Helsinki benefit for job seekers
With the Helsinki benefit, you can promote your employment into a full- or part-time job. The subsidy is paid to the employer and can be used to cover a part of the payroll costs.
When can I utilise the Helsinki benefit?
The subsidy may be granted for a permanent or fixed-term employment relationship and apprenticeship training. The employment relationship can be full- or part-time, with a working time of at least 18 hours per week.
You can utilise the Helsinki benefit if you are an unemployed Helsinki resident and
- you have been granted a pay subsidy or
- an employment subsidy for ages 55 and above, or
- a Helsinki benefit card.
Follow these steps
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