Legal Counsel
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We are a leading Belgian player in the energy landscape, part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator that ensures the reliability and sustainability of electricity supply in our country. Side‑by‑side with talented colleagues, you will help build a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.
Requisition ID 10546
Posting Start Date 09/12/2025
Function
As Legal Counsel, you will be part of the General Secretariat Department. You will assist the Secretary of Elia Transmission Belgium, as well as the management on national level.
Responsibilities
* Providing advice on corporate, finance and contract law
* Advising on and ensuring compliance with good corporate governance practices
* Offering guidance on regulatory governance (corporate governance and certification under the Electricity Act)
* Managing the mandates and signing authorities of the entire Elia group
* Preparing, attending and compiling reports on meetings held by various bodies, Executive management board, Boards of Directors and Ordinary / Extraordinary General Meetings of Elia Transmission Belgium and Elia Asset and reporting to management at national level
* Working closely together with lawyers and notaries on various legal documents and acts
* Working closely with the regulatory and supervisory authorities (Federal and Regional level)
* Keeping track of legislative developments in the branches of law relevant to the company
Qualifications
* You hold a Master's degree in law
* You have up to 5 years' relevant professional experience in a company and/or at the Bar
* You are fluent in both French and Dutch and have an excellent grasp of English
* You are well versed in the branches of law relevant to the company, more specifically corporate and regulatory law
* You can work with others at all levels of management
* You are a team player
* You are diplomatic, honest and discreet
* You organise your work effectively and pay close attention to details
* You have solid analytical skills and a flair for writing documents (opinions, minutes, and so on)
Offer
Salary a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year‑end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco‑vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results.
Insurance group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance.
Vacation You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long‑service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment).
Social fund Year‑end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs.
Communication you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement.
Discounts you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill.
Mobility we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget.
Elia shares Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price.
Location
Boulevard de l'Empereur 20, 1000 Brussels – easily accessible with public transport; homeworking policy.
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Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Legal
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