What are the key projects that you have been involved in over the past twelve months?

Over the past twelve months, I have been closely involved in the strategic restructuring of Tieto’s software business, including both transactional and organisational aspects. This has encompassed M&A activities, internal reorganisation processes and the establishment of a legal operating model aligned with the evolving structure of the business.

In parallel, a key focus has been on building and strengthening the legal function to support this transformation, ensuring that the team is positioned to operate effectively across multiple jurisdictions and increasingly complex regulatory environments.

Another important element has been adapting to new and emerging EU legislation, requiring proactive assessment of regulatory impact and implementation of compliant frameworks across the organisation.

As the in-house role continues to evolve from legal advisor to business partner, what strategies have you found most effective for stakeholder management and aligning legal advice with business strategy?

Tieto recognises the value of Legal as a strategic business partner and an integral part of the management team. As a member of the Tieto Indtech leadership team, I am closely involved in shaping strategic decisions and ensuring that legal considerations are embedded early in the decision-making process.

For me, effective stakeholder management starts with ensuring that the legal team has a deep understanding of the company’s strategy, commercial objectives, and operational realities.

What key trends – and challenges – should in-house lawyers be monitoring over the next year?

In-house lawyers should closely monitor the continued expansion of the regulatory landscape, particularly within the EU. New and evolving frameworks — such as those relating to data, AI, cybersecurity and sustainability — are increasing both complexity and compliance expectations. This requires legal teams to move from reactive interpretation to proactive implementation and strategic guidance.

At the same time, geopolitical uncertainty continues to impact cross-border operations, supply chains and regulatory alignment. In-house counsel must be prepared to navigate fragmented legal environments while supporting business continuity and growth.

Another key trend is the increasing integration of technology within legal functions. While AI and automation present significant opportunities for efficiency, they also raise important questions around quality, accountability and risk management. Striking the right balance between leveraging technology and maintaining sound legal judgement will be critical.

More broadly, the role of the in-house lawyer continues to evolve towards that of a strategic business partner. This places greater emphasis on commercial understanding, clear communication and the ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable advice that supports decision-making at all levels of the organisation.

Beyond your core legal role, are there any causes or initiatives you’re passionate about?

Beyond my core legal role, I’m passionate about promoting equality. From a legal perspective, equality is about ensuring fair treatment, transparency and inclusion, both within organisations and in how decisions impact different groups. I believe legal teams play an important role in embedding these principles into policies, governance structures, and day-to-day decision-making.

On a personal level, I’m passionate about spending time in nature and advocating for others to do the same. Through experiences like expeditions in remote areas completely off the grid, I’ve had the opportunity to spend extended time in truly untouched landscapes. Being in that kind of environment creates a deeper sense of perspective: it strips things back to what really matters, kind of back to basics. It gives a level of inner calm that is hard to find elsewhere in our digital data driven work lives. Even short local hikes provide significant benefits. It is important to preserve nature and protecting remaining wilderness areas for future generations.