Finland’s construction, manufacturing, and logistics industries are experiencing significant labor shortages. For companies looking to hire workers in Finland, understanding the local regulations, licensing requirements, and best practices is essential for successful workforce expansion.
Finland’s Labor Market Overview
The Finnish labor market is characterized by strong worker protections, comprehensive collective bargaining agreements, and strict compliance requirements. Companies hiring foreign workers must navigate TES licensing, tax-at-source registration, and occupational safety regulations.
TES Licensing Requirements
Any company providing temporary staffing services in Finland must hold a valid TES license. This license ensures that the staffing agency complies with Finnish labor laws and collective agreements. Petronord holds a valid TES license and manages all compliance requirements on behalf of clients.
Collective Bargaining Agreements
Finland has industry-specific CBAs that govern minimum wages, working hours, overtime compensation, and benefits. Construction workers, for example, follow the Rakennusalan TES, while manufacturing workers follow industry-specific agreements. Compliance is mandatory and strictly enforced.
How Petronord Simplifies Hiring in Finland
Instead of navigating these complex requirements yourself, Petronord’s staff leasing service handles everything. Workers are employed by us, and we manage all payroll, taxes, insurance, and compliance. You focus on your project, we handle the administration.
Ready to hire workers in Finland? Contact us for a free consultation.