<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> <strong>Talent Solutions</strong> is currently looking for a <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x) </strong>for a permanent position based in <strong>Brussels</strong>.</p><p>Our client is a fast growing company active in the <strong>international trade sector</strong>.</p><p>As <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x) </strong>you will be <strong>responsible</strong> for:</p><ul><li>Commercial contracts/contract management:<ul><li>Managing the international commercial contracts of the company: drafting, alignment with shareholders, negotiation lead in front of suppliers, follow-up of the contracts performance, etc.,</li><li>Support our commercial teams in their negotiation activities and exchanges with suppliers: compliance with competition law in commercial negotiations, regular training sessions to sensibilize commercial teams to main legal topics, day-to-day support for the performance of the contracts</li><li>Internal reporting of contracts negotiation and anticipation of contractual risks: within the legal department, to the commercial teams, to the management team, to the legal teams of the shareholders</li><li>Preparation of the yearly contract templates</li></ul></li><li>Other contracts: according to company's needs, review of contracts with further third parties (external providers, clients, etc.);</li><li>Litigation follow-up;</li><li>Participate to the monitoring of the Belgian and European business and competition laws;</li><li>Corporate governance: with the support of external counsels, supporting corporate matters such as minutes of internal committees, follow-up of the yearly general assembly, delegations, etc;</li><li>Other legal support and tasks as punctually requested by the direct manager or the management team;</li><li>Transversal mission: co-management of specific projects / activities (team trainings, legal tools developments, etc.).</li></ul><p>The required <strong>profile</strong> for the <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x) </strong>position:</p><ul><li>Have a Belgian or French Master degree in Law;</li><li>With a specialization and/or experience either in international commercial contracts negotiation, or in contracts management;</li><li>Demonstrate at least 6 years of successful experience in a company or law firm</li><li>Have a professional command of English (working language). French, German and/or Dutch are not mandatory but would be a great asset;</li><li>Demonstrate her/his motivation to work in a challenging and fast-growing organization, within a young and dynamic international team.</li></ul><p>Interested in this position of<strong> Legal Counsel (m/f/x)</strong> at a young and dynamic company? Apply today.</p><p> </p><p><em>Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy</a>.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0SGFsZi40ODgzMS4xMDg5NUByaGlldXJvcGUuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half Talent Solutions</strong> is currently looking for a<strong> Legal Counsel (m/f/x)</strong> for a permanent position based in <strong>Brussels</strong>.</p><p>Our client is a fast growing company active in the <strong>insurance sector.</strong></p><p>As <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x)</strong> you will be <strong>responsible</strong> for:</p><ul><li>Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice and guidance to management and other personnel on wide range of topics, including insurance policy interpretation, regulatory compliance, contractual obligations, employment;</li><li>Insurance Policy Drafting and Review: Draft and review insurance policies, contracts, and other legal documents to identify potential risks, ensure accuracy, and mitigate liabilities;</li><li>Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in insurance laws and regulations in Belgium, assess their impact on the company and colleagues in the Compliance team, and help to implement necessary compliance measures;</li><li>Litigation Management: Manage external legal counsel and represent the company in litigation matters, including escalated disputes with policyholders, regulatory and law enforcement agencies, court authorities and other parties;</li><li>Training and Education: Conduct training sessions and workshops for employees to increase awareness of legal issues and requirements affecting business;</li><li>Risk Management: Observe and uphold risk management strategies to minimise legal exposure and protect interests.