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Finland

Specializing in guiding executive leaders through the challenges of self-branding and career transitions, I offer personalized guidance to enhance their professional brand, optimize application materials, and develop effective networking and interviewing strategies. My ultimate goal is to empower executives to confidently secure roles that not only align with their professional aspirations but also make a meaningful impact on their careers. I contribute to the business development and process… Show more Specializing in guiding executive leaders through the challenges of self-branding and career transitions, I offer personalized guidance to enhance their professional brand, optimize application materials, and develop effective networking and interviewing strategies. My ultimate goal is to empower executives to confidently secure roles that not only align with their professional aspirations but also make a meaningful impact on their careers. I contribute to the business development and process improvement, and report to the Founder and Managing Director, Kaukinen Consulting. Show less

I founded and managed a business focused on enhancing workplace well-being and optimizing corporate travel management. I organized corporate events, including well-being days, company parties and promotional activities, and provided comprehensive travel management solutions for meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE). I adapted to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic by diversifying skills to include web design, content creation, digital marketing and sales, and headhunting… Show more I founded and managed a business focused on enhancing workplace well-being and optimizing corporate travel management. I organized corporate events, including well-being days, company parties and promotional activities, and provided comprehensive travel management solutions for meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE). I adapted to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic by diversifying skills to include web design, content creation, digital marketing and sales, and headhunting including mapping, screening, sourcing and contacting talents.Mercuri Urval offered me an employment contract in summer 2021, so I temporarily stepped away from full-time entrepreneurship. However, I continued my entrepreneurial journey in autumn 2023, providing global services in Executive Search, Professional Search, Interim Solutions, Candidate Research and Executive Career Coaching.• Managed various projects and led project teams of up to 10 employees, demonstrating strong organizational and leadership skills.• Contributed to planning and facilitating the transition of physical fairs to virtual event for Minä Olen Keskus.• Successfully transitioned into the field of headhunting, collaborating with Target Vision on a freelance basis.• Played a key role in coordinating and contributing to system development for Target Vision. Show less

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Working closely with the Sector Leader, Nordics and the Professional Search Industrial EMEA team, I was responsible for end-to-end execution of CEO and C-suite searches, including identifying and engaging potential candidates, report writing, handling client and candidate interactions and getting involved in business development and pitch work. I also worked closely with the Executive Search team across EMEA, with some of the largest clients on a variety of C-Suite level roles.Korn… Show more Working closely with the Sector Leader, Nordics and the Professional Search Industrial EMEA team, I was responsible for end-to-end execution of CEO and C-suite searches, including identifying and engaging potential candidates, report writing, handling client and candidate interactions and getting involved in business development and pitch work. I also worked closely with the Executive Search team across EMEA, with some of the largest clients on a variety of C-Suite level roles.Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. Their 10,000 employees serve clients in more than 50 countries. They offer five core solutions: Organizational Strategy, Assessment and Succession, Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development and Total Rewards. Korn Ferry Finland’s turnover was 3,5 M€ and they had 14 employees in 2022. Global turnover was 2,84$ billion in fiscal year 2023. Show less

Helsinki Metropolitan Area

I specialized in refining executive CVs, enhancing skills and motivation articulation, and providing targeted interview coaching. My primary goal was to empower professionals, enabling them to skillfully highlight their strengths and thrive in interviews.Kaukinen Consulting is a career consulting agency.

