We are looking for a new team member to join our HR team!

Are you passionate about people and eager to grow in a collaborative environment? Whether you’re an experienced HR professional or a rising star, we’d love to hear from you.

What we offer

At Avance, we value our people and learn from one another every day. We believe our culture and community are what make people thrive.

Your role

You’ll be a key part of our HR team, surrounded by supportive colleagues and engaging assignments, and collaborate with various stakeholders across the organization – which keeps things interesting! 

Your tasks will include:

• Recruitment
  Own and manage recruitment processes from start to finish, with support from the team.

• Onboarding and offboarding
  Ensure smooth transitions for new and departing employees.

• Coordination of traineeships and tutoring activities
  Ensure that our traineeships and firm-wide tutoring activities run smoothly.

• Coordination of student organization collaboration
  Together with other team members, plan and execute events, coordinate sponsorships, and explore new ways to work with student organizations.

• HR legal compliance
  Assist in maintenance of internal policies, procedures, and practices such that they align with relevant employment laws.

• Administrative tasks
  From collecting data from HR systems to coordinating vacation schedules – no two weeks are the same.

Who we’re looking for

You may be the person we are looking for if:

• You are a graduate from a relevant program, e.g. HR focused degree in University or University of applied sciences 

• You have at least a few years of work experience in HR functions, preferably in the professional services industry

• You demonstrate true enthusiasm for people matters

• You are familiar with the fundamentals of HR law and eager to learn more

• You are interested in the legal field and understand the professional services industry

• You have strong written and verbal communication skills in Finnish and English

• You are diligent and highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks. Meeting deadlines comes naturally for you.

• You enjoy working with others and have excellent cooperation skills

• You have a proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative

• You stay calm during occasional busy periods – and remember, our team has your back!

How to apply

Please send your application, CV, and relevant certificates (University/University of applied sciences degree, transcript of studies, matriculation examination certificate and high school diploma) through the Apply button (in English) by 2 October 2025.

If you have any questions, please contact our HR Manager Edda van der Ende at +358 40 591 7632 (9.9. at 13.00 – 13.30 or 12.9. at 10.00 – 11.00) or [email protected].

We will be in touch shortly after receiving your application. We will start interviews during the application period, and the position might be filled before the application period ends.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About us

Avance is a leading business law firm built on an open culture and a vision for providing legal services of the highest quality. Our aim is to be the leading partner for transactions, conflicts and strategic advice. At Avance, we work in an open and transparent way, encouraging collaboration and sharing expertise. Everyone is deeply involved in cases from junior to more experienced colleagues. This is how we ensure seamless teamwork and the passing on of knowledge. Our people are talented, and we are passionate about our clients. Being friendly and respecting each other are cornerstones for us.