Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong global presence and a network spanning multiple jurisdictions. As a full-service firm with extensive sector expertise, it advises clients on complex legal challenges at both a domestic and international level. Driven by a clear sense of purpose and a strong set of values, the firm is committed to fostering an environment where clients, communities and its people can thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
The Brussels office is part of a dynamic Benelux practice, working closely with colleagues across several offices in the region and throughout an extensive international network. The team advises clients on both domestic and cross-border matters and is known for its collaborative approach and high-quality legal services.
Lawyers within the Benelux practice are active across a broad range of key practice areas, including M&A, Financial Services, Banking & Finance, Tax, Corporate Notarial Services, Litigation, Real Estate & Planning, Employment & Pensions, and Data, Privacy & Technology. They support a diverse client base operating in sectors such as industrials, technology, media & telecommunications, energy, financial institutions and life sciences.
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking to recruit a Senior Associate (6-8 years of experience) to join its Corporate Finance team in Brussels.
The Corporate/M&A team has recently undergone a significant transformation and is focused on delivering high-quality transactional work for a strong portfolio of leading domestic and international clients.
You will be involved in a broad range of corporate transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions and corporate reorganisations and restructurings, often across multiple jurisdictions. The role offers genuine autonomy, high levels of responsibility, and direct client contact from day one. You will engage with top-tier, multinational clients and regularly collaborate with lawyers across Eversheds Sutherland’s international network. This is a unique opportunity to work on top-quality transactions in a supportive and entrepreneurial setting.
We are looking for a dynamic, technically strong and commercially minded lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced, international environment:
• 6-8 years of relevant experience in corporate transactional work at a leading international or Benelux law firm.
• LL.M. at a US or UK university.
• Fluency in English, and either Dutch or French, with working knowledge of the other language.
• Strong drafting skills and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage transactions autonomously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative attitude and eagerness to contribute to a newly restructured, ambitious and growing team.
• Excellent progression opportunities due to the dynamic growth in a vibrant team.
• Working for exciting and varied international clients from the outset.
• Regular training and further development in the international offices.
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the world, with the possibility of undertaking a secondment to one of the international offices.
• Last but not least: a culture that promotes cooperation, diversity and training!
By creating perfect matches between legal professionals and organizations, we don’t just transform careers—we enhance the strength of legal teams. This leads to greater success and satisfaction for both candidates and clients. With a team of motivated, trilingual recruitment partners, we have successfully filled over 1,000 vacancies, achieving an impressive 98% success rate in permanent placements.
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