Nokia on Wednesday said that the former Finnish Prime Minsiter Esko Aho has left Nokia management team to work as Senior Fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at Harvard Kennedy School.

Aho joined Nokia in 2008. He has served as executive vice president, Corporate Relations and Responsibility and as a member of the Nokia Leadership Team since the beginning of 2009. In this role, he has led Nokia's government and public affairs function, overseeing the company's global policies and activities regarding sustainable development and social responsibility.

Nokia however said that Aho will continue to represent the company and drive the company's governmental affairs as a consultative partner.

“Esko has made significant contribution to Nokia's corporate and government relations, bringing unique insights and political acumen," said Stephen Elop, President and CEO of Nokia.