Jyri Häkämies joins Geradin Partners as Senior Advisor
Jyri Häkämies joins Geradin Partners as Senior Advisor
Geradin Partners is pleased to announce that Jyri Häkämies has joined the firm as Senior Advisor, strengthening the firm’s Government Relations practice with a particular focus on high-end strategic advisory.
Häkämies brings exceptional experience from both public office and the private sector. He served as CEO of the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) from 2012 to 2026 and previously held senior ministerial positions, including Minister of Economic Affairs and Minister of Defence, as well as responsibility for state ownership steering.
In his new role, Häkämies will support Geradin Partners’ clients across jurisdictions, contributing to mandates not only in Finland but also across the firm’s international offices.
Strategic strengthening of Government Relations
The appointment significantly reinforces Geradin Partners’ ambition to build a top-tier Government Relations practice, combining legal excellence with strategic advisory at the highest level.
Damien Geradin, Founding Partner of Geradin Partners, commented:
“We are delighted to welcome Jyri Häkämies to Geradin Partners. His unparalleled experience at the intersection of government, policy, and business makes him a unique addition to our firm. This appointment further strengthens our ability to deliver truly high-end strategic advice to clients navigating complex regulatory and geopolitical environments across Europe.”
Jyri Häkämies commented:
“I am very pleased to join Geradin Partners at a time when regulatory and geopolitical questions are becoming increasingly central to business strategy. The firm has a unique position at the intersection of law, economics, and policy, and I look forward to contributing to its continued growth and to supporting clients in navigating complex regulatory environments.”
Strong networks and international perspective
Häkämies has built extensive networks within the Finnish business community and internationally, making him one of the most influential figures in economic policy and corporate engagement in Finland.
Mikko Alkio, Partner at Geradin Partners, added:
“Jyri’s experience and networks are exceptional. He brings a deep understanding of how policy, regulation, and business interact in practice. This is exactly the type of high-end capability we are building in our Government Relations practice – combining legal expertise with real strategic insight at the highest level.”
Role and contribution:
In his role as Senior Advisor, Häkämies will:
- Advise clients on strategic regulatory and policy matters
- Support cross-border mandates across Geradin Partners’ offices
- Contribute to the firm’s Government Relations and public affairs offering
- Leverage his extensive experience in economic policy, defence, and industrial strategy
About Geradin Partners:
Geradin Partners is a leading international law firm specialising in competition law, regulation, and complex disputes, with offices across Europe. The firm combines legal excellence with strategic advisory capabilities in areas where law, economics, and public policy intersect.
Contact:
Damien Geradin, +32-471-179525
Jyri Häkämies, +358-40-84107779
Mikko Alkio +358-50-4135502
