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Junior Legal Counsel - Social Law (NL) - Brussels

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The role is a junior social law position (0-1 year experience) where you will advise members on employment law matters while being closely coached by the Head of Legal acting as your mentor.

Added 22/06/2026

  • You want a mentor, not just a manager
  • You are looking for a first experience where you truly learn

About Our Client

The client is a well-established professional organization with a strong presence in Belgium, offering a structured and collaborative environment where legal expertise supports its members and broader sector dynamics

Job Description

You will quickly develop hands-on expertise, with strong support from your mentor:

  • Advise members on individual employment law matters (termination, compensation, inspections, disputes, wellbeing, etc.)
  • Work on collective labour law topics (collective agreements, social dialogue, elections, etc.)
  • Monitor legal developments and translate them into practical advice
  • Participate in meetings, working groups and legal discussions
  • Deliver trainings and information sessions (with guidance at the start)



From day one, youwillwork on real cases, not just support tasks.

The Successful Applicant

  • Master's degree in Law (recent graduate or max. 1 year experience)
  • Fluent Dutch speaker (mandatory)
  • Good knowledge of French; English is a plus
  • Strong interest in employment & social law
  • Eager to learn, proactive and communicative



What's on Offer

  • Direct mentorship from the Head of Legal (mentee-focused role)
  • Designed for Dutch-speaking junior profiles (0-1 year experience)
  • A true learning environment with strong coaching
  • Early exposure to practical and impactful legal work
  • A strong learning school in social law
  • Intensive mentorship + gradual autonomy
  • Competitive salary package with extra-legal benefits
  • Stable, reputable organization
  • Excellent work-life balance



Contact
Aristote Lotoko
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6950005

Job summary

Sector
Legal & Tax
Sub Sector
General Counsel - In-house
Industry
Business Services
Location
Brussels
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Aristote Lotoko
Job Reference
JN-022026-6950005

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