Trade lawyer

Van Bael & Bellis is a leading independent law firm headquartered in Brussels, with offices in London and Geneva. We are a truly international firm, both in terms of lawyers and clients.

Established more than 35 years ago, our firm has grown to include more than 90 lawyers from 27 different countries. While our working language is English, our lawyers speak more than 25 different languages.

Since our inception, we have developed a collaborative team of lawyers who combine their perspectives to provide thoughtful and effective legal support.. We provide specialist advice to clients ranging from multinationals, government bodies and top-tier law firms around the globe.

We offer our clients the support of a highly effective team of professionals with multi-jurisdictional expertise and a truly international perspective. We work on complex, high-end international assignments, which require deep knowledge of the law, yet practical results for our demanding clients.

We are currently looking for a Belgian-qualified associate with relevant experience in EU law projects at a reputable law firm, public administration, or as in-house counsel.

Function

Directly work with a large variety of international clients on a wide number of trade related cases. With a focus on customs law.

You will be one of the leading associates on custom related topics, working directly with partners, helping them find the best advice and legal representation. Not only from behind your desk, but also in the courtroom.

Profile

• 3-5 years relevant experience
• Be a Belgian qualified lawyer
• Interest in trade law
• Experience in Belgian customs law
• Very strong levels of Dutch and English, strong French is a bonus
• Interest in developing a career in a multicultural and international environment
• Entrepreneurial and proactive

Our offer

• You will work in a stimulating and dynamic environment with motivated and enthusiastic colleagues, direct client contacts, and high-profile cases in a wide range of sectors;
• The firm relies on a very professional working environment with all necessary support, which will enable you to concentrate on the high-level legal work;
• You will be in contact with a diversified international client base. You will find a variety of work, with the ability to use your own initiative;
• You will be trained on the job by experienced lawyers;
• You will be offered an attractive remuneration package in accordance with your experience;
• The firm invests heavily in its people in terms of training, welfare, incentives and rewards, and prides itself on maintaining a friendly, informal and sociable working atmosphere with respect for a work-life balance.

If you are interested, please send your CV and cover letter to our recruitment team at with the subject \"Trade lawyer (customs focused)\".