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Employment Fund
The Employment Fund was established in 2019 through the merger of two predecessor entities focused on unemployment support and adult education financing.
Employment Fund
The Employment Fund was established in 2019 through the merger of two predecessor entities focused on unemployment support and adult education financing. It operates exclusively in Finland under the administrative oversight of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health. The fund deploys capital across money market instruments, government and corporate bonds, listed equities and alternative investments including private equity, real estate and private debt. Its Business Cycle Buffer portfolio totaled EUR 1,513 million at year-end 2024. Geographic exposure centers on Finland with limited global equity and alternative holdings. The fund follows ICMA Social Bond Principles for its financing framework. Assets support benefit payments and education allowances. The firm maintains relationships with the Confederation of Finnish Industries, SAK, Akava and STTK for governance participation. In June 2025 it hosted an investor presentation in Helsinki covering financial performance and labor market outlook. Governance is structured through labor market organizations that appoint board representatives, creating direct ties between contribution collection and investment oversight.
General information
Firm type
Insurance
Year founded
2019
AUM
1651 (Altss estimate)
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Finland
City
Helsinki
Corporate office
Itämerenkatu 11 - 13, Helsinki, Finland
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Employment Fund?
Investment decisions are overseen by the board with representatives from labor market organizations including the Confederation of Finnish Industries and SAK.
Does Employment Fund participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The fund holds positions in alternative investments through limited partner commitments in private equity, real estate and private debt vehicles.
What asset classes does Employment Fund allocate to?
Allocations include money market instruments, bonds, equities and alternative investments totaling EUR 1,513 million at year-end 2024.
Where does Employment Fund source its capital?
Capital originates from unemployment insurance contributions collected from Finnish employers and employees.
How is Employment Fund related to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health?
The fund operates under the administrative branch of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health.
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