Working in Sweden
Latest news and need-to-know information from Sweden on work culture, workers' rights, workplace etiquette and rules, trade unions, taxes, salaries, and more.
Looking for work in Sweden? The hottest jobs right now are in the blue-collar sector
Demand for construction workers and several other traditional blue-collar roles is growing rapidly in Sweden, according to new figures. But the white-collar sector is lagging behind.
Foreign researchers make up half of new hires at Swedish universities
The number of foreign researchers in Sweden has doubled since 2012, and now make up around half of all new hires in university research, a new report from Statistics Sweden revealed.
My Swedish Career: 'By moving here I had more chance of doing what I dreamed of'
When Gavin Maycroft arrived in Stockholm aged 28 to join his Swedish girlfriend, he’d mainly been a waiter. But he soon blagged his way into DJing and music events, and 20 years later is one of the main bookers for the Stockholm Jazz Festival.
Q&A: Why Swedish unions are launching a strike at the games maker King
With four days to go until workers at the Swedish game developer King are set to go on strike, The Local spoke to Camilla Frankelius, negotiations chief at the Engineers of Sweden union, about why it's necessary to win a collective bargaining agreement.
'Reassess your cultural background': Key tips for foreign job hunters in Sweden
Many foreigners living in Sweden want to stay in the country but struggle to find a job, despite having relevant qualifications. The Local spoke to three experts for their advice.
More unions join pending strike at Swedish Candy Crush maker
Three new unions have thrown their weight behind a looming strike at King, the games company behind Candy Crush Saga, which is aimed at ending the company's long refusal to sign a collective bargaining agreement.
Foreign-born workers help push down Swedish unemployment rate
Unemployment in Sweden is falling slowly, with the biggest decline recorded among foreign-born residents, according to monthly figures from the Public Employment Service.
Tell us: Have you experienced discrimination when applying for jobs in Sweden?
A new study suggests that employers in industries with few employees with foreign backgrounds reject applicants with foreign names at a higher rate than typically Swedish names. We want to hear from readers of The Local about your experience of discrimination or bias when applying for jobs in Sweden.
Men with foreign names hit hardest by hiring bias in Sweden
Male job seekers with foreign names are hit harder by discrimination than women, according to a study from Stockholm University.
8 surprising perks to living in Sweden that anyone can take advantage of
From endless refillable coffee to free advice for entrepreneurs, moving to Sweden comes with a whole trove of low-key benefits that Swedes are so accustomed to they barely get a mention. The Local’s reader Gemma Casey-Swift shares a shortlist of the more hidden perks she’s discovered.
Tesla mechanics in Sweden out on strike again
Tesla mechanics working for the IF Metall union have renewed their strike at Tesla workshops in Sweden.
'Everything is on hold': The ups and downs of working in Sweden in summer
Office fruit disappears, trains and restaurants shut down, and it is impossible to get anything done if it involves a Swedish colleague. The Local's readers report from Sweden's deserted summer offices.
Can your boss call you back from vacation in Sweden?
If your boss asks you to cancel your summer vacation, you may be obligated to do so. But not for just any reason.
New international day helps foreign talents network in southern Sweden
Since Copenhagen started hosting its annual International Citizen Days back in 2019, the events have become an important first step for international workers into Danish society, so this year Lund decided to launch its own event.
Sweden set to double three-month deadline for (some) laid-off work permit holders
Sweden is finally moving forward with a proposal to extend the three-month deadline for work permit holders who lose their jobs to six months, bringing Swedish work permit rules in line with a new EU directive.
Job outlook improves for white-collar workers in Sweden, new figures show
Fewer white-collar workers are being laid off, and it looks like it is a little easier for those who have lost their jobs to get a new one, according to recent figures from the Swedish Job Security Council (TRR).
SAS predicts 29,000 new jobs in Denmark and southern Sweden by 2030
Scandinavian airline SAS said on Tuesday that it will invest heavily in Copenhagen Airport, creating new jobs, and buy up to 40 new Airbus jets in its biggest aircraft order ever, signalling a turnaround after years of financial woes.
Is it legal for your Swedish boss to contact you out of hours?
In an ideal world, your boss would never need to get hold of you while you're on holiday or during your time off. But what does the law say if they do?
Why do the Swedes take such long summer holidays?
Summer in Sweden means workplaces emptying for weeks on end and a flood of 'out of office' replies from colleagues and clients taking lengthy vacations. But have you ever wondered exactly how the four-week summer holiday became so entrenched in Swedish society?
End of working from home? Swedish companies push for return to the office
More and more employers in Sweden want their white-collar staff to go back to the office.
Do I get a day off in Sweden at Midsummer?
When Swedes talk about celebrating midsommar, they mean Midsummer's Eve, which this year falls on Friday June 19th. It's not a so-called 'red day', but do you still get the day off?
Why you get paid MORE when you take time off in Sweden
Workers in Sweden enjoy relatively generous rights, especially when it comes to holiday. In fact, you actually get paid a bonus for not being at work.
KEY POINTS: How a new law eases permit rules for researchers and PhDs in Sweden
New rules which aim to simplify residency rules for foreign researchers and PhD students, but limit how much paid work they can do, came into force on June 11th. Here are the main points.