Job Opportunity at the Embassy of Sweden

The Embassy of Sweden in Athens is recruiting a property manager and driver. Tentative starting date: September 2026 or as per agreed. Application deadline: Sunday, 9 August 2026.

The Embassy of Sweden in Athens represents Sweden in Greece. The main role of the Embassy is to promote Swedish interests in Greece and strengthen bilateral relations. We report to the Government Offices of Sweden on a broad range of issues, and conduct dialogues with the Greek government, authorities, businesses, and civil society. We provide consular services to Swedish citizens. The Embassy has 11 staff members.

Main duties and responsibilities

The position is divided between technical maintenance of the office and Residence of the Embassy and driving the Ambassador and other Embassy staff.

The tasks as property manager includes the responsibility for maintenance, service and technical projects at the Embassy and Residence, including contacts with local service companies and responsible authorities in Sweden. It also includes purchase of consumer goods, services, and office supplies, assisting with logistical tasks and various administrative support.

The tasks as driver includes transporting Embassy staff safely and efficiently, maintaining the vehicles, handling vehicle-related matters such as insurances and administrative matters and assisting with logistical tasks.

Your skills and profile

• You have minimum a High School degree, and minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in technical support or as a driver.
• You have a valid Greek driver’s licence with a clean driving record.
• You have native proficiency in Greek and high standard of written and spoken English.
• You have computer experience and can use for example Microsoft Office in your daily work. 
• You are flexible and a team player. You have no problems in supporting your colleagues and performing duties outside of regular working hours and also outside your work description.
• You have multitasking skills and the ability to handle emergency situations.
• Previous experience from embassies, ministries or international organizations is an advantage.

What we offer

An indefinite term contract as property manager and driver in a dynamic and multi-cultural environment.

A competitive salary and benefit package.

The Embassy of Sweden in Athens is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications irrespective of gender and background.

How to apply

Please send your application by e-mail to ambassaden.athen@gov.se latest by Sunday, 9 August 2026. Subject line: Application Property manager and driver.

The application should be in English and include a CV, a photo, a personal letter elaborating on your motivation to join the team at the Embassy and digital copies of relevant supporting documents.

Selected candidates will be invited for interviews.

Successful candidates will at a later stage be asked to provide multiple references from previous employers.

Obtaining security clearance will be a pre-requisite for employment.

No phone inquiries please. For additional information about the position, please e-mail ambassaden.athen@gov.se.