What we do
From words to books and music, we nurture creativity in all its forms. Emotions and Strictly Confidential share the same home and the same belief: great art deserves care, integrity and the freedom to flourish.
Our Mission
· To stand at the heart of the independent creative scene.
· To discover, protect, and promote artistic voices across literature, music and audiovisual.
· To connect creators and audiences through passion, precision, and respect.
· To stay true to our values while constantly evolving and pushing boundaries.
What You'll Be Doing
This hybrid role combines legal and administrative responsibilities to support the Legal & Business Affairs team and our general management. You'll work closely with senior legal personnel, internal teams, authors, artists and partners to ensure smooth operations and legal compliance.
Key responsibilities
· Support senior Legal & Business Affairs team members with agreements, rights acquisitions and group matters.
· Draft and prepare publishing, administration, service and ancillary agreements (e.g., translation, sample, synch deals) related to book and music publishing.
· Conduct research related to book and music publishing (e.g., legal doctrine, professional industry news, administrative research related to CMOs/subsidies).
· Maintain and improve rights management systems and databases.
· Coordinate meetings, agendas, take notes and follow-up actions across departments.
· Assist with budget tracking, invoice processing, and purchase orders.
· Ensure accuracy in contracts, royalties, and financial documentation.
· Monitor project progress and provide updates to stakeholders.
· Support training and development programs, especially those related to books and music industry trends.
· Ensure consistent application of company policies and contribute to policy updates.
Skills and Experience Required
· Degree in Law (Bachelor or Master) or Law Practice ("Rechtspraktijk").
· Sound understanding of intellectual property law, especially copyright.
· Minimum two years' experience in a legal or creative industry administrative role specifically in contracting roles.
· Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
· Excellent eye for detail and proven contract drafting skills.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills.
· Bilingual (French as mother tongue and fluent in English), Dutch language skills are a plus. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Office 365.
· Ability to work independently under time pressure.
Personal Attributes
· Passionate about books and music.
· Strong work ethic and initiative.
· Emotionally intelligent and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
· Commercially aware and collaborative.
· Well-organised, efficient, and a great team player.
· Good sense of humour.
What we offer
· A meaningful role at the heart of the independent creative sector, where books, music, and ideas shape every day.
· A human-sized team that values integrity, trust, and collaboration — you'll work closely with passionate professionals in an environment that encourages initiative and autonomy
· Opportunities to grow and learn, including exposure to diverse legal topics
· Hybrid working environment, with flexibility to support work–life balance.
· A central Brussels workplace, easily accessible and embedded in a vibrant cultural ecosystem.
· Competitive compensation package, aligned with experience and responsibilities.
· A positive, respectful atmosphere where humor, curiosity, and creativity are part of daily life.