valtuuttettu

Valtuutettu is a Finnish term that designates a person who has been granted authority to act on another person’s or organization’s behalf. The word can function as an adjective (valtuutettu) or as a noun referring to the person who holds the authority. The root verb is valtuuttaa, meaning to authorize or empower, and valtuutettu denotes that authorization has been conferred.

In legal and corporate contexts, valtuutettu commonly refers to someone who has signatory rights or a mandate to represent an entity. The scope and limits of the authority are typically defined in a valtuutus (power of attorney) or in corporate documents such as articles of association or a board authorization. The authorized person may be empowered to sign contracts, make decisions, or represent the party in meetings, within the boundaries set by the document.

In public administration and politics, valtuutetut can also refer to elected representatives, such as members of a municipal council (valtuuston jäsenet) or delegates in deliberative bodies. The exact duties depend on the rules of the governing body.

In everyday language, valtuutettu is used to describe someone who is officially empowered to act on another’s behalf, whether in a business, legal, or organizational setting. The term is closely linked to related concepts such as valtuutus (authorization or power of attorney) and valtuuttaa (to authorize).

See also valtuutus, valtuuttaa, valtuuttaminen.