Legal Trainee

We are now looking for a Legal Trainee to join our legal team in Helsinki, Finland, for a full-time and fixed term position (preferably from mid-September 2026 until the end of January 2027).

What you will do

You will be responsible for and assist legal team members in versatile assignments, including:

• Supporting UPM’s business areas and group functions in various contract law related engagements, especially with respect to non-disclosure agreements and material transfer agreements, as well as contracting process deve lopment

• Assisting in legal tech related tasks and projects

• Assisting in other tasks in the legal function, such as information and data collection, legal translation work, preparation of background materials and legal research
  

The Legal Trainee reports to the Group Counsel, Contracts and Technology, and is a member of UPM Group Contracting Team.

Who you are

• You are a person with a positive attitude and a service oriented mindset

• You are ambitious to grow as a legal professional and take initiative in your work

• You can take ownership of your tasks and manage multiple responsibilities while staying focused on key priorities

• You are capable of independently handling typical trainee level legal tasks from start to finish and escalating matters appropriately when needed

• You have completed approximately 60 –80% of your law studies

• You have excellent English and Finnish skills, both written and oral

• You have earlier work experience in a law firm or in house legal department (considered an asset)

• You have experience or interest in contract law, IPR, data protection, IT, and/or legal tech (considered an asset)
  

This is what we offer for you

• A meaningful job : We have an inspiring purpose " We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils ” . Our work is impactful and transformative .

• A caring community : Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment . We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues . We support the work -life balance of all our employees .

• Development opportunities : We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career . We are an international , multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth .

• Responsible employer : Sustainability is at the core of everything we do . We are committed to ambitious , science- based sustainability targets in all areas , from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity . We foster diversity and inclusivity , offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves .
  

Additional information

For further information about the role , please contact Anna Salonen, Group Counsel, Contracts & Technology, tel. +358505549441.

To apply , please submit your CV and cover letter by April 1 9, 2026 . Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received , and you may be contacted before the application deadline.

A security background check may be performed for those selected to UPM positions , in accordance with the company recruitment guidelines and the Security Clearance Act 726/2014.

For support with submitting your application , please contact the HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or tel. +358204146600.