Vaativuusryhmät

Vaativuusryhmät, meaning "demand groups" or "complexity groups" in English, is a classification system used in Finland to categorize the demandingness of different jobs. This system is primarily employed in the public sector, particularly within the municipal and state service sectors, to ensure fair compensation and equitable treatment of employees based on the inherent complexity and responsibility of their roles.

The classification into vaativuusryhmät considers various factors. These typically include the required level of education and expertise, the complexity of the tasks performed, the degree of autonomy and decision-making authority, the impact of the work on the organization or its clients, and the management or leadership responsibilities involved. Each group represents a distinct level of job complexity, with higher groups indicating more demanding and responsible positions.

The purpose of establishing these groups is to provide a standardized framework for job evaluation and salary determination. By objectively assessing jobs against predefined criteria, organizations can create salary structures that reflect the relative value of different roles. This helps to avoid internal pay inequities and ensures that employees performing work of greater complexity and responsibility are compensated accordingly. The vaativuusryhmät system contributes to transparency and fairness in employment practices within the Finnish public sector.