Legal Counsel

AMjobcenter; Heverlee; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Training opportunities

Exposure to new technologies in an 국제해

Independence and growth

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Materialise, headquartered in Leuven, Belgium, seeks a Legal Counsel to join the legal team. You will lead corporate matters, oversee reporting activities (20-F, EU annual, SEC/MAR), and strengthen the compliance framework across the Materialise group.

You will also partner as a Legal Business Partner across Software, Manufacturing and Medical units, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and advising on risk vs. opportunity.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Law from a reputable university.
• Knowledge of both civil and common law, with US/UK exposure a plus.
• At least 5 years of post‑qualification experience, in‑house or at an international law firm.
• Knowledge of corporate and securities law in Belgian, US and international contexts.
• Fluency in Dutch and English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate matters for Materialise in a dual-listed context (SOX, reporting, compliance).
• Oversee corporate compliance framework, including internal controls.
• Draft, advise on, negotiate, and close commercial transactions with stakeholders and customers.
• Support cross‑border corporate and M&A activities across the group.

Skills

Corporate law

Securities law

Commercial law

Contract law

Dutch language

English language

Stakeholder negotiation

Education

Master's degree in Law

Job description

In Materialise’s Staff department, we believe that meaningful impact starts with people and their expertise. If you’re passionate about shaping a strong, effective, and forward‑looking organization, you’ll love being a part of this team. Through the knowledge and dedication of these teams, we’re creating value every day and building the foundation for long‑term success.

To further strengthen and support our legal activities, Materialise is looking for a Legal Counsel to join the legal team at our headquarters in Leuven.

What you’ll do

You will be the go‑to person for corporate matters. As part of our dual listing on both Nasdaq and Euronext Brussels, you will be actively involved in our expanded corporate reporting activities (including 20‑F, EU annual reporting, and SEC/MAR compliance), oversee our corporate compliance framework (including SOX and internal controls), and help ensure the good legal standing of the Materialise group worldwide. You will also be involved in larger corporate and M&A activities, when and as they arise.

In addition to your corporate role, you will have the opportunity to act as a Legal Business Partner within the Materialise group (Software, Manufacturing, Medical) in a customer‑facing capacity. This will involve drafting, advising on, negotiating, and closing commercial transactions in close cooperation with various commercial, financial, and technical stakeholders, as well as with Materialise customers.

This is a Belgium‑based but global role. Materialise has affiliates and customers all over the world, meaning you will gain broad exposure to a wide variety of assignments in different languages, some of which may have no precedent.

What we seek

We are looking for a strong generalist profile who is comfortable with — and energized by — working on a wide variety of matters, often for the first time and frequently with interdisciplinary overlap. You have an innate sense of how to balance legal risk with business opportunity and can independently prioritize your work accordingly.

We are seeking someone with strong commercial and legal acumen, combined with the ability to think across topics and jurisdictions and translate solutions from one context to another. Beyond expertise, we are looking for someone who would be a strong fit within our team of four.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Law from a reputable university, with a strong academic track record. Knowledge of both civil and common law, acquired either through your degree or through equivalent professional experience, is an asset, as we work regularly with the U.S. and UK.

At least 5 years of post‑qualification experience, either in‑house at an international company or at an international law firm.

Demonstrated knowledge of corporate and securities law in a Belgian, U.S., and international context, acquired either through your degree or through equivalent professional experience.

Demonstrated knowledge of commercial and contract law and its application in an international business environment.

Fluency in Dutch and English, both spoken and written. Additional languages are a plus.

What we offer

• A competitive remuneration package based on your qualifications and prior experience
• Additional training opportunities, both internal and external
• Exposure to new and emerging technologies, and their legal implications, in an international environment within a Belgium‑headquartered, dual‑listed company
• Independence and opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Flexible working hours

What’s waiting for you

Work that matters

The technology we build at Materialise pushes the boundaries. You’ll find pride in building something that matters, whether you designed it, printed it, or shipped it. No matter your role, we unlock new possibilities to build a better and healthier world every day.

At Materialise, we expect you to think about the customer, not just the task. You push for better solutions and care about the difference your work makes.

A people‑centered space

When you join Materialise, you join a group of colleagues invested in you, not just your work. From your own team to a department across the world, you’ll find a sense of belonging with people who help without being asked, challenge you, and have your back.

At the same time, we expect you to invest in the people around you — not just your own work — to make the group stronger than the sum of its parts.

An environment of trust

As a company of innovators, we know how crucial autonomy is in your work. When we hire you, we trust in your expertise, giving you space to organize your tasks, work flexibly, and make your own calls.

At Materialise, we expect you to deliver on that trust and keep your commitments.

A career ready to build

When you see opportunities for your career to grow at Materialise, we encourage you to go for them. People shape a fulfilling career at their own pace here.

At Materialise, we expect you to take initiative in your own development. Don’t wait for someone else to plan your career. Step into the space and make it count.

Make a difference in our Staff department.