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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Kuusamo, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 92% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€1,992–€2,863). The listed pay band (€193–€218) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 19 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All roles in Kuusamo, Finland | €1,992/per month | €2,466/per month | €2,863/per month |
| Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Mid-Level) | €193/per month | €206/per month | €218/per month |
We are seeking a new team member for our client Kujalan Porotila in Kuusamo to join the winter season of 2026-2027 as a Reindeer Guide. The role combines customer service and guiding guests in Finnish and English, along with daily care of the reindeer (feeding and welfare monitoring). You will guide guests on safaris and farm tours, share information about the lives of the reindeer and the farm’s history, and participate in training the reindeer and various farm maintenance tasks. Prior experience in similar roles or with reindeer is beneficial but not required. We will introduce all tasks at the start of the season and teach you everything you need to know. You will work as part of a large, experienced team of guides and reindeer professionals. Good physical condition, sociable nature and a genuine interest in animals and outdoor life are advantageous. We value honesty, responsibility and initiative in performing your tasks. The work starts in November and runs through March–April, full-time, with options to adjust hours in the application. We assist with housing if needed. The contract is between Bondata and the employee. The terms follow the Program Service Industry collective agreement. Additional information: Bondata Lapland; Saaga Väänänen; 040 630 0460; saaga.vaananen@bondata.fi. Location: Kemijärventie 133, 93800 Ruka-Kuusamo.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service and guide guests on tours in Finnish and English
- Care for and monitor welfare of reindeer daily (feeding and welfare checks)
- Lead guests on safaris and farm tours, sharing about reindeer life and farm history
- Participate in training reindeer and various farm maintenance tasks
- Collaborate with a large team of guides and reindeer professionals
Requirements
- Proficiency in Finnish and English
- Willingness to work outdoors in winter
- Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Independent and flexible work attitude
- Ability to perform mostly outdoor work during winter season
- B-class driving license and current EA1 training
- Hygiene and alcohol service certifications
- Access to a car or other means of transport for commuting
Skills & Technologies
Recruitment Process
- 1Submit application with CV and salary expectations
- 2Interviews held during the application period
- 3Role filled upon finding suitable candidate

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