Kiinnstityönä

Kiinnstityönä is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "as a fixed work" or "as permanent employment." It refers to a type of employment contract where the intention is for the work to be ongoing and not temporary. This contrasts with fixed-term contracts, which have a defined end date. In Finland, the primary principle of labor law is that employment relationships should be permanent unless there are specific, justifiable reasons for a fixed-term contract.

When an employment relationship is established as kiinnstityönä, it implies a mutual understanding that the employment will continue indefinitely. This offers greater job security for the employee. Employers are generally expected to provide a clear justification if they wish to offer a fixed-term contract instead of permanent employment. Common reasons for fixed-term contracts include covering for an employee on leave, seasonal work, or specific project-based roles. However, repeated use of fixed-term contracts without valid grounds can be challenged. The concept of kiinnstityönä underscores the Finnish legal framework's preference for stable and long-term working relationships.