Bodyguard at Security Police

About This Role

As a bodyguard at the Security Police, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of the central government leadership in Sweden. This position requires high social competence, decisiveness, and sensitivity. You will receive unique training and support for individual development while working closely with your colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and deter threats of violence against the protected person by planning and implementing security measures.
• Manage situations effectively if the protected person is subjected to a physical attack or violation.
• Build and maintain good relationships with protected persons, other authorities, and organizations both in Sweden and internationally.
• Participate in continuous training and physical conditioning to deepen your specialist knowledge.

Requirements

• Swedish citizenship.
• Police degree.
• At least one year of experience as a police officer after graduation and successful completion of probationary service by the application deadline.
• Approved emergency driver training by the start of basic training.
• Excellent communication skills in Swedish, both spoken and written.
• Good communication skills in English, spoken.

Medical and physical requirements:

• Good vision with or without correction; glasses are not permitted due to the nature of the job.
• Good hearing.
• Good physical capacity, including tests in running (up to 3 km), strength tests, and lifesaving in water.

Nice to have:

• Experience in various police operational areas or special skills such as ambulance driving or personal protection work within the Armed Forces.
• Boatmaster's certificate, extended driving license, or instructor qualifications in police subjects.
• Language skills beyond English.
• Experience from other cultures through upbringing, work, studies, or travel.
• Basic knowledge of Sweden's political system and current events.

Benefits

• Individual salary setting regardless of employment type.
• Opportunity to choose between permanent or fixed-term employment.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Important Details

• Application deadline: 2026-12-17.
• Team: Work closely with colleagues and protected persons.
• Employment type: Permanent or fixed-term, depending on the candidate's choice.

Application Process

• Submit your application via the website, including the required documents.