Associate Digital, Data, IP & Technology

• You will be a part of a well-integrated team that works on high profile international cases with front-page visibility;
• The opportunity to join a globally recognized law firm leading in AI law, IP,  life sciences and technology transactions;
• Collaborate with top-tier professionals, backed up by regular team meetings which enable the team to share relevant experience in an efficient way;
• Engage in a variety of interesting work;
• Support of specialist know-how lawyers and access to dedicated Business Professionals and Personal Assistants and support systems;
• The possibility to join national and international secondment programmes allowing you to work with other departments, other people and to be exposed to the different cultures that the firm encompasses; 
• Dedicated local and global training programmes and professional training on communication, IT skills, management and business development skills;
• Flexibility to work from Antwerp or Brussels or remote.

As an Associate Digital, Data, IP & Technology (DDIT), you will be part of a forward-thinking team at a leading international law firm.

A&O Shearman’s Belgian DDIT practice consists of 9 specialist lawyers based in their Antwerp and Brussels offices. This team supports leading local and international businesses in relation to intellectual property, technology and data law, with a particular focus on the life science and technology sectors. The team assists clients with the full range of legal services in these areas – including assistance on advisory work (including in relation to AI and data), transactions (including strategic outsourcing and digital transformation transactions) and major IP and life science litigations (including trademark and patent litigation). 

Your role will thus include:

• Advising clients on a range of technology, life sciences, and IP matters, including advisory, transactional, and litigation aspects.
• Working closely with senior lawyers and mentoring junior associates in a collaborative, team-driven environment.
• Handling complex, international matters in an entrepreneurial setting.
• Collaborating across multiple jurisdictions, with regular interactions with colleagues worldwide.
• Engaging in a broad mix of legal work, ensuring professional growth and exposure to diverse challenges.
• Managing client relationships.

We are looking for a talented and driven lawyer with the following qualifications:

• A Belgian Master in Law with outstanding academic results.
• 3 to 6 years of experience in a reputable firm with a special focus on tech, IP and/or data – and preferably a focus on the life science and/or technology sectors.
• Experience with advisory work, transactions, and - to a lesser extent – litigation.
• Enjoying being at the forefront of the legal industry – advising on new areas and strategic client matters.
• Outstanding English proficiency, as well as French and/or Dutch (written and spoken).
• A strong team player mentality – someone who thrives on collaboration and sharing successes.
• An entrepreneurial spirit with excellent legal capabilities and communication skills.

Apply immediately via the website or contact Stéphanie Verhaegen for more information.
Contact Stéphanie by mail: stephanie.verhaegen@youconnect.be or call +32 476 39 40 50.

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