Customs Service Seeks Head of Revenue Unit North

Are you interested in working with international trade and helping companies handle customs correctly? Then the position of Unit Manager for the Northern Region within the Revenue Department might be right for you. The Swedish Customs Administration has an important societal mission with the vision "only approved goods across the border," which means that only legal and declared goods pass our borders. Our goal is to create a safer society, increased growth and welfare, and fair competition. The Revenue Department has a broad mandate to work for correct revenue collection, i.e., customs, taxes, and fees, through three areas of operation: permits, post-clearance control, and revenue monitoring. This means we issue and monitor permits that facilitate trade for companies, verify that imports and exports have been conducted correctly through audits, and ensure that levied customs, taxes, and fees are paid. The regulatory framework for these operations is largely EU-wide, and we participate in many international working groups that develop legislation and processes. The Revenue Department's work is conducted within four units with flexible groups that work with the entire Customs Administration's mandate but are specialized according to operational needs. We are now seeking a manager for the Northern Unit in Sundsvall. The unit consists of two groups with a total of approximately 25 employees. About the Position As Unit Manager, you are responsible for the unit's management group, which consists of two group leaders and the unit's management support staff. The unit primarily works with payment management and unregulated receivables, processing and monitoring company permits, in-depth solvency assessments, basis for trade statistics, and reporting Sweden's customs revenues to the EU Commission. You also have an important role in the department's management group, which consists of the department head, deputy department head, and the four unit managers from the north, east, south, and west regions. You are expected to participate in developing the entire department's operations together with other colleagues in the management group and collaborate with colleagues from other departments. You are expected to direct, lead, follow up, and develop operations in line with the Customs Administration's vision and operational plan. You are responsible for the unit's goals and results, as well as overall budget responsibility. You will also, together with another unit manager, have responsibility for coordinating revenue monitoring work across the department's operations. The unit and department are developing new IT support for operations, and you need to create good conditions for this work. The Customs Administration's operations are complex and constantly evolving. Improvement work is part of everyday life. We are Looking for Someone Who Has: • Several years of management experience • Good understanding of how a government agency functions in management, governance, organization, and follow-up • Swedish citizenship It is Meritorious if You Have: • Experience leading other managers • Experience with agile work methods and developing system support for operations • Change management experience • Good knowledge of the Customs Administration's work and the Revenue Department's areas of operation • Academic degree in a relevant field, such as economics, political science, law, or behavioral science Personal Qualities We are seeking someone who is experienced, stable, and confident in their leadership. You are results-oriented and passionate about developing both people and operations through clear and coaching leadership that creates engagement, inclusion, and accountability. As a person, you have the courage to make decisions, demonstrate initiative, and steer towards set goals through subordinate managers. You have a good ability to prioritize and adjust when conditions change. You have experience leading and driving change processes and challenge yourself and others to think innovatively to stimulate innovation and creativity. You formulate long-term strategies, break down large goals into manageable steps, and have a good holistic view. You are adept at collaboration and creating contacts with others both within and outside the Customs Administration. We place great emphasis on personal suitability. We Offer You By working at the Customs Administration, you have an important job where you contribute to a safe and secure society. We highly value well-being and skills development, and we strive for you as an employee to have a good work-life balance. We offer secure employment terms, and our benefits include fitness allowance, subsidized medications, and good vacation and pension conditions. Other Details Reference Number: TV-2025-26191 Location: Sundsvall Employment is a permanent position and begins with a 6-month probationary period. Within the Customs Administration, time-limited management appointments of 5 years with the possibility of extension are applied. Full details about security requirements, application process, contact information, and application deadline are included in the original Swedish text.