Vihtori Järvinen

ESG Advisory | Legal & Sustainability Expert

Strategic leader in ESG advisory and legal operations with a focus on sustainable business practices, regulatory compliance, and post-merger integration. Experienced in guiding organizations across Europe and beyond in achieving sustainability goals.

About Me

A dedicated professional with a strong background in ESG advisory, legal operations, and sustainability. With experience across Switzerland, Finland, and Belgium, I specialize in developing ESG strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading post-merger integration projects. My work bridges legal expertise with sustainable business practices, fostering collaboration with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful change. I am passionate about helping organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and achieve their sustainability goals.

Portrait of Vihtori Järvinen

Nationality: Finnish

Languages: English (Fluent), Finnish (Native), German (B1), French (A2)

Key Skills: ESG Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Post-Merger Integration, Contract Analysis, Risk Management, Sustainability Consulting, Team Leadership

Hobbies: Hiking, cycling, reading, and promoting sustainable practices in everyday life.

Education

Master of Laws - MLaw

University of Zurich | 2020 - 2022

Exchange in LLM courses, Law

KU Leuven | 2019 - 2020

Erasmus exchange program for the LLM at KU Leuven

Bachelor of Laws - LLB, International and European Law

University of Groningen | 2017 - 2020

Career

Global Head ESG Advisory & Operations (Interim) – Chain IQ Group AG

May 2025 - Present | Baar, Zug, Switzerland

  • Leading ESG advisory and operations, driving sustainable strategies and compliance across global operations.

Global ESG Consultant – Chain IQ Group AG

Apr 2024 - May 2025 | Baar, Zug, Switzerland

  • Guided organizations towards sustainable practices by developing ESG strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering sustainable business operations.
  • Collaborated with partners to craft ESG reporting frameworks and contributed to digitalization efforts for ESG assessments.

Legal Team Lead – Chain IQ Group AG

Oct 2023 - Mar 2024 | Zurich, Switzerland

  • Led post-merger integration projects, focusing on contract analysis, review, risk analysis, and mapping for large financial institutions.
  • Managed cleanup, termination, and integration of processes post-merger to ensure smooth transitions.

Legal and Finance Internship – Auterion

Dec 2022 - May 2023 | Zurich, Switzerland

  • Supported legal and financial operations in a fast-paced tech environment.

Legal Internship – Auterion

May 2022 - Nov 2022 | Zurich, Switzerland

  • Assisted in legal research and contract management for technology-focused projects.

Legal Researcher – EUthority, KU Leuven

Nov 2019 - Feb 2020 | Leuven, Belgium

  • Conducted legal research to support EU-focused projects.

Legal Trainee – Sandvik

Jul 2018 - Aug 2018 | Tampere Area, Finland

  • Supported legal operations and contract reviews.

Summer Trainee – RUNPING & PARTNERS

Jul 2015 | Beijing, China

  • Assisted in legal research and administrative tasks in a cross-cultural environment.

Licenses & Certifications

Oxford Leading Sustainable Corporations Programme

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford | Issued Jul 2025

  • Credential ID: 153988502

ISO 14001 Internal Auditor Training

Bywater Training | Issued Sep 2024

  • Completed ISO 14001 Internal Auditor Training Certificate.

Certificate of Completion: Drone Regulations

Murzilli Consulting | Issued Feb 2023

  • Covered regulations 2019/945, 2019/947, and 2021/664, 665, and 666.

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