for Saco-S Joanna Domachowska 031-392 91 19 and for ST Beatrice Löfström 031-392 91 04. We welcome calls from those interested in the job but decline offers from those selling advertisements and recruitment services.