Finnfund trainee focuses on compliance tasks

Finnfund, the Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation, has welcomed Eero Jukola to its compliance team as a trainee starting in early May. Jukola is pursuing a bachelor's degree in finance at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT) and brings prior experience from the banking sector.

During his traineeship, Jukola has been actively involved in managing Know-Your-Customer (KYC) and customer due diligence tasks for projects throughout their lifecycle. His responsibilities include maintaining KYC information, contacting clients for necessary data, and collaborating closely with project managers and other stakeholders.

Jukola expressed that his interest in compliance developed during previous roles, and he finds Finnfund to be an excellent environment to expand these skills through the lens of impact investing. He has also gained valuable experience in time management, workload balancing, and integrating independent work with teamwork.

The international and multinational working environment at Finnfund has been a significant aspect for Jukola. He also values the work-life balance and opportunities for informal interaction with colleagues, such as weekly stretching sessions and company events.