EU Chemicals Regulatory Associate — Strategy & Litigation

Bird & Bird (Belgium); Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Bird & Bird (Belgium) is seeking a Mid-Level Associate in Brussels to join their EU Chemicals Regulatory Team. This role offers the chance to handle high-profile EU regulatory and litigation matters. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of post-qualification experience and a solid background in EU law.

Key responsibilities include providing EU chemicals regulatory advice, monitoring legislative developments, and supporting clients with cross-border regulatory issues. The position requires excellent analytical skills and fluency in English, with knowledge of additional EU languages being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Holds 2-3 years of post-qualification experience in EU regulatory law or life sciences/chemicals-related matters.
• Solid understanding of EU institutions, ideally with a traineeship at the European Commission or similar organization.

Responsabilités

• EU chemicals regulatory advice including REACH, CLP, biocides, and related frameworks.
• Regulatory strategy and compliance before EU institutions and national authorities.
• Advocacy and litigation before national courts and the EU Courts.
• Monitoring and analyzing EU legislative and policy developments.
• Advising on market access, enforcement, and product compliance issues.
• Supporting clients across the EU on complex, cross-border regulatory matters.

Connaissances

Excellent analytical and drafting skills

Outstanding command of English

Knowledge of French, Italian, or other EU languages

Collaborative team player

Solutions-oriented approach

Formation

Admission to an EU Bar

Strong background in EU law (LL.M. preferred)

Description du poste

Bird & Bird (Belgium) is seeking a Mid-Level Associate in Brussels to join their EU Chemicals Regulatory Team. This role offers the chance to handle high-profile EU regulatory and litigation matters. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of post-qualification experience and a solid background in EU law.

Key responsibilities include providing EU chemicals regulatory advice, monitoring legislative developments, and supporting clients with cross-border regulatory issues. The position requires excellent analytical skills and fluency in English, with knowledge of additional EU languages being advantageous.