Wilhelm Eklund
Partner, Helsinki
Private M&A, Public M&A, Private Equity, Emerging Companies, Data Centers
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Assistant information
Wilhelm Eklund is a Helsinki-based Partner with a particular focus on private equity. Wilhelm has extensive experience in advising private equity firms on complex cross-border transactions, including buyouts, minority investments, exits, as well as corporate clients in joint ventures, corporate reorganizations, and general M&A. He is recognized as one of the leading experts in his field in Finland (e.g. by Chambers Europe, Chambers Global and IFLR1000).
Recognitions
Wilhelm is recognized by international publications such as Chambers Europe, Chambers Global and IFLR1000 within Corporate/M&A in Finland.
This is what clients say about Wilhelm:
“Wilhelm Eklund stands out with his prudent and strategic thinking. He is very easy to work with.”
– Chambers Global 2026, Corporate/M&A
Work highlights
Wilhelm Eklund’s experience includes advising:
- Ahlsell, backed by CVC, in the acquisition of the Finnish operations of Rexel Group;
- ŌURA, the leading smart ring manufacturer, in securing over USD 900 million in Series E financing;
- Ahlsell, backed by CVC, in the acquisition of the Swedish, Finnish and Norwegian operations of the Skydda Group;
- Hellman & Friedman in its investment into Mehiläinen.
Career
Roschier (2024-); Partner (2024-)
Dittmar & Indrenius (2008-2024); Associate (2008-2014); Partner (2015-2024); Partner, Head of M&A & Private Equity (2022-2024)
Hengeler Mueller (2013-2014); Visiting Lawyer
Memberships
The Finnish Bar Association
Education
University of Helsinki, LL.M. (2007)
Hanken School of Economics, M.Sc. (Econ.) (2008)
Languages
Swedish, Finnish, English