Strategic real estate role with EU exposure
High autonomy in a collaborative, non-micromanaged team
About Our Client
Our client is a leading European real estate developer specializing in sustainable urban projects, including office and residential developments, with ESG principles embedded across its activities.
The company operates internationally with a strong footprint in several European markets, combining local expertise with a centralized structure. Belgium remains a key market within its portfolio.
It fosters an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture, driven by innovation and sustainability, offering exposure to complex, cross-border projects and stakeholders.
The legal department is currently evolving, providing opportunities to contribute to its structure and expand beyond traditional real estate legal work.
Job Description
Real Estate & Transactions
Draft and negotiate real estate contracts (leases, sales, partnerships, construction, etc.)
Support acquisitions and disposals of real estate assets
Structure transactions and manage due diligence processes
Coordinate and manage external legal counsel
Project & Business Support
Advise project developers and country directors on legal aspects
Support development projects from structuring to execution
Participate in bidding processes and project set-ups
Corporate & Additional Exposure
Handle corporate structuring and housekeeping
Draft shareholders' agreements and manage SPVs
Contribute to compliance and internal legal organization if interested
Litigation
Manage disputes and liaise with external counsel
The Successful Applicant
Master's degree in Law (Belgian university)
Minimum 5-8 years of experience in real estate law (law firm, developer or similar)
Strong experience in real estate transactions and contracting
Exposure to corporate law; tax sensitivity is a plus
Urban planning knowledge is a plus, not mandatory
Languages
Fluent French (deal language)
Strong English (corporate environment)
Dutch is a plus
Personal Skills
Autonomous and proactive
Strong team player with collaborative mindset
Pragmatic, business-oriented and detail-focused
Able to interact with senior stakeholders
High ethical standards and professional integrity
What's on Offer
Strategic legal role in an international real estate company
Direct exposure to high-level stakeholders (including CEO)
Supportive and accessible leadership, with strong autonomy
Opportunity to shape and contribute to the legal department evolution
Package
Competitive salary
Company car
Full benefits package (meal vouchers, insurance, bonus, etc.)
Flexible working (1 day homeworking/week)
20 days holidays + 6 RTT + seniority days
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