Business and Human Rights Counsel

We are now looking for a skilled human rights lawyer with outstanding knowledge of corporate responsibility who can further strengthen Ericsson’s approach to human rights, including conducting ongoing due diligence and specific human right impact assessments.

In this role you will contribute to Ericsson’s strong history of respecting human rights across the value chain and work across business and market areas to guide, develop and align company efforts. The position is part of the Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility area at the Ericsson Group, with headquarters in Stockholm.

What we do

Ericsson is a pioneer in the private-sector when it comes to addressing human rights risks, environmental and climate issues, as well as boosting socio-economic development and supporting humanitarian relief. We were among the first companies to join the UN Global Compact, and an early adopter of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.

What you will do

• Develop and drive the execution of the company’s human rights strategy, in line with international best practice and emerging regulations
• Contribute with human rights expertise in due diligence processes and risk management
• Conduct specific human rights impact assessments and drive implementation of results
• Be the focal point for human rights in merger and acquisition projects
• Review and develop steering documents to ensure human rights responsibilities are addressed and as well as ensure the reporting is high quality and in line with relevant frameworks

You will bring

• LLM or corresponding degree in law, specialized in human rights
• Several years of proven business and human rights experience working at, or with, multinational companies
• Demonstrated knowledge of the telecom or ICT sector
• Demonstrated knowledge of legal and regulatory developments within the field of business and human rights
• Experience in supply chain due diligence
• Knowledge of International Humanitarian Law and how it applies to private actors is an asset
• Excellent networking and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, coordinate and partner across functions and all levels within a cross-functional organization, as well as with external stakeholders
• Knowledge of due diligence in mergers and acquisitions
• High integrity
• Proficient in English

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build never seen before solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

To Apply

Please visit the Ericsson careers website.