Head of the Minister and Leadership Secretariat at the Ministry of Justice

A position as Chief of Staff in the Ministry of Justice's department is available for appointment on 1 December 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The area of responsibility for the position for the time being will be to lead the Minister- and Management Secretariat.

About the position

The Minister- and Management Secretariat is part of the Policy- and Leadership Secretariat in the Ministry of Justice's department.

The Minister- and Management Secretariat is among other things responsible for calendar management, handling of procedures to and from the minister and the head of the department, and transport. In addition, the secretariat is responsible for collection, coordination, strategic sparring and advice on the preparation of contributions to the ongoing ministerial and executive board support, including as the coordinator for the Minister of Justice's political priorities and in relation to the Government Committee.

It is expected that, through close professional leadership, you ensure that high-quality results are continuously delivered. You will have the daily responsibility for staff leadership and skills development of capable and engaged employees.

Desired qualifications

We value that you are professionally skilled, that you have a relevant social science education (cand.jur., cand.scient.pol., cand.oecon., cand.polit. or similar) as well as solid experience from the central administration.

In addition, we value that you are a motivating and appreciative leader who can create direction and followership.

Salary and employment terms

The employing department is the Ministry of Justice with associated institutions, and the position is filled on collective agreement terms in accordance with the framework agreement on the contract employment of managers in the state. The position is placed in salary group 1 with a base salary of between DKK 692,339-733,041 per year at the current level. Allowances may be given depending on experience and qualifications.

The position is desired to be filled on a fixed-term basis.

There is a prerequisite for employment that you can undergo a security clearance.

The position is applied for electronically at www.justitsministeriet.dk under Careers.

Further information about the position can be obtained by contacting the head of the Policy- and Leadership Secretariat, Ditte Steen, tel. 2348 0171.

Applications must be received in the recruitment system no later than Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

All interested parties regardless of personal background are encouraged to apply.