</li></ul><p>The required<strong> profile</strong> for the <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x)</strong> position:</p><ul><li>Degree (or equivalent) in Law [and admission to the Brussels Bar] is essential. Advanced certifications or relevant professional qualifications in insurance law are highly desirable;</li><li>Minimum of 6 years experience practicing law in a similar role. Experience working in the regulated financial services industry, ideally within the insurance industry. Ideally at least two years at a law firm and prior in-house experience;</li><li>Familiarity with Belgian insurance regulations, including IDD, Solvency II, and GDPR;</li><li>Excellent knowledge of legal principles, practices, and industry standards, with the ability to apply them in a practical and business-oriented manner;</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify risks, and recommend appropriate actions and practical solutions;</li><li>Strong project management and stakeholder management skills;</li><li>Fluency in English and French or Dutch is required, with the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms. Other European languages considered an asset;Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to explain complex concepts (sufficient to conduct business in the insurance industry) in English and Dutch or French, both written and verbal to non-technical audiences;</li><li>Proven track record of managing legal matters independently and collaboratively within a team environment;</li><li>Ability to be pragmatic and understand and communicate legal requirements as well as effective risk mitigation strategies and implications of non-compliance;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously;</li><li>Ability to work in a changing, fast paced international business;</li><li>Credibility, professionalism and confidence to implement best practice independently with a proactive attitude;</li><li>Ability to make the judgement to balance commercial and compliance risks to achieve positive outcomes;</li><li>Ability to work with the business to achieve its goals within the relevant regulatory environment including delivery of difficult messages to senior leadership where necessary;</li><li>Skilled in managing assigned tasks in an assertive, efficient and timely manner.</li></ul><p>Interested in this position of <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x)</strong> at a young and dynamic company? Apply today.</p><p> </p><p><em>Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy</a>.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0SGFsZi4xODc5My4xMDg5NUByaGlldXJvcGUuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> <strong>Talent Solutions</strong> is currently looking for a <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x) </strong>for a permanent position based in Vilvoorde.</p><p>Our client is a strong company active in the <strong>real estate sector</strong>.</p><p>As <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x) </strong>you will be <strong>responsible</strong> for:</p><ul><li>Identify and mitigate all legal risks relating to the real estate development and operations (including related infrastructure, power connection and renewable energy features) in relation to data centre and light industrial / logistics development projects and assets with a strong focus on energy, construction law, leasing and operational contracts;</li><li>Draft, review, negotiate and manage agreements and other legal documents in relation to the development of data centre and light industrial / logistics projects (e.g. energy, power and grid connection and use, RIBA and other design engineering and architect services, EPC agreements, including Fidic and procurement) and related renewable energy and other innovative projects (e.g. PV installations, PPA's and other energy trading agreements, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, battery installations, waste heat use, wind…);</li><li>Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, case law, and industry trends impacting the company, and proactively advise the organisation on potential legal risks and opportunities;</li><li>Ensure compliance with the company's policies, standards and values. Train and educate the Belgian team on relevant legal and compliance matters, and foster a culture of legal awareness and compliance;</li><li>Involve and manage external law firms in an effective and timely way and at fair cost;</li><li>Ensure the coordination of legal disputes and/or litigation;</li><li>Work in close collaboration with the other Legal Counsels in Continental Europe, the Belgium/Netherlands business and the wider European team.