Public Affairs Specialist
As Public Affairs Specialist - Finland, you will support and help deliver Nebius' public affairs strategy at national, regional and local levels. You will build trusted relationships with the President’s Office, Prime Minister’s Office, relevant ministries, Parliament and government agencies, while developing strong partnerships with municipalities, regional authorities, economic-development bodies, universities and communities. Working closely with all Nebius sites in Finland, including Mäntsälä and Lappeenranta, you will connect national policy engagement with local delivery, support Nebius' strategic investment and infrastructure priorities, strengthen our license to operate and position the company as a responsible, long-term partner in Finland. The role has no fixed location requirement and involves regular travel to all Nebius sites in Finland and meetings with national, regional and local stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
National government engagement. Support the development and execution of Nebius' public affairs strategy in Finland. Build relationships with the President’s Office, Prime Minister’s Office, relevant ministries, Parliament and government agencies. Prepare leadership engagement and secure support for Nebius' investment, AI infrastructure and skills initiatives.
Regional and local engagement. Maintain close contact with all Nebius sites in Finland, including Mäntsälä and Lappeenranta, and drive engagement with mayors, municipalities, regional authorities, economic-development agencies, universities and communities. Develop initiatives that support local employment, Nebius Academy, education and community partnerships. Coordinate public-sector participation in site openings and investment announcements.
Infrastructure and regulatory support. Anticipate and address public affairs issues related to data-centre development, grid access, electricity taxation, permitting, planning and environmental requirements. Engage with relevant authorities, Fingrid, local grid operators and energy partners. Support advocacy on predictable investment conditions, waste-heat reuse and community impact, and translate policy developments into clear business recommendations.
Strategic advocacy and coalition building. Develop policy positions on AI infrastructure, cloud, industrial competitiveness, strategic autonomy, energy and sustainability. Position Nebius’ investments in terms of their contribution to Finland’s AI capabilities, research, skills and economic development. Build coalitions with industry associations, technology and energy partners, think tanks and universities.
Executive advice and internal alignment. Provide leadership with concise advice on political developments, stakeholder priorities, risks and opportunities. Prepare briefings, talking points and policy materials, and coordinate closely with Infrastructure, Legal, Compliance, Communications, Finance, HR, Sustainability and commercial teams.
Key Qualifications & Experience
Must-have requirements:
At least five years of relevant experience: in public affairs, government relations, public policy, political advisory or external relations.
Finnish government engagement experience: and a strong understanding of decision-making within the President’s Office, Prime Minister’s Office, ministries, Parliament, municipalities and public administration.
Proven national, regional and local operating capability: including the ability to connect political strategy with infrastructure delivery and community engagement.
Relevant sector experience: in technology, AI, cloud infrastructure, data centres, energy, telecommunications, industrial development or another regulated infrastructure sector.
Excellent political judgment, discretion and stakeholder presence: with strong writing, presentation and stakeholder-management skills.
Fluency in Finnish and English: with the ability to prepare clear policy materials and represent Nebius in both languages.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience supporting major investment or infrastructure projects, including permitting, grid access, electricity taxation, waste-heat reuse, employment or regional-development matters.