Our client is a fast-growing company modernising a nationwide operational network and is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to steer high-impact legal strategy.
Why apply?
Join an organisation at the centre of a major transformation project with strong societal impact.
Our client operates a large, country-wide infrastructure network and is reshaping how essential services are delivered to millions of users. You’ll be part of a modern, dynamic, and ambitious environment with direct exposure to strategic decisions and C-level stakeholders.
Your duties & responsibilities
In this key in-house position, you will:
* Provide expert, business-driven legal advice across all operations and ensure compliance with Belgian and EU regulations.
* Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements with partners, suppliers and operational stakeholders.
* Oversee legal risk management regarding corporate governance, regulatory compliance, strategic initiatives and day-to-day activities.
* Lead dispute resolution and litigation follow-up, managing external counsel where needed.
* Handle legal aspects of yearly accounts, board and shareholder documentation.
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments and translate them into clear, actionable guidance for management.
* Act as the legal risk gatekeeper, challenging and shaping strategic decisions together with C-level executives.
* Collaborate closely with internal teams (Operations, Finance, Compliance) to ensure alignment across projects.
* Maintain accurate legal documentation and ensure proper reporting to management.
Ideal profile
* Experience: at least 5 years in corporate/commercial law (law firm and/or in-house), ideally in regulated industries, financial services, payments, infrastructure, or multi-site environments.
* Languages: Fluent Dutch & English + strong command of spoken French.
* Qualifications: Master’s degree in Law; specialisation in commercial, corporate, financial or competition law is a strong asset.
The offer
* A high-impact strategic role with direct access to the C-suite.
* A dynamic, growing environment with autonomy, ownership and visible impact.
* Cross-functional collaboration with senior stakeholders.
* Strong career development potential.
* Competitive salary package: €100,000 – €130,000 yearly, depending on seniority.
* Attractive benefits (bonus, insurance, mobility package, meal vouchers...)