</li></ul><p>The required <strong>profile</strong> for the <strong>Legal Counsel (m/f/x) </strong>position:</p><ul><li>Excellent knowledge of contract law, construction law and energy law with a strong interest in a broad spectrum of relevant regulatory changes;</li><li>At least 6 years of proven experience as a legal counsel or a similar role in a company or law firm;</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills;</li><li>Ability to work without significant supervision, and independently handle most complex legal matters;</li><li>Ability to work on multiple projects and in different teams with a strong eye for meeting deadlines;</li><li>High ethical standards and professionalism living our client's values of innovation, determination, integrity and sustainability by example;</li><li>Perfect knowledge of Dutch and English, both written and spoken;</li><li>Able to work on multiple projects under tight time pressure in a fast-changing environment;</li><li>Experience in international projects required;</li><li>Profound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Copilot);</li><li>Keen to learn everything about our client and its business and share its values of innovation, determination, integrity and sustainability.</li></ul><p>Interested in this position of<strong> Legal Counsel (m/f/x) </strong>at a young and dynamic company? Apply today.</p><p> </p><p><em>Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy</a>.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0SGFsZi41NDM1NS4xMDg5NUByaGlldXJvcGUuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> <strong>Talent Solutions </strong>is momenteel op zoek naar een <strong>Legal Counsel (m/v/x) </strong> voor een klant gelegen in <strong>Antwerpen</strong>.</p><p>Onze klant is een bedrijf actief in de <strong>vastgoedsector.</strong></p><p>Als <strong>Legal Counsel (m/v/x)</strong> zal u volgende <strong>verantwoordelijkheden</strong> hebben:</p><ul><li>Het adviseren, juridisch begeleiden en structureren van vastgoedtransacties, zowel bij aankoopprocedures als verkoopprocedures (B2B en B2C), en het juridisch beheer van het patrimonium;</li><li>Juridische ondersteuning met betrekking tot de vergunningstrajecten nl. bij opmaak vergunningsaanvragen, opvolging bezwaar- en beroepsprocedures, aansturen externe advocaten,…;</li><li>De opmaak en opvolging van de verkoopdocumenten in samenwerking met notarissen oa. verkoopovereenkomsten, verkavelings-en basisaktes, prekadastratie,…;</li><li>Juridische opvolging van project gerelateerde vennootschapsrechtelijke, financiële en fiscale aspecten, verzekeringen en geschillen.</li></ul><p>De vereiste <strong>kwalificaties</strong> voor de functie van <strong>Legal Counsel (m/v/x)</strong> zijn:</p><ul><li>Master in de Rechten en 5 jaar een relevante ervaring op het vlak van vastgoedrecht, in de brede zin van het woord, opgedaan in een vooraanstaand advocatenkantoor of bij een belangrijke speler in de vastgoedsector;</li><li>Doortastend, flexibel, communicatief. Je kan standpunten beknopt, duidelijk en geargumenteerd overbrengen;</li><li>Proactieve, oplossingsgerichte en nauwkeurige werkhouding;</li><li>Ondernemende jurist en teamspeler, met de nodige aandacht voor de bredere context waarbinnen de juridische problematiek moet worden gekaderd. Je bent in staat mee te denken met de verdere groeistrategie van een dynamisch bedrijf;</li><li>Grondige kennis van het Nederlands. Goede kennis van het Frans en/of Engels zijn pluspunten.</li></ul><p>Interesse in deze functie van <strong>Legal Counsel (m/v/x)</strong>? Solliciteer vandaag nog!</p><p> </p><p><em>Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy</a>.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0SGFsZi40NjU3NS4xMDg5NUByaGlldXJvcGUuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is momenteel op zoek naar een <strong>Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer</strong><strong> (m/v/x) </strong> voor een klant gelegen in Diegem.</p><p>Onze klant is een bedrijf actief in de <strong>transport sector.</strong></p><p>Als <strong>Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer (m/v/x)</strong> zal u volgende <strong>verantwoordelijkheden</strong> hebben:</p><p>Als <strong>Legal Counsel</strong>:</p><ul><li>Bied je het management en andere interne stakeholders juridische oplossingen aan voor alle bedrijfsactiviteiten, waardoor je een waaier van rechtsdomeinen zal behartigen waaronder contractenrecht, vastgoedrecht, overheidsopdrachten en vennootschapsrecht;</li><li>Behartig je diverse dossiers teneinde de organisatie bij te staan om eventuele schadeclaims of andere vormen van betwisting of financiële schade te verhinderen;</li><li>Blijf je op de hoogte van de ontwikkelingen in wet- en regelgeving, rechtspraak en rechtsleer die relevant zijn voor de organisatie, onderzoek je de impact ervan en zorg je voor de implementatie;</li><li>Maak je een actieve bijdrage aan de uitbouw van de juridische dienst om een sterke business partner te worden binnen de organisatie.