Associate Employment & Compensation

A&O SHEARMAN; Belgique; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training and development programs

Hybrid working arrangements

Attractive and competitive compensation package

Job summary

A&O Shearman is looking for an Associate in their Employment & Compensation practice based in Brussels. This role involves providing comprehensive legal advice on employment and compensation matters for both Belgian and international clients.

The ideal candidate will have a Master in Law and 2-5 years of experience, with fluent Dutch and English, and a good command of French. Join a dynamic team in a globally recognized law firm offering an attractive compensation package and hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in the employment team of a reputable law firm.
• Motivated to work on high-profile, challenging matters in a dynamic, international environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on employment, compensation, and HR-related matters.
• Work on Belgian and international matters.
• Support clients in workplace investigations and employee benefits.
• Collaborate with other departments on interdisciplinary projects.
• Participate in secondments and international assignments.

Skills

Excellent command of Dutch

Excellent command of English

Good command of French

Strong legal skills

Communication abilities

Education

Belgian Master in Law with excellent academic results

Job description

Our client

Are you a talented employment lawyer ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to work on high-profile, complex employment and compensation matters in an international law firm setting?

Our client, A&O Shearman, is seeking an Associate for their Employment & Compensation practice in Brussels. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a global team that works on challenging cases and transactions, with direct exposure to both Belgian and international clients.

The Belgian Employment & Compensation practice is fully integrated into the firm’s global network, handling all aspects of employment, pensions, executive compensation, restructuring, workplace investigations, and collective bargaining, both contentious and non-contentious.

Vacancy description

As an Associate Employment & Compensation you will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Provide advice on a broad spectrum of employment, compensation, and HR-related matters, including complex disputes and sensitive corporate issues.
• Work on both Belgian and international matters, including cross-border transactions, restructurings, executive compensation, and collective bargaining.
• Support clients in workplace investigations, pensions, and employee benefits.
• Collaborate closely with other departments, sharing knowledge and contributing to interdisciplinary projects.
• Participate in secondments, international assignments, and global team initiatives that broaden your exposure and expertise.

You will have the opportunity to make a real impact, develop a strong client portfolio, and grow within a globally recognised firm.

Profile

• Belgian Master in Law with excellent academic results.
• 2-5 years’ experience in the employment team of a reputable law firm.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English (spoken and written) and a good command of French.
• Strong team player, with excellent legal skills, entrepreneurial spirit, and communication abilities.
• Motivated to work on high-profile, challenging matters in a dynamic, international environment

Offer

• Join a highly integrated team working on prestigious Belgian and international matters.
• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment in a top-tier global law firm
• Access to national and international secondments for broader exposure and experience.
• Extensive training and development programs, including professional, business development, and management skills.
• Work with dedicated support staff and specialist know-how lawyers.
• Enjoy hybrid working arrangements and a culture that prioritises well-being and work-life balance.
• Be recognised and rewarded with an attractive and competitive compensation package.