Esihenkilölle

Esihenkilölle is the allative form of the Finnish noun esihenkilö, which means supervisor, line manager, or direct superior in an organization. The form esihenkilölle translates roughly as “to the supervisor” or “for the supervisor” and is used to indicate the recipient or beneficiary of an action.

In Finnish workplaces, the esihenkilö is the person responsible for leading a team or work unit. Responsibilities typically include setting work tasks, planning, monitoring performance, providing feedback, supporting professional development, and ensuring adherence to company policies and safety regulations. The esihenkilö also serves as the main communication link between employees and higher management, translating organizational goals into actionable work for the team and handling day-to-day issue resolution.

Grammatical note: esihenkilölle is the allative case form of esihenkilö. It is used when an action is directed toward the supervisor or when something is intended for the supervisor, such as submitting a proposal or sending documents. For example: “Anna palautetta esihenkilölle.” and “Lähetä ehdotus esihenkilölle.”

In HR and organizational communications, esihenkilö and esihenkilölle appear in policies, training materials, and procedures to clarify responsibilities and communication channels. The term helps specify who is expected to receive information, approval requests, or guidance within a workplace.