</li></ul><p>Als <strong>Compliance Officer</strong>:</p><ul><li>Bouw je mee aan een robuust compliance-beleid binnen Keolis, zowel het ontwikkelen ervan als de implementatie ervan;</li><li>Zorg je voor de naleving van de relevante regelgeving, waaronder GDPR, anti-witwasregelgeving, whistle blowing, antitrust ea;</li><li>Organiseer je trainingen en bewustmakingssessies voor onze medewerkers; </li><li>Ben je het aanspreekpunt voor toezichthouders en andere externe partijen.</li></ul><p> </p><p>De vereiste <strong>kwalificaties</strong> voor de functie van <strong>Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer (m/v/x)</strong> zijn:</p><ul><li>Je hebt een <strong>master in de Rechten</strong>op zak en bent klaar om je juridische expertise in te zetten. </li><li>Met minstens <strong>5 jaar ervaringin</strong> een juridische of compliance-functie, ben je geen groentje meer in het vak. </li><li>Je bent een <strong>allround bedrijfsjurist</strong>in hart en nieren, met een <strong>passie voor compliance</strong> die aanstekelijk werkt. </li><li>Jouw <strong>analytische blik</strong>is scherp, je werkt <strong>nauwkeurig</strong>, maar je bent ook <strong>pragmatisch</strong> en denkt actief mee met de business om <strong>juridische oplossingen</strong> te vinden. </li><li>Communiceren is jouw tweede natuur. Je bent een <strong>sterke communicator</strong>, een echte <strong>bruggenbouwer</strong>die zowel <strong>zelfstandig</strong> kan werken als excelleert in <strong>samenwerking</strong>, altijd met een <strong>brede, overkoepelende visie</strong>. </li><li>Je bent vloeiend in het <strong>Nederlands</strong>en het <strong>Frans</strong>, en je red je prima in het <strong>Engels</strong>. </li></ul><p>Interesse in deze functie van <strong>Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer (m/v/x)</strong>? Solliciteer vandaag nog!</p><p> </p><p><em>Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy</a>.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0SGFsZi4wNjgwOC4xMDg5NUByaGlldXJvcGUuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> <strong>Talent Solutions</strong> is currently looking for a <strong>Billing Manager (m/f/x) </strong>for a permanent position based in <strong>Brussels</strong>.</p><p>Our client is a <strong>law firm</strong>.</p><p>As <strong>Billing Manager (m/f/x) </strong>you will be <strong>responsible</strong> for:</p><p><strong>You will be responsible for managing the billing team:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing the performance of the billing team, overseeing workloads, maintaining team structure, supporting development of team members, and ensuring alignment between Billing Officers and Partners</li><li>Coaching team members on achieving billing and WIP (Work in Progress) key performance indicators (KPIs), providing areas of concern report to the billers to focus on at monthly billing/WIP meetings and leading on performance management in these areas</li><li>Lead and oversee a team of Billing Officers, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant WIP and Billing cycles by providing coaching support, implementing training to identify ways to shorten WIP to Cash cycle and balancing workloads during peaks and troughs of billing cycles</li><li>Lead the onboarding and training of new Billing Officers and review updates to the relevant training materials as required</li><li>Support the Firm's personal development initiatives and any departmental projects.</li></ul><p><strong>You will act as the Business Partner between the billing teams and partners/fee-earners</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of billing contact for Partners, gaining a thorough understanding of business drivers and the impact of billing on financial performance</li><li>Collaborate with Legal Administration teams to provide cohesive support to Partners and their clients; ad-hoc tasks</li><li>Assist the Regional Working Capital Manager, Head of Finance and Fee Earners/Partners with ad-hoc tasks</li><li>Work with Location heads/HOO's/Head of Finance to establish, and subsequently monitor, regular billing patterns to provide more accurate forecasting and resolve any group issues</li><li>Monitor existing fee arrangements and provide commercial and practical advice on fee agreements</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with Partners and Heads of Finance to ensure visibility of performance is provided to these key stakeholders</li><li>Be an escalation point for Partners and Fee Earners where billing support is below expected quality and support on resolution</li><li>Review provisions and