Milja van Oijen
In search of new opportunities
Milja is a freelance Legal Consultant, experienced Customer Service Specialist, and recent graduate in International Business Law. Equipped with a high-quality service-oriented mindset, paired with extraordinary attention to detail, making for a strong and dependable addition to any team.
Experience
Customer Service Positions (Retail)
Various Retail Outfits
2008 - 2017
Multiple positions in customer service across retail companies; Assisting customers with product inquiries, purchases, and returns. Skilled in using point-of-sale systems, handling transactions, and maintaining a clear, organized store environment.
Timberland
2008 - 2009
K-Kenkä
2009 - 2010
Shell Valkeakoski
2010 - 2012
Alko
2017
Customer Relations Specialist
Verohallinto — Finnish Tax Administration
Jan 2018 - May 2018
Provided proactive guidance, service and credible advice on Finnish Taxes and tax-like charges.
Maternity Leave
Feb 2020 - June 2023
Temporarily suspended my academic pursuits from 2020 to 2023 due to maternity leave.
Legal Consultant (Freelance)
2020 - Present
Providing legal consultation services on a project basis to local corporations and Private Traders. Conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and offering legal advice mostly on issues of Contract Law.
Milja's legal support for BaseOn was exceptional. Her comprehensive understanding of legal nuances, combined with a proactive approach, ensured our compliance and risk management were top-notch. Milja's dedication, professionalism, and strategic guidance significantly contributed to our success.
Matleena Holopainen
Business Relations Specialist @ BaseOn
Education
Master's Degree — International Business Law
University of Helsinki
2018 - 2024
Graduated with a GPA of 4.0. Wrote a Master’s thesis on the modernization of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG), with a specific look at the application and integration of datasets as a digital good.
Bachelor's Degree — European Law School
Maastricht University
2012 - 2016
The European Law School programme focuses on teaching essential legal skills, such as how to work with statutory materials, reference books and legal literature, specifically in the areas of contract law, international comparative law and European legal systems.
Skills & Expertise