Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0140856Date Posted:2026-09-01Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Legal, Compliance &amp; AuditJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity You as Junior Lawyer will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Europe (with the position located in Västerås, Sweden). We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Junior Lawyer to join our Legal team for a fixed term of 18 months. You will participate in our specialized learning program, aimed at developing the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful legal career within a global company.You will be exposed to a variety of legal matters and projects, with opportunities to be involved in local, regional, and global projects. As a Junior Lawyer, you will be part of our Legal team reporting to the Regional Head of Legal, Europe. You will assist in the implementation of regional strategy and ensure full compliance with Group directives and local legal regulations.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Assisting the Regional Head of Legal and Country Heads of Legal in providing legal advice and counselling to Hitachi Energy management across a broad range of legal issues or within a specialist area, and manage dispute and litigation matters as directed.</li><li>Conducting legal research and prepare legal documents.</li><li>Supporting contract review and negotiation, including frame agreements, contracts, and partnerships.</li><li>Participating in the development and implementation of legal strategies.</li><li>Supporting good corporate governance at the regional and country level.</li><li>Supporting the implementation of the Code of Conduct and assist in ongoing integrity training.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with company policies, local legal regulations, and Group directives; assist with the implementation of both local and group legal and integrity directives and instructions, and monitor ongoing integrity matters and executing due diligence.</li><li>Contributing to the development and implementation of local and group legal and integrity directives.</li><li>Managing and communicating with external service providers, including legal counsels.</li><li>Participating in various local, regional, and global projects within the department.</li><li>Engaging in continuous learning and development opportunities through the Legal and Integrity learning program</li><li>Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. </li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Graduate degree in law.</li><li>0-2 years of experience.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to be agile and keen to learn.</li><li>Good analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Strong interest in technology and process improvement.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>High level of integrity and ethical standards.</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required</li></ul>More about usWe believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.​Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: ​<ul><li>Collective agreement, occupational pension &amp; possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)​</li><li>Group life insurance and additional insurances.​</li><li>Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank​</li><li>Hybrid work &amp; allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)​</li><li>Health care and wellness allowance​</li><li>Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles &amp; contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)​</li><li>Psychological support program​​</li><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave​</li><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development ​</li><li>Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally​</li><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks​</li></ul>The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.​Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application today. ​Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com​Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +4610 7383804; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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Location:Vaesteras, Vastmanland County, SwedenJob ID: R0140856Date Posted:2026-09-01Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY SWEDEN ABProfession (Job Category):Legal, Compliance &amp; AuditJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunity You as Junior Lawyer will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Europe (with the position located in Västerås, Sweden). We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Junior Lawyer to join our Legal team for a fixed term of 18 months. You will participate in our specialized learning program, aimed at developing the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful legal career within a global company.You will be exposed to a variety of legal matters and projects, with opportunities to be involved in local, regional, and global projects. As a Junior Lawyer, you will be part of our Legal team reporting to the Regional Head of Legal, Europe. You will assist in the implementation of regional strategy and ensure full compliance with Group directives and local legal regulations.How you’ll make an impact<ul><li>Assisting the Regional Head of Legal and Country Heads of Legal in providing legal advice and counselling to Hitachi Energy management across a broad range of legal issues or within a specialist area, and manage dispute and litigation matters as directed.</li><li>Conducting legal research and prepare legal documents.</li><li>Supporting contract review and negotiation, including frame agreements, contracts, and partnerships.</li><li>Participating in the development and implementation of legal strategies.</li><li>Supporting good corporate governance at the regional and country level.</li><li>Supporting the implementation of the Code of Conduct and assist in ongoing integrity training.</li><li>Ensuring compliance with company policies, local legal regulations, and Group directives; assist with the implementation of both local and group legal and integrity directives and instructions, and monitor ongoing integrity matters and executing due diligence.</li><li>Contributing to the development and implementation of local and group legal and integrity directives.</li><li>Managing and communicating with external service providers, including legal counsels.</li><li>Participating in various local, regional, and global projects within the department.</li><li>Engaging in continuous learning and development opportunities through the Legal and Integrity learning program</li><li>Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. </li></ul>Your background<ul><li>Graduate degree in law.</li><li>0-2 years of experience.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to be agile and keen to learn.</li><li>Good analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Strong interest in technology and process improvement.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li><li>High level of integrity and ethical standards.</li><li>Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required</li></ul>More about usWe believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.​Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: ​<ul><li>Collective agreement, occupational pension &amp; possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)​</li><li>Group life insurance and additional insurances.​</li><li>Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank​</li><li>Hybrid work &amp; allowances for setting up a workplace at home (in agreement with line manager)​</li><li>Health care and wellness allowance​</li><li>Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles &amp; contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)​</li><li>Psychological support program​​</li><li>Supplementary compensation for parental leave​</li><li>Various trainings and education supporting employee development ​</li><li>Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally​</li><li>Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks​</li></ul>The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.​Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application today. ​Questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Gustaf Hedström, gustaf.hedstrom@hitachienergy.com​Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +4610 7383804; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 10 7387043; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as <a href="https://www.hitachi.com/en-us/gdpr">Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.</a> Background Screening and Security ChecksAs part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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