HR Specialist

HR Specialist – Employee & Labor Relations (Nordics)

Location: Stockholm
Contract: Full-time, Temporary (7 Jan – 30 Sep 2026)
Remote: Up to 40%

A leading global organisation is seeking an HR Specialist, Employee & Labor Relations to support its Nordic region operations (Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark). This role focuses on managing a wide range of employee relations topics, from performance management and policy interpretation to disciplinary matters and conflict resolution.

You will also play a key role in labor relations processes, supporting negotiations and consultations with unions and employee representatives across the four countries. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in employment law, HR policies, and regional labor relations practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to employee and people leader queries related to HR policies, performance management, employment law, and contractual matters using a case management system.

• Own and manage assigned cases, ensuring timely, high-quality resolution and consistent application of HR policies.

• Collaborate with labor relations representatives and contribute insights to support negotiations and consultations.

• Build strong, trusted relationships with business leaders, employees, and HR colleagues across the region.

• Identify process improvement opportunities within daily HR operations.

• Support and participate in country- or cluster-level events, including restructurings, organisational changes, or M&A activities.

• Prepare and manage documentation related to labor relations processes.

Your Background & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources, Employment Law, or Labor Law.

• Experience in employee and labor relations across Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Denmark.

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow through on complex tasks.

• Excellent problem-solving capability and the ability to assess and respond to employee needs effectively.

• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgement.

• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality, end-to-end employee experiences.

• Quick learner with the ability to understand systems and processes efficiently.

• Proactive, enthusiastic team player who contributes positively to the work environment.

• Languages: Business-proficient English and Swedish (required).

What This Role Offers

• The chance to work in a dynamic, international environment.

• Opportunities to collaborate on impactful, high-visibility HR projects across multiple countries.

• Exposure to labor relations negotiations and Nordic employment legislation.

• Strong potential for personal and professional development within a global HR framework.