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Legal Advisor - Urban Planning, Permitting and Energy Policy

Brussels City Permanent Work from home View Job Description
As Legal Advisor, you will guide companies in navigating urban permitting and energy policy within the commercial real estate sector, analyzing legal developments and advising on compliance and sustainable projects. You'll represent the sector's interests, coordinate working groups, and help shape future urban and environmental policy.

Updated on 23/09/2025

  • Strategic impact
  • Professional growth

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent federation representing a wide range of industries in Belgium's commercial and service sectors - from digital platforms and retail chains to hospitality and service providers. They play a key role in shaping policy and supporting sustainable growth across the country.

Job Description

Key responsibilities

  • Monitor Belgian and European legal developments in urban planning, permitting, and energy policy relevant to commercial real estate.
  • Analyze the impact of new and existing laws, case law, and legal doctrine on urban permits, energy initiatives, and commercial property.
  • Advise member companies on compliance with urban and environmental regulations, and support them in sustainable development projects.
  • Represent the sector's interests at regional, federal, and European levels, advocating for pragmatic and future-oriented urban and energy policies.
  • Coordinate and facilitate working groups and committees focused on urban development, permitting, and energy transition.
  • Build and maintain a strong network with members and institutional partners.

The Successful Applicant

  • Belgian Master's degree in Law
  • Experience as a consultant, lawyer, or in-house legal counsel
  • Ability to translate complex legal matters into clear, practical advice
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Analytical, hands-on, and business-minded
  • Dynamic, persuasive, and able to inspire others
  • Bilingual Dutch/French; good command of English
  • Initiative, responsibility, and strong organizational skills
  • Team player who can also work independently
  • Flexible and eager to learn

What's on Offer

  • A strategic and impactful role within a dynamic, mission-driven team
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • A competitive salary package with flexible working arrangements
  • The chance to shape the future of urban and environmental policy in Belgium
Contact
Géraldine Struyf
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6679040

Job summary

Sector
Legal & Tax
Sub Sector
General Counsel - In-house
Industry
Retail
Location
Brussels City
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Géraldine Struyf
Job Reference
JN-022025-6679040
Remote or office
Work from home

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