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Legal Counsel (Data Protection, Commercial & ICT) - Brussels

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As Legal Counsel, you will act as a key legal partner with a strong focus on data protection, which represents approximately +/- half of the role. You will complement this with hands-on involvement in commercial, ICT and outsourcing contracts, supporting the business with pragmatic, risk-aware legal advice.

Updated on 05/02/2026

  • Data protection matters for ±50% of your role
  • Commercial, contract & ICT Law represents the other 50% of your role

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organisation in the Belgian market and part of a solid international group. With several hundred colleagues, the company is driving digital transformation while promoting diversity, collaboration and continuous development.

Job Description

As a Legal Counsel your responsibilities are:

Data Protection - ±50% of the role

  • Act as a legal reference for GDPR and Belgian data protection legislation
  • Advise on data protection compliance across business and digital initiatives
  • Draft, review and negotiate data processing and data protection agreements
  • Take ownership of keeping privacy notices and statements up to date
  • Monitor legislative developments, case law and doctrine in close collaboration with the DPO
  • Support the management of data breaches and data protection incidents



Contract, Commercial & ICT Law - ±50% of the role

  • Draft, review and negotiate commercial, ICT, cloud and outsourcing agreements
  • Identify contractual risks and define mitigation strategies aligned with business objectives
  • Provide clear and pragmatic advice to internal stakeholders on commercial law matters
  • Ensure contractual compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies



Regulatory & Digital Law

  • Advise on DORA requirements related to ICT risk and third-party providers
  • Monitor and interpret the EU AI Act and its contractual implications
  • Support compliance in cloud services, outsourcing and digital governance
  • Advise on cybersecurity and operational resilience clauses



The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

  • Master's degree in Law
  • As from 5 years of experience (mandatory criteria)
  • Strong experience in data protection (GDPR) is essential
  • Solid background in commercial contracts and ICT law
  • Analytical mindset with strong risk assessment capabilities
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills
  • Tech-oriented and interested in digital innovation
  • Fluent in English, Dutch and French

What's on Offer

This company offers you:

  • Competitive gross salary
  • Company car or mobility budget
  • Extensive insurance package (hospitalisation, ambulatory care, income protection, pension)
  • Bonuses (year-end, collective and individual)
  • Flex reward plan
  • Internet and homeworking allowance
  • Flexible hours and hybrid working (up to 3 days from home)
  • Prime location in Brussels
  • Strong focus on training, coaching and internal mobility
  • If you are passionate about legal matters and eager to contribute to a thriving organization in Brussels, we encourage you to apply today!
Contact
Aristote Lotoko
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6939444

Job summary

Sector
Legal & Tax
Sub Sector
General Counsel - In-house
Industry
Insurance
Location
Brussels
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Aristote Lotoko
Job Reference
JN-022026-6939444

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