BESIX Group is a leading multidisciplinary Belgian Group, active in construction, real estate development, and concessions. Founded in 1909, BESIX has grown impressively and now operates across Northern and Eastern Europe, North and Central Africa, the Middle East (via BESIX Construct), as well as in Australia.
The Group distinguishes itself through its internal Engineering Department, offering deep expertise in geotechnical engineering, concrete technology, planning, BIM, System Engineering, and other advanced tools.
BESIX achieved a turnover of EUR 3.6 billion in 2024 and employs approximately 11,000 people across 27+ countries, representing over 80 nationalities.
BESIX is committed through sustainable and responsible practices to leave a positive legacy. We integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into our operations. From reducing carbon emissions and promoting circular construction to fostering inclusive workplaces and ethical governance.
Our sustainability charter and roadmap guide us in creating long‑term value for communities, clients, and future generations.
About BESIX Power
BESIX Power is the business unit within BESIX Invest that specialises in the development, financing and acquisition of renewable energy projects worldwide. With strong growth ambitions (100 MW+ per year) and a rapidly expanding international portfolio, BESIX Power plays a key role in the energy transition.
This position is based in Belgium.
Job Description
To enable BESIX Power national and international business development efforts in renewable energy (solar, batteries, …), your primary role will be to support BESIX Power in the drafting, negotiating, and implementing of its contractual documentation related to development, financing, construction, operation of its projects and related corporate activities, in all targeted jurisdictions. In particular, you will, in close coordination with the project team and with other corporate functions,
Draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements related to the greenfield or brownfield development of renewable energy projects, including confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, memorandums of understanding, term sheets, partnership and joint venture agreements, EPC contracts, O&M agreements, procurement contracts, power purchase agreements (PPA), land agreements, various financing agreements, share purchase agreements etc.
Assist BESIX Power in its project (company) acquisition activities, including the conduct of due diligence, the provision of legal support to the structuring of M&A operations, project financing, acquisition financing, structured and tax equity transactions, etc.
Assist in the preparation of the legal documentation for the response to calls for tenders for renewable energy projects and follow the legal aspects of such projects once awarded.
Assist BESIX Power in setting up partnerships of all forms, draft and negotiate the accompanying legal documentation (including partnership agreements, joint venture agreements, and, in liaison with the Group’s general secretariat, all corporate documentation).
Coordinate and supervise the work of external law firms (in compliance with the BESIX Group policies related to the choice of law firms) in the fields mentioned above.
Monitor, analyse, and implement new regulations applicable to BESIX Power’s business.
Qualifications
University degree in law, with a strong academic track record; any additional degree is a plus.
Seven to ten years of relevant and demonstrated experience in contract drafting and negotiation, commercial law, and corporate law, either in a major law firm or with a company, preferably in an international and business development context.
Solid exposure to energy projects, and ideally experience within international infrastructure or energy companies, where you have developed strong expertise in contract management is a must. Previous involvement in cross‑border project management would be considered a valuable asset.
At ease in dealing with complex projects and project documentation.
Fluent in English with a good knowledge of Dutch and/or French.
We are also looking for someone who is:
Able and willing to combine a sustainable business enabler role with an outspoken intellectual independence, to promote a sound and sustainable contractual framework for BESIX operations.
Rigorous, methodical, attention to detail.
Outstanding drafting skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Team player; driven by collective results rather than individual achievements.
Self‑starter; capable of multi‑tasking in a demanding and deadlines‑driven environment.
Impeccable personal and work ethics; transparent, loyal, committed.
Additional Information
A career at BESIX is a lot more than just a job; it's about being part of our changing and innovative world. Your skills, ambition and passion will contribute to the development of our different businesses and allow us to succeed in the challenges of the coming years.
Working for the BESIX group allows you to be part of a dynamic, creative and entrepreneurial company. It gives you a safe and collaborative working environment with ambitious and innovative goals for the world of tomorrow, but also for your career and personal development.
We are looking for different kinds of personalities, mindsets, backgrounds and genders to build the iconic and sustainable projects of tomorrow.
In line with its behavior of “Be Inclusive”, BESIX intends to accommodate for any reasonable accommodation (non‑disproportionate burden), tangible or intangible, that would neutralize the limiting influence of an inappropriate environment on the participation of a person with a disability. Talk to your recruiter when applying.
Benefits
An attractive remuneration package including a salary in line with the market and a range of employee benefits such as flexible mobility advantages, extra‑legal pension, medical care insurance, work‑life balance program (such as teleworking, flexible work schedule, mobile working), Health Management (sport, health check‑up program, …).
Career development programs that serve not only to ensure that you are constantly learning and improving but also that give you the possibility to expand your career horizon.
A dynamic, creative and safe working environment with innovative colleagues supporting your endeavors (ideas, projects, goals, ambitions).
Possibility to work on complex projects within both a local and international environment.
The choice to remain locally anchored for the coming years or to seek an exciting international career opportunity within the group.
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