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12th November 2025

Lawyer Position in Akureyri

The Directorate of Fisheries is looking to hire a lawyer for a position in Akureyri.

We are looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic, independent, positive, and driven individual with experience working in public administration.

The human resources of the Directorate of Fisheries are the foundation of its operations, and great emphasis is placed on professional development, teamwork, and knowledge sharing. We offer a good working environment, flexible working hours, and the option of working remotely.

Main tasks and responsibilities

  • Handling of administrative cases in the field of salmon and trout fishing and fisheries management.

  • Legal advice within the Directorate of Fisheries.

  • Communication with other authorities, institutions, and stakeholders.

  • Participation in the creation and development of work processes and the implementation of digital administration.

  • Other legal tasks within the agency's field of work.

Qualification requirements

  • BA degree in Law along with a Master's degree or a professional degree (Cand.Jur or ML) in Law.

  • Knowledge and experience of public administration and administrative law is a requirement.

  • Knowledge and experience in fisheries management and/or salmon and trout fishing is an advantage.

  • Initiative and independence in solving tasks.

  • Good analytical skills.

  • Independence, precision, and discipline in work methods.

  • Good communication skills and tact in interpersonal relations.

  • Very good proficiency in expressing oneself in spoken and written Icelandic is a requirement.

  • Good proficiency in English.

The application deadline is 18th of November 2025, and all further information can be found at Starfatorg.