Paralegal

What we do

From words to books and music, we nurture creativity in all its forms. Emotions and Strictly Confidential share the same home and the same belief: great art deserves care, integrity and the freedom to flourish.

Our Mission

·      To stand at the heart of the independent creative scene.

·      To discover, protect, and promote artistic voices across literature, music and audiovisual.

·      To connect creators and audiences through passion, precision, and respect.

·      To stay true to our values while constantly evolving and pushing boundaries.

What You’ll Be Doing

This hybrid role combines legal and administrative responsibilities to support the Legal & Business Affairs team and our general management. You’ll work closely with senior legal personnel, internal teams, authors, artists and partners to ensure smooth operations and legal compliance.

Key responsibilities

·      Support senior Legal & Business Affairs team members with agreements, rights acquisitions and group matters.

·      Draft and prepare publishing, administration, service and ancillary agreements (e.g., translation, sample, synch deals) related to book and music publishing.

·      Conduct research related to book and music publishing (e.g., legal doctrine, professional industry news, administrative research related to CMOs/subsidies).

·      Maintain and improve rights management systems and databases.

·      Coordinate meetings, agendas, take notes and follow-up actions across departments.

·      Assist with budget tracking, invoice processing, and purchase orders.

·      Ensure accuracy in contracts, royalties, and financial documentation.

·      Monitor project progress and provide updates to stakeholders.

·      Support training and development programs, especially those related to books and music industry trends.

·      Ensure consistent application of company policies and contribute to policy updates.

Skills and Experience Required

·      Degree in Law (Bachelor or Master) or Law Practice (“Rechtspraktijk”).

·      Sound understanding of intellectual property law, especially copyright.

·      Minimum two years’ experience in a legal or creative industry administrative role specifically in contracting roles.

·      Exceptional organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

·      Excellent eye for detail and proven contract drafting skills.

·      Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·      Bilingual (French as mother tongue and fluent in English), Dutch language skills are a plus. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Office 365.

·      Ability to work independently under time pressure.

Personal Attributes

·      Passionate about books and music.

·      Strong work ethic and initiative.

·      Emotionally intelligent and adaptable in a dynamic environment.

·      Commercially aware and collaborative.

·      Well-organised, efficient, and a great team player.

·      Good sense of humour.

What we offer

·      A meaningful role at the heart of the independent creative sector, where books, music, and ideas shape every day.

·      A human-sized team that values integrity, trust, and collaboration — you’ll work closely with passionate professionals in an environment that encourages initiative and autonomy

·      Opportunities to grow and learn, including exposure to diverse legal topics

·      Hybrid working environment, with flexibility to support work–life balance.

·      A central Brussels workplace, easily accessible and embedded in a vibrant cultural ecosystem.

·      Competitive compensation package, aligned with experience and responsibilities.

·      A positive, respectful atmosphere where humor, curiosity, and creativity are part of daily life.