Legal Counsel, Finland

Kone México; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KONE is seeking a Legal Counsel to join the Finland legal team. You will partner with the business, advise on a broad range of commercial and legal matters, and help shape contracts and policies. The role emphasizes practical solutions, global collaboration, and the use of AI tools to improve efficiency.

To succeed you should have an LL.M. or equivalent and about 3–5 years of relevant experience, fluent Finnish and English, with Swedish a plus.

Qualifications

• Hold an LL.M. or equivalent university degree in law.
• Approximately three to five years of relevant legal experience.
• Fluent in Finnish and English.
• Other languages (e.g., Swedish) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial and legal matters to the business.
• Draft, review and negotiate customer, supplier and other commercial agreements.
• Coordinate external legal advisors when specialist support is required.
• Develop and update legal policies, guidelines and contract templates.
• Identify legal and commercial risks and help the business manage them.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and translate into business actions.
• Design and deliver engaging legal training.
• Collaborate across functions and countries to manage legal risk.

Skills

Finnish language

English language

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Business insight

Education

LL.M. or equivalent

Job description

Shape the business. Grow as a legal professional. Help move cities forward. Are you a commercially minded lawyer who wants to work close to the business and see the impact of your advice? Would you enjoy combining high‑quality legal work with practical problem‑solving in an international environment? We are looking for a Legal Counsel to join KONE’s legal team in Finland. You will be a trusted legal partner to the business, advising colleagues on a broad range of commercial and legal matters, negotiating agreements and turning complex legal questions into clear, practical solutions. You will have the opportunity to work independently, influence decisions and contribute directly to sustainable and profitable business. Technology and continuous improvement are important to us. You will be encouraged to explore how AI and other digital tools can make legal work smarter, more efficient and more valuable to the business. Your impact Act as a trusted legal adviser to business leaders and colleagues, and support the prevention and resolution of contractual issues and disputes. Draft, review and negotiate customer, supplier and other commercial agreements. Coordinate external legal advisors when specialist support is required. Develop and update legal policies, guidelines and contract templates. Identify legal and commercial risks early and help the business manage them effectively. Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and translate them into clear business actions. Design and deliver engaging legal training. Collaborate across functions and countries to achieve business objectives with an appropriate level of legal risk.

What will help you succeed

• Hold an LL.M. or equivalent university degree in law.
• Have approximately three to five years of relevant legal experience, gained in‑house, at a law firm or through a combination of both.
• Are fluent in Finnish and English.
• Other languages, including Swedish being a plus.
• Enjoy understanding the business behind the legal question and taking ownership in an international environment.
• Have strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, sound judgment and the ability to explain complex matters clearly and provide pragmatic recommendations.
• Are curious about AI and how technology can support legal professionals.
• Experience in data privacy or intellectual property is an advantage, but not a requirement.
• International work or study experience is an advantage, but not a requirement.
• Even if you do not meet every preferred qualification, we encourage you to apply if the role and its core responsibilities match your experience and ambitions.

Why join KONE Legal?

• Meaningful work: Your advice will influence real commercial decisions and help the business succeed responsibly.
• A strong professional community: You will work with experienced, business‑minded legal colleagues who share knowledge and support one another.
• Innovation and purpose: You will be encouraged to explore new ways of working while contributing to an innovative and sustainable company with strong values.
• Professional growth and international exposure: You will broaden your legal and commercial expertise through varied assignments and collaboration across a multicultural business environment.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co‑workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on https://kone.com/global/en/careers.html

At KONE, our purpose is to shape the future of cities. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we move two billion people every day, making their journeys safe, convenient, and reliable with smart and sustainable People Flow®. In 2025, KONE had annual sales of EUR 11.2 billion, and at the end of the year over 60,000 employees in close to 70 countries. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.