Unemployment security counselling
Unemployment security counselling
Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Instructions for the unemployed
Moving forward
More and more career paths include periods when there is no work due to unemployment or layoffs. Sometimes there’s a short break, and sometimes there’s a longer period of unemployment. Use the services included in your membership for job search, career planning and accelerating your employment. Let’s go forward together!
1. Register as a job seeker through Job Market Finland
Go to Job Market Finland
2. Apply for earnings-related unemployment allowance from the KOKO unemployment fund
Go to KOKO’s website
3. Apply for a membership fee discount from the Professionals of Business and Technology
Apply for a discount
4. Use our career and job search services
See the selection
5. Consult the union’s lawyers, if necessary
Contact us
6. In unclear situations, contact the unemployment security counselling service of the Professionals of Business and Technology.
Contact us
Career and job search services
Towards something new, but how?
Using our career services is a good starting point for thinking about what to do next, as our members have access to the best coaches in the industry and a large number of services that promote employment.
- Career change coaching helps if you’re looking for a new direction
- Job search coaching helps you fill out application documents, identify and describe your skills, and prepare for interviews
- Well-being coaching allows you to unravel your thoughts and gain clarity for stress management, for example
- The Success in Job Search online course teaches you the secrets of job search and allows you to progress at your own pace
- Rekryboosteri is a 6-week job search programme that boosts your job search
- You can find jobs tailored for BBAs in Duunitori
- You’re welcome to join the LinkedIn group of the Professionals of Business and Technology
Contact us
You can contact our unemployment security counselling service in all situations in which you need information related to unemployment security.
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Summary
This page provides step-by-step guidance and support services for members facing unemployment or layoffs. It outlines a clear six-step action plan—beginning with registering as a job seeker through TE Services and applying for earnings-related allowance via the KOKO unemployment fund, to securing union membership fee discounts and accessing legal advice. Members also have access to comprehensive employment support, including career change and job search coaching, well-being guidance, the 6-week Rekryboosteri programme, and BBA-targeted job listings. For further resources, members can visit the career and job search services page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the initial step for an unemployed member to register as a job seeker?
The initial step is to register as a job seeker through TE Services via Job Market Finland.
How can members apply for earnings-related unemployment allowance?
Members can apply for earnings-related unemployment allowance directly from the KOKO unemployment fund via KOKO’s website.
What is Rekryboosteri and what does it offer?
Rekryboosteri is a 6-week job search programme designed to boost and accelerate your job search.
Where can members find job opportunities specifically tailored for BBAs?
Members can find job openings tailored specifically for BBAs on Duunitori.
Who can members contact in unclear situations regarding unemployment security?
In unclear situations, members can contact the unemployment security counselling service of the Professionals of Business and Technology or consult union lawyers.
Key Facts
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Job seekers must register through TE Services via Job Market Finland.
Register as a job seeker through TE Services
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Unemployed members should apply for earnings-related unemployment allowance from the KOKO unemployment fund.
Apply for earnings-related unemployment allowance from the KOKO unemployment fund
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Members undergoing unemployment can apply for a membership fee discount from the Professionals of Business and Technology.
Apply for a membership fee discount from the Professionals of Business and Technology
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Rekryboosteri is a structured 6-week job search programme available to members.
Rekryboosteri is a 6-week job search programme that boosts your job search
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Job search coaching supports members with application materials, skill identification, and interview preparation.
Job search coaching helps you fill out application documents, identify and describe your skills, and prepare for interviews
Related Entities & Programs
Professionals of Business and Technology (Tradenomit) ORGANIZATION
The trade union providing career services, legal counsel, membership fee discounts, and unemployment security counselling for BBA professionals.
KOKO unemployment fund ORGANIZATION
The unemployment fund responsible for paying earnings-related unemployment allowance to eligible members.
TE Services / Job Market Finland ORGANIZATION
The Finnish public employment and business services platform where job seekers register.
Rekryboosteri PRODUCT
A dedicated 6-week job search accelerator programme offered to support members in finding employment.
Duunitori ORGANIZATION
A Finnish recruitment and job search portal featuring listings tailored for BBA graduates and professionals.