Helsinki, Southern Finland, Finland

I was responsible for professional recruitment and executive searches in both Finland and the broader European region. My key responsibilities included market mapping, sourcing, screening, conducting interviews, generating reports, maintaining documentation, crafting advertisements and facilitating assessments. I reported to Team Leader.Mercuri Urval is a global Leadership Acquisition and Advisory firm. They provide science-based, precisely tailored, quality assured and ethical… Show more I was responsible for professional recruitment and executive searches in both Finland and the broader European region. My key responsibilities included market mapping, sourcing, screening, conducting interviews, generating reports, maintaining documentation, crafting advertisements and facilitating assessments. I reported to Team Leader.Mercuri Urval is a global Leadership Acquisition and Advisory firm. They provide science-based, precisely tailored, quality assured and ethical Executive Search, Professional Recruitment, Leadership Assessment and Coaching services in partnership with private and public sector clients worldwide. Mercuri Urval Finland’s turnover was 9,8 M€ and they had 36 employees in 2021. Show less

Finland

Target Vision offers tailor made executive search & recruitment solutions for companies in Finland and internationally. My main responsibilities were connecting the right people with the right job places, consulting, research activities, executive and professional search assignments, coordinating and system development.

My responsibilities were social media, lives, blog, newsletters, digital marketing, digital sales and updating websites. Channels I worked with: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn.

I found my purpose, when a headhunter from Target Vision approached me, and I ended up doing headhunting as a freelance contract for Target Vision. My main responsibilities were connecting the right people with the right job places, consulting, research activities, executive and professional search assignments, coordinating and system development.

I led financial operations, overseeing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) including invoicing, conducted comprehensive cost accounting, prepared detailed cash flow statements, and built budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability. Additionally, I managed Human Resource (HR) functions, contributing to onboarding and employee relations. Reporting directly to the Chairman of the Board, I held a pivotal role as a key member of the… Show more I led financial operations, overseeing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) including invoicing, conducted comprehensive cost accounting, prepared detailed cash flow statements, and built budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability. Additionally, I managed Human Resource (HR) functions, contributing to onboarding and employee relations. Reporting directly to the Chairman of the Board, I held a pivotal role as a key member of the executive team, contributing strategic insights and decision-making.• Successfully designed and implemented a budgeting process.• Led the digital transformation of accounting software, enhancing operational efficiency.• Contributed to due diligence to assess the financial situation of the acquired company in an M&A case.Eager to leverage my entrepreneurial spirit, I strategically decided to leave from GoGolf to actively pursue the establishment and development of my own business.The GoGolf group includes the media and online store GoGolf, the Golf Sky equipment chain, indoor and outdoor training centers and several golf courses. GoGolf produces numerous events every year and is the largest company offering golf lessons in Finland. They also offer course maintenance consulting and contracting for Finnish golf courses. Turnover 1,6 M€ and 8 employees in 2018. Show less

As a member of the executive team and controller, I held a wide range of responsibilities including accounting, controlling, HR including payroll, business and marketing planning, and finance negotiations. I reported to Managing Director.• Created financial processes from scratch, including budgeting and forecasting.• Participated in strategic planning and developing compensation models.• Navigated the challenging situation of the company facing bankruptcy, initiated by… Show more As a member of the executive team and controller, I held a wide range of responsibilities including accounting, controlling, HR including payroll, business and marketing planning, and finance negotiations. I reported to Managing Director.• Created financial processes from scratch, including budgeting and forecasting.• Participated in strategic planning and developing compensation models.• Navigated the challenging situation of the company facing bankruptcy, initiated by investors, by managing the entire process from workforce reduction to the final payroll, in collaboration with the bankruptcy estate administrator, showcasing resilience and adaptability in a high-stakes environment.Finello Suomi was a direct marketing company in the renovation industry, founded in April 2016. Finello specialized in renovating bathrooms, saunas and toilets for individual customers. Turnover 1,1 M€ and 20 employees in 2017. Show less

My key responsibilities were accounting, controlling, HR including payroll, technical development andcontributing business strategies. I reported to Managing Director.• Organized and streamlined financial processes, achieving a state of operational excellence.After proactively identifying that the challenges within the role had been addressed, I made the decision to contribute my skills where they were most impactful. I continued in this role for a few months alongside my… Show more My key responsibilities were accounting, controlling, HR including payroll, technical development andcontributing business strategies. I reported to Managing Director.• Organized and streamlined financial processes, achieving a state of operational excellence.After proactively identifying that the challenges within the role had been addressed, I made the decision to contribute my skills where they were most impactful. I continued in this role for a few months alongside my other job.Rakennustoimisto Lehtoranta was founded in 1993, for the demanding contracting of ground and foundation construction. Turnover 4 M€ and 29 employees in 2017. Show less

