English-Speaking Jobs in Helsinki — International Careers in Finland

By Faruse Editorial Team, Career Market Analysts

Last updated: 26 March 2026

Summary

Find English-speaking jobs in Helsinki: gaming, tech, cleantech and Nordic innovation via Faruse.

What industries hire English speakers in Helsinki?

Helsinki is Europe's gaming capital, home to Supercell (Clash of Clans), Rovio (Angry Birds), Remedy Entertainment, and hundreds of indie studios. The tech sector includes Nokia, Wolt (now DoorDash), and a vibrant startup ecosystem. Finland leads in cleantech, education technology, and design. High English proficiency means many companies operate in English even with Finnish teams.

What are Helsinki salaries?

Helsinki salaries are competitive within the Nordics. Tech roles pay €42.000-€68.000, gaming €40.000-€65.000, finance €38.000-€60.000 annually. Finland offers excellent social benefits including healthcare, education, and generous parental leave. Tax rates are moderate for the Nordic region.

Work permits for Helsinki?

EU/EEA citizens work freely. Non-EU citizens can apply for a specialist residence permit (fast-track for tech), a startup permit for entrepreneurs, or a standard employed person's permit. Finland has been streamlining its immigration process to attract international tech talent.

How to find English-speaking jobs in Helsinki via Faruse?

Register free on Faruse, set Helsinki as your preferred location, and filter by English. Browse positions in gaming, tech, cleantech and more. Enable notifications to get alerts for new openings.

What Industries Hire English Speakers in Helsinki?

  • Gaming
  • Technology
  • Cleantech
  • Design
  • Education Technology

Do I Need a Work Visa to Take a Job in Helsinki?

Processing time: 6 weeks with a recognised employer.

Do I Need to Speak Primary to Work in Helsinki?

primary: English

secondary: Finnish

proficiency: English B2-C1, Finnish not required for most international roles

How Many English-Speaking Jobs Are Available in Helsinki?

Faruse currently lists 246 matching jobs in Helsinki. Job listings are refreshed daily.

Jobs in Helsinki

Found 246 matching jobs

  • Senior Software Engineer (Rendering) at Smartly - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]
  • Data Governance & AI Experts at NTU International A/S - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Part-time]
  • Marketing & Licensing Manager at Rovio Entertainment - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Contract]
  • AI Operating Model Design Senior Analyst at Nordea - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]
  • Event Marketing Manager (fixed-term) at Varjo - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]
  • Cybersecurity & Digital Security Experts at NTU International A/S - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Part-time]
  • People Development Partner at Metacore - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]
  • Senior Technology Specialist, Mobile Access (Helsinki, other) at Elisa - Helsinki, Southwest Finland, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]
  • Senior IT Developer for Settlement at Nordea - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]
  • Policy Evaluation & Impact Assessment Experts at NTU International A/S - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Part-time]
  • Network and Client Management – UK at Management Events - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]
  • Global Tax Manager at Aiven - Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Unknown) [Full-time]

Frequently Asked Questions

What industries hire English speakers in Helsinki?
Helsinki excels in mobile gaming (Supercell, Rovio, Remedy), tech (Nokia, Wolt), cleantech, design and education technology. Finland has very high English proficiency.
What are salaries in Helsinki?
Helsinki salaries: tech €42.000-€68.000, gaming €40.000-€65.000, finance €38.000-€60.000, design €35.000-€52.000 annually.
Do I need a visa to work in Helsinki?
EU citizens work freely. Non-EU citizens need a residence permit for employed persons. Finland offers a startup permit and specialist permit for tech workers with fast processing.
How do I find jobs in Helsinki on Faruse?
Create a Faruse profile, set Helsinki and English as preferences, and browse matched positions. Apply directly from the platform.

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