identify write-offs with the Fee-earners</li><li>Actively manage the follow-up on charge-out rates and annual update of billing rate</li></ul><p><strong>You will lead on fulfilment and optimisation of billing activities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide oversight in matter review performance with Billing Officers and drive the implementation of necessary actions to meet KPIs. Provide quality assurance of any master data or charge out rate activity taking place in the billing team</li><li>Ensure timely, efficient and accurate billing</li><li>Review WIP and billing performance with Partner groups and identify levers to improve performance</li><li>Act as a key contact for Billing Officers for escalating ad-hoc complex requests (e-bills, multi-payor matters, etc) by engaging with senior stakeholders across GSC and other offices</li><li>Coordinate the handling of complex billing issues/queries, both technical and non-technical, from Billing Officers and Clients by raising and escalating the queries to the right stakeholders</li><li>Identify ways of improvement and optimise the local billing process alongside Head of Finance and Global Process Owners/Leads</li><li>Drive local implementation of process improvements to meet office KPIs, including the creation of standard/ad-hoc reports and dashboards. Collaborate with Billing Officers, Collectors, Other finance colleagues, Fee Earners, and Partners to achieve these improvements</li><li>Escalating key issues to the Regional Working Capital Manager when necessary</li></ul><p><strong>You will also lead on WIP control and reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with Collectors and support in implementing actions for unpaid invoices and aged receivables to ensure a rigorous and efficient follow-up of the collection to meet office targets</li><li>Ensure compliance with firm's standards and guidelines including local statutory and tax requirements</li><li>Provide analysis and reporting on the WIP cull to identify inefficient billing practices and drive implementation of ways of improvement</li></ul><p>The required <strong>profile</strong> for the <strong>Billing Manager (m/f/x) </strong>position:</p><ul><li>In-depth knowledge of billing processes, including timely and accurate billing cycles, and resolving billing issues</li><li>Experience in analysing financial data and generating reports and dashboards, preferred not required</li><li>Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills to collaborate and operate with Partners, Finance colleagues, and other stakeholders to drive performance improvement and if needed challenge senior stakeholders when necessary</li><li>Great team working skills and a passion for delivering results</li><li>Pro-active by nature, with a collaborative attitude, a critical thinker and willing to learn fast and take up new challenges</li><li>Ability to drive a continuous improvement mindset in your team and demonstrating a good understanding of process management and improvement methodologies</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines</li><li>Strong management skills to effectively manage and guide a team of Billing Officers with previous experience (optional not required) in managing a team and driving performance improvement</li><li>Ability to set clear expectations of a team on what an outstanding versus good results looks like to encourage and inspire performance</li><li>Commitment to maintain high standards of quality in service delivery, with a proven ability to implement processes that ensure consistency and reliability in billing operations. Previous experience (optional, not required) in quality assurance or process improvement is advantageous</li><li>Previous experience (preferred, not required) in driving/supporting on implementing process improvements and driving efficiency</li><li>Sufficient knowledge of local VAT standards and guidelines, with prior experience in leading on accuracy and compliance in billing activities</li><li>Experienced in handling financial systems and software used for billing and invoicing is a plus, such as SAP S/4HANA, Concur, Service Now, E-Billing Platforms, Excel and MS Office Suite</li><li>5+ years of experience in billing or finance roles, preferably in a professional services or legal environment</li><li>Proficient in English and either Dutch or French</li></ul><p>Interested in this position of<strong> Billing Manager (m/f/x)</strong> at a young and dynamic company? Apply today.</p><p> </p><p><em>Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy</a>.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iZXJ0SGFsZi41NjU2MS4xMDg5NUByaGlldXJvcGUuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
