arbetsregister

An arbetsregister is a term used in Sweden for a register of employment. It is a system or database that records and manages information related to an individual's employment history. This typically includes details such as the employer's name, the start and end dates of employment, the job title or role held, and possibly information about the type of employment contract.

Arbetsregister can be maintained by various entities. Employers themselves often keep internal records of their employees' work history for administrative purposes. Swedish authorities, such as the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) or the Swedish Social Insurance Agency (Försäkringskassan), may also maintain registers of employment for tax collection, social security benefits, and unemployment insurance purposes.

These registers serve several important functions. For individuals, an accurate arbetsregister can be crucial for proving their work experience when applying for new jobs, seeking loans, or claiming pension benefits. For employers, it helps in managing their workforce, calculating payroll, and complying with labor laws. For government agencies, these registers are essential for economic planning, social welfare administration, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

The collection and use of data within an arbetsregister are subject to Swedish data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ensuring that personal information is handled responsibly and securely.