Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel
Regio: Brussel
Vereiste ervaring: 7 jaar
Werkomgeving: Onderneming
Ref: VL/BE/4081/25
Contract: Onbepaalde duur (Voltijds)

Bedrijfsomschrijving

Since first going into action in 1909, the BESIX Group has over the years grown into a multidisciplinary company with a leading position in its markets: construction, property development and concessions. BESIX Contracting specializes in construction, infrastructure and marine works, often in contracts with a high level of complexity.

In Benelux and France, the Group’s regional affiliates BESIX Infra, Jacques Delens, Vanhout, Wust and Lux TP ensure a strong presence and a local approach. With Franki Foundations, Socogetra, BESIX Environment and BESIX Unitec, the Group offers specialist niche solutions for the building market like deep foundations, geo-engineering, road construction, water treatment and cable and pipeline construction.


Function

  • Draft and negotiate various legal instruments (DBFM/BOOT/Concession agreements) PPAs (Power Purchase Agreements), loan documentation, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, memoranda of understanding, term sheets, joint development agreements, consortium agreements, articles of incorporation, shareholders agreements, internal financing agreements, etc.).
  • Provide legal advice and assistance throughout the project execution, including follow up on any claims, in close cooperation with the relevant project team.
  • Advice on corporate law and corporate governance related issues.
  • Select and manage outside counsel(s), notaries, advisors in this field.
  • Participate in monitoring legal compliance, keeping up to date with new regulations, analyse their impact on operational activities and ensure their implementation.

Profile

  • Master’s degree in law, with a strong academic track record; any additional degree is a plus.
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant and demonstrated experience in contract drafting and negotiation, commercial law, and corporate law, either in a major law firm, or with a company, preferably in an international and business development context.
  • At ease in dealing with complex projects and project documentation.
  • Fluent in Dutch, English and French; any other language is a plus.
  • Able and willing to combine a sustainable business enabler role with and outspoken intellectual independence, to promote a sound and sustainable contractual framework for BESIX Invest operations.
  • Rigorous, methodical, attention to detail.
  • Outstanding drafting skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Team player; driven by collective results rather than individual achievements.
  • Self starter; capable of multi-tasking in a demanding and deadlines-driven environment.
  • Impeccable personal and work ethics; transparent, loyal, committed.

Offer

Besix offers you a challenging position in a company with a leading position in its markets. An open-minded working environment and dynamic team offering many opportunities for personal and career development. The possibility to work autonomously and in close contact with Legal & Contract team and the business. An attractive salary and benefit package in line with your experience.

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