palvelussuhteita
Palvelussuhde, often translated as employment relationship or service relationship, is a central concept in Finnish labor law and social security. It refers to the legal bond between an employer and an employee. This relationship is characterized by the employee performing work for the employer in exchange for remuneration, typically a salary or wage. Key elements defining a palvelussuhde include the employer's direction and control over the work, the employee's personal performance of the work, and the employer's obligation to pay wages.
The establishment of a palvelussuhde is usually formalized through an employment contract, which can be written
Distinguishing a palvelussuhde from other types of service provision, such as independent contracting or freelance work,