Do you want to lead the IT function in one of Europe’s most advanced gene therapy manufacturing environments?
FinVector is an internationally renowned biopharmaceutical company that manufactures viral-based gene therapy products. We believe in delivering to market innovative medicines and therapies that bring renewed hope, purpose, and a true sense of belonging to individuals battling major illnesses. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in the beautiful and thriving science and technology area of Savilahti in Kuopio, Finland. Our vibrant and multinational working community consists of hundreds of professionals representing over 50 different nationalities, fostering a diverse and collaborative environment. FinVector is a privately-owned subsidiary of Ferring Ventures S/A.
We are now looking for an experienced and strategic Head of IT to lead and develop our entire IT function.
Role in a nutshell
The Head of IT is responsible for FinVector’s IT strategy, its implementation, and the overall leadership of the IT function. In this role, you will lead a modern IT environment, drive digitalisation, and ensure that IT strongly supports business growth, quality, and regulatory requirements.
This is a CIO-level role with direct impact across the entire organisation.
Key responsibilities
- Overall leadership of the IT function: infrastructure, operations, systems, cybersecurity, and digitalisation
- Planning and implementing the IT strategy in collaboration with business leadership
- Vendor management and IT sourcing
- Planning, monitoring, and optimising the IT budget
- Ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory requirements
- Leading and developing a 15-person IT team
What we expect from you
Experience and expertise
- At least 10 years of experience in IT roles
- Minimum 5 years of experience leading an IT team
- Experience in a regulated environment is considered an advantage (e.g. pharma, medtech, finance)
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity
- Experience in large IT projects (e.g. ERP, digitalisation)
- Ability to lead complex entities with a hands-on approach
- Fluent English, as it is the working language in the company
Working style and collaboration
- A listening, coaching, and supportive leader
- A determined decision-maker
- A constructive communicator who fosters psychological safety
- An excellent communicator and relationship builder
What we offer
A role with real impact
You will directly shape a modern IT environment where the fundamentals are already in place. You will have the opportunity to influence infrastructure, systems, and the direction of digitalisation, and your role will be central to the organisation.
Working conditions and benefits
- The role is primarily on-site in Kuopio, with partial remote work flexibility
- Competitive compensation and an annual bonus programme
- Lunch benefit, phone benefit, home internet connection, ePassi, and extended occupational health services through Mehiläinen
- A vibrant and multicultural work community that also organises shared leisure activities
A top-tier working environment
Our new, modern manufacturing facility and offices in Savilahti—one of Finland’s most advanced science and technology hubs—provide an exceptional setting. You will be supported by an international community of professionals representing 52 nationalities. You will join a workplace defined by diverse expertise and strong cross-functional collaboration.
Quality of life in Kuopio
Kuopio offers a rare combination of meaningful work and an exceptionally high quality of life. Here, you will make strategic decisions in a growing and evolving environment.
Everyday life in Kuopio is smooth: short commutes, efficient services, and time left for what matters. As a counterbalance to work, you have immediate access to unique lake nature—an ideal setting for recovery, reflection, and gaining clarity.
Kuopio is a place where you can focus on making an impact, building sustainable growth, and living a balanced, high-quality life.
Interested?
Join us in supporting FinVector’s unique gene therapy production and lead our IT function to the next level.
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we will begin interviews during the application period. The final deadline is 19 April 2026.
For more information about the position, please contact InHunt Group’s Senior Headhunters
Mikko Sairanen, p. 0400 749 218, mikko.sairanen@inhunt.fi or
Marita Vuorinen, p. 050 486 3848, marita.vuorinen@inhunt.fi.
