National role – Based in Diegem
Ready to strengthen the legal backbone of a people-driven organization?
At ManpowerGroup, legal expertise is about more than compliance, it enables smart decisions, protects our people, and supports sustainable growth. As Corporate Legal Officer, you play a key role within our Belgian legal team, ensuring high-quality legal support across commercial and social law matters.
You will report to the Head of Legal and collaborate closely with business leaders, HR, finance, and operational teams across our different brands. In this national role, you combine legal rigor with pragmatism and business understanding.
Working at ManpowerGroup means joining a pioneer in the temporary employment and recruitment sector, enriched by a broad portfolio of HR and workforce solutions. With a strong international footprint and a genuine people-first culture, we are guided by our values of People, Knowledge, and Innovation, and we invest in our people so they can grow, thrive, and make a real impact.
Your Responsibilities as Corporate Legal Officer
Legal Counsel – Social & Employment Law
* Provide expert and pragmatic advice on
Belgian employment and social law
, including temporary agency work, prohibited secondment, salary conditions, and collective matters.
* Support HR and Compensation & Benefits teams on employment regulations, dismissals, settlements, works council and CPBW functioning.
* Follow up on
social inspections
, internally and with clients, in close collaboration with operational teams.
* Proactively monitor legal developments and translate legislative changes into clear internal communication, newsletters, and training sessions.
* Act as contact person for external law firms in litigation or dispute procedures and monitor case progress.
Commercial Law & Contract Management
* Review, draft, and pragmatically negotiate
commercial contracts
with clients, freelancers, subcontractors, suppliers, and landlords.
* Support business teams in managing disputes and discussions with customers and partners.
* Update framework agreements, general terms and conditions, and commercial templates in line with legal evolutions and business needs.
* Screen national and international agreements and public tenders.
Risk Management, Governance & Projects
* Detect and assess legal risks (liability, claims, insurance, compliance) and define mitigation strategies together with the Head of Legal and senior stakeholders.
* Support internal
risk management and compliance initiatives
, including GDPR, discrimination prevention, and IT security alignment.
* Provide first-line advice on diverse legal matters such as consumer law, seizure law, and fiscal aspects.
Your Profile
* Master's degree in Law.
* Strong knowledge of
Belgian social and employment law
, combined with a solid understanding of
commercial law
.
* Relevant experience in a law firm and/or as in-house legal counsel.
* Pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset with strong legal reflexes and risk awareness.
* Confident in negotiations and comfortable interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Team player with autonomy, transparency, and accountability.
* Professional proficiency in Dutch, French, and English.
* Experience in HR services or the temporary employment sector is a plus, but not mandatory.
What You Can Expect at ManpowerGroup
* Salary aligned with your experience
* Company car & fuel card
* Meal vouchers & eco vouchers
* Yearly bonus system
* Cafeteria plan with flexible benefits
* Group & hospitalization insurance
* 32 vacation days (including ADV days)
* Flexible working arrangements with remote work options
* Access to internal development programs and long-term growth opportunities
Advise with impact. Grow with confidence.
As Corporate Legal Officer, you will operate at the crossroads of law and business. You will help protect our organization while enabling operational excellence and responsible growth.
Ready to take the next step in your legal career?