Job Description

What’s in it for you?

• A career within a leading Belgian business law firm with an international reputation for its expertise and legal excellence.
• The opportunity to handle highly interesting, challenging and diverse banking & finance cases from A to Z.
• Direct client facing and transactional work.
• Being part of a team of experienced professionals with an open door policy, willing to support you anytime.
• A friendly atmosphere, focused on excellence, exchange and teamwork.
• A multilingual, open and stimulating environment.
• A true commitment to your education and training, and continuous know-how sharing.
• Professional training on various topics (such as business, communication, financial literacy, networking and language and IT skills).
• Active participation in the development of the Banking & Finance practice, with career growth opportunities.
• A green and efficient mobility with their offices located next to the Brussels and Antwerp Central Stations.
• A competitive remuneration package, in line with your experience.

What your future may hold

As a midlevel Associate Banking & Finance, you will be involved in a broad range of Banking & Finance transactions matters for a varied client base. Your tasks will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating deal documentation, engaging with clients and their counterparts, and managing matters from inception to closing. You will also be involved in the training of juniors.

You will have the opportunity to support corporate borrowers, private equity sponsors, real estate developers, financial institutions, funds, and alternative lenders with diverse financing needs. From acquisition and real estate finance to project and general corporate lending, together with your expert team you will offer pragmatic advice to secure successful deals in Belgium and globally.

You will be part of one of the largest Corporate & Finance departments in Belgium. By seamlessly combining their expertise and knowledge, Liedekerke’s attorneys are able to quickly address their clients’ needs in corporate and finance matters, whether these arise in Belgium or abroad. For cross-border transactions, you will work on a daily basis with top-tier foreign law firms.

Your skillset

• You have 3 years or more of experience within a top Belgian or international law firm in Banking & Finance matters.
• You hold a Belgian Master’s in Law with good university grades. An additional education abroad or an LLM in Banking & Finance law is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of French or Dutch and English is essential, paired with good proficiency in the other national language.
• You have excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• You are a flexible, down-to-earth and motivated team-player who can also work autonomously. 
• You have a hands-on mentality and are ready to take initiative.
• You are eager to take on challenges, with a commitment to delivering high-quality services. 
• You have a proactive, client-oriented and solution driven approach with a practical and commercial mindset. 

Our Client

Founded in 1965, Liedekerke is a leading Belgian law firm with an international reputation for its expertise and legal excellence. With offices in Antwerp, Brussels, London, Kinshasa, and Kigali, the firm has been providing high-quality legal services for nearly 60 years. It has a strong advisory practice with in-depth knowledge of Belgian and European law and represents clients in complex litigation before national and international courts. Liedekerke is known for its multidisciplinary teams that support both local and cross-border projects. The firm continuously invests in expertise and technology to meet its clients' needs. With over 120 lawyers, Liedekerke focuses on innovative and business-oriented legal solutions and has a strong record in dispute resolution.

Interested?

Apply immediately via the website or contact Emma Gröger for more information.
Contact Emma by mail: emma.groger@youconnect.be or call +32 489 88 97 57.

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