työllisyydessä

Työllisyydessä is a Finnish term used to describe the state of being employed. In Finnish labor market statistics, työllisyydessä refers to individuals who are engaged in paid work or self-employment for at least part of the reference period. It is contrasted with työttömyys (unemployment) and inactivity, and together these concepts form the basis of the measurement of the labor market.

Key indicators related to työllisyydessä include the työllisyysaste, the employment rate—the share of employed persons within the working-age population (typically 15–64 years). Other common measures are the absolute number of työlliset, and the distribution of work by status such as full-time, part-time, and self-employment, as well as hours worked and job tenure. The figures are produced primarily by Statistics Finland and are used in national and international comparisons, as well as in policy analysis.

Determinants and policy: Työllisyys is influenced by education, skill levels, experience, demographic structure, and macroeconomic conditions. Policy responses fall under active labor market policies, including job-search assistance, training and education, wage subsidies, supported employment for youths or long-term unemployed, and public employment programs. Structural reforms and innovation-driven growth are also pursued to support sustained työllisyys.

Trends and context: In Finland, sustained työllisyys depends on the economy’s ability to create jobs in services and knowledge-intensive sectors, while aging demographics and automation pose challenges. The COVID-19 pandemic affected employment temporarily, with subsequent recovery driven by domestic demand and export-oriented industries. International data apply standard definitions to enable cross-country comparisons.

People seeking related concepts may also consider työttömyys, työmarkkinat and aspects of the Finnish labor market and legislation.