Espoo, Finland

I was appointed to the role of Accountant. My key responsibilities were AR, AP and credit control in Nordics, and General Ledger, tax reporting and payroll in Finland. I reported to Finance Director.Sun Chemical is the World’s Leading Provider of Inks and Pressroom Products, Color Materials and Advanced Materials. Sun Chemical Finland’s turnover was 45 M€ and they had 50 employees in 2016.

Espoo, Finland

After the successful SAP project, I transitioned into the role of Personal Assistant to Managing Director (Nordics) as my skill set was recognized. My main responsibilities included organization charts, market analysis, internal publishing, and travel and meeting arrangements. Additionally, I continued to support the accounting department alongside my role due to my familiarity with local laws and regulations.

Espoo, Finland

I was originally hired as an Accounting Assistant, with primary focus on accounting tasks and contributing to the SAP project by collecting essential data. I developed expertise in SAP during training in the UK and further contributed by educating colleagues in Finland, translating and compiling instructions for seamless integration. I reported to Finance Director.

Finland

▶ Assistant, Itella Information Oy, Espoo, 03/2009 - 10/2009I worked in the assistant team, where my responsibilities included practical tasks related to office relocation, organizing management meetings and managing accounts payable.▶ Sales Assistant & HR Assistant, Barona Oy, Vantaa, 08/2008 - 01/2009I started at Barona Logistics as a Sales Assistant, primarily making cold calls to prospects and scheduling appointments for sales representatives. I transitioned to Barona… Show more ▶ Assistant, Itella Information Oy, Espoo, 03/2009 - 10/2009I worked in the assistant team, where my responsibilities included practical tasks related to office relocation, organizing management meetings and managing accounts payable.▶ Sales Assistant & HR Assistant, Barona Oy, Vantaa, 08/2008 - 01/2009I started at Barona Logistics as a Sales Assistant, primarily making cold calls to prospects and scheduling appointments for sales representatives. I transitioned to Barona Construction to handle payroll calculations. Additionally, I worked as a secretary for a client, managing financial matters, including payroll.▶ Secretary, Kokkopeat Oy, Espoo, 01/2005 - 07/2008I worked as a secretary with overall responsibility for finance and HR. My tasks included invoicing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, drafting employment contracts, recruitment, and liaising with stakeholders such as the accounting firm.▶ Cashier, Elannon vähittäiskauppa Oy / Siwa, Espoo, 07/2003 - 12/2004I worked as a cashier alongside my studies. My responsibilities included all aspects of retail work, such as stocking shelves, operating the bakery section, customer service and handling cash register transactions.▶ Storage Worker, Barona Oy, Helsinki, 06/2003 – 06/2003I accepted a summer job where my responsibilities included warehouse tasks such as stocking shelves and picking orders.▶ Office Secretary, GE Finland Oy, Helsinki, 06/2002 – 01/2003I went to work for GE over the summer, where I had the opportunity to undertake a variety of office tasks. I continued working there while studying.▶ Cleaner, Helsingin Epilepsialiitto-yhdistys ry, Helsinki, 2001 – 2002I cleaned the premises of the Epilepsy Association alongside my studies.▶ Shop Assistant, S-Market Koillisväylä, Pudasjärvi, 06/2001 – 06/2001My first official summer job was at a grocery store. My tasks included assisting with various duties in the store. Show less

Coursework Towards Master Of Business Administration - Mba, International Business

Bachelor Of Business Administration, Economics - Accounting And Financing

Vocational Examination Of Secretary

Matriculation Examination

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Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Digital Business Solutions