Per Varnemalm
About Per Varnemalm
Per Varnemalm serves as the Global Head of Compensation Capability at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2008. He has extensive experience in finance and administration, having worked in various roles at Nokia and Thomson Reuters over a career spanning several decades.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Per Varnemalm has held various roles at Thomson Reuters over a span of 28 years. He began as a Finance Administration Manager from 1990 to 1996 in Oslo Area, Norway. He then transitioned to Business Development - External Partners from 1996 to 1998 in Paris Area, France. Following this, he served as Assistant Global Sales Director and Sales Process Programme Manager from 1998 to 2008 in a global capacity. Since 2008, he has been the Global Head of Compensation Capability, focusing on compensation strategies and practices within the organization. He decided to retire from Thomson Reuters in mid-2018.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Prior to his extensive career at Thomson Reuters, Per Varnemalm worked at Nokia in various roles. He served as Finance Administration Manager from 1985 to 1986 in Swindon, United Kingdom. He continued at Nokia as Finance Administration Manager and Managing Director, as well as Technical Manager and Sales Manager from 1982 to 1985 in Stockholm, Sweden. His experience at Nokia contributed to his foundational skills in finance and administration.
Education and Expertise
Per Varnemalm studied at Uppsala University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and Marketing. His education laid the groundwork for his career in finance and management, enabling him to develop expertise in compensation strategies and business development.
Current Focus and Activities
After retiring from Thomson Reuters, Per Varnemalm has shifted his focus towards external board membership, consulting, and equity investment activities. This transition allows him to leverage his extensive experience in finance and management to contribute to various organizations and initiatives.