Do you want to help shape global sustainable development? Would you like to be part of our growth and success and work with investments in developing countries?
We are now looking for a paralegal for a full-time, permanent position in Helsinki. The position is in Finnfund’s legal affairs function, and as a paralegal, you report to the chief legal counsel.
What you will be doing
Finnfund is mandated to provide long-term financing for economically feasible private sector projects in emerging markets. At the end of 2023, Finnfund’s portfolio contained 198 investment decisions in 53 countries. Our financing is channeled either as debt, equity, or mezzanine instruments. We invest also through private equity funds.
In this position, you will assist legal counsels in their daily work, specifically in the preparation and monitoring of projects. You will
Who we are looking for
An ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s level degree with a focus on law and a minimum of 3 years of applicable professional experience from a law firm or legal department of a company or a financial institution. We expect you to have completed studies in company law and contract law and require knowledge of the legal concepts of the same. You should also have experience in assisting with legal matters. Experience in assisting with debt financing and/or equity investments, as well as cross-border transactions, is considered an asset.
Excellent writing and communication skills in English are prerequisites, while fluency in other languages and international experience are considered assets. A successful candidate for this position is a proactive person who has good teamwork skills, the capability to take responsibility and full ownership of their work and is able to work independently under time pressure. In today’s hybrid working environment excellent ICT skills are required.
What’s in it for you
We are based in Helsinki, the capital of Finland – the world’s happiest country. Our modern office space in Ruoholahti was designed together with our staff members. Everyone has their desk at the office, but as a hybrid workplace, many of us work from home 1-3 days a week.
Flexible working hours, extensive occupational health care services, and recreational activities are some of the ways how Finnfund promotes employee well-being, work-life balance, and job satisfaction. We advance and monitor equality and encourage our employees to carry out continuous learning and professional improvement.
Finnfund motivates its employees to take care of their well-being and health by supporting their sports and cultural activities. Finnfund’s employees can also choose between an employer-subsidised commuter benefit or a bicycle benefit.
Get in touch
For more information about the position, please contact Ms Katriina Lenkkeri, chief legal counsel, tel. +358 41 510 4090 preferably on 17 or 19 December 2024 between 10 am and 11 am or via email at katriina.lenkkeri@finnfund.fi.
We look forward to receiving your application by 31 December 2024 at the latest. Please attach your CV and salary request with your application. If you have a disability and require assistance during the recruiting process, please get in touch with the contact person mentioned above. When needed, we can adjust the process according to your need for support.
We encourage applications from qualified individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences, and abilities.
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