Legal Counsel
Paragraaffi OyWe are looking for a Legal Counsel to join Nokian Tyres in a permanent role
Nokian Tyres purpose is to make the world safer by reinventing tires, and how they are made, over and over again - a safer place to drive, work and live now and for generations to come. Inspired by our northern heritage, we develop and manufacture premium tires for passenger cars, trucks and heavy machinery with sustainability at the heart of all our operations. Our Vianor chain provides tire and car services. We are some 4,000 people with net sales of EUR 1.4 billion in 2025, and together we lead the journey to smarter driving for people and for businesses. Nokian Tyres is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Further information:
Further information: https://company.nokiantyres.com/
A key role supporting business and compliance matters
Nokian Tyres is now looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Legal & Compliance team in Helsinki. As a Legal Counsel, you will play a central role in supporting Nokian Tyres’ business across a broad range of legal areas and provide hands-on legal support to the business. In this position, you will provide day-to-day legal advice to internal stakeholders in Finland and internationally, working fluently in English and Finnish.
The role has a strong focus on contract law and commercial legal support, combining legal work related to procurement, R&D, IT, sales and compliance.
In addition, the role includes participation in corporate governance and administration matters, support in dispute-related and pre-litigation situations, and collaboration with external legal service providers. You will also contribute to the development of internal legal processes, tools and ways of working, as well as support the organization through training and guidance on legal topics. Over time, the scope of the role can evolve, allowing you to deepen your expertise or expand into new areas based on business needs and your own professional interests.
At the Helsinki office, you will work closely with your team, which includes the General Counsel, who will also be your direct manager, as well as a Paralegal. The preferred start date for the role is September 2026. We work in a hybrid model, with three freely chosen days per week at the office and the remaining time remotely. The position does not, as a rule, require travel.
What do we expect from you?
We are looking for a legal professional with 3–5 years of relevant experience who is comfortable working independently and handling multiple matters in parallel. You have strong contract law expertise and a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to supporting the organization with clear and solution-driven legal advice. Strong collaboration, negotiation and self-management skills are essential in this role.
To succeed in this role, you are likely to have:
A Master’s degree in Law
Approximately 3–5 years of relevant experience from an in-house role and/or a law firm
Strong contract law expertise and solid commercial understanding
Experience or interest in R&D, IPR, IT or procurement-related legal matters
A pragmatic, business-oriented and solution-driven mindset
Strong negotiation and self-management skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders
Fluency in English and Finnish, both written and spoken
What can you expect from us?
You will join Nokian Tyres’ experienced Legal & Compliance team in Finland, working in a collaborative, low-hierarchy environment that values trust, independence and mutual support.
We offer a broad and meaningful legal role in a globally operating listed company, with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to grow and shape your role over time. Our flexible hybrid working model supports a healthy work–life balance, and you will be supported by a professional, engaged and approachable team. In addition, we offer a competitive total compensation package and comprehensive employee benefits as part of a modern and people-oriented workplace.
Apply now and shape your legal career in a global business environment!
This recruitment is carried out in collaboration with Paragraaffi. Please submit your application by Tuesday, May 26, 2026, via our application system.
According to the preliminary schedule, pre-interviews by Paragraaffi will be conducted during weeks 22–23. Selected candidates will proceed to interviews with Nokian Tyres, scheduled for weeks 24–25.
For more information about the position, please contact: Legal Talent Consultant Joel Kurki (050 556 6570, joel.kurki@paragraaffi.fi).
Paragraaffi is a recruitment agency specializing in legal professionals. We create meaningful careers, bring together employers and legal professionals, build effective teams, and advance the legal profession by producing comprehensive annual research and cooperating with various stakeholders in the legal field. We promote equality and we are committed to a legal profession that is diverse, non-discriminatory and open to all.