Paralegal | Duomed

Brussels Airport Company; Mechelen; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading medical technology distributor in Belgium seeks a paralegal to support commercial contracts, corporate housekeeping, and M&A transactions. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, excellent language skills, and a proactive attitude. Join a growing team in an exciting, dynamic environment based in Mechelen.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in-house or at a law firm.
• Excellent Dutch and English; good French proficiency.
• Hands-on and flexible approach.

Responsabilités

• Provide support for commercial contracts and NDA reviews.
• Manage group-wide contracts database and lifecycle.
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence.

Connaissances

Organizational Skills

Proactive Attitude

Discretion

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (Belgian)

Description du poste

• You will play a crucial role in Duomed’s mission to provide high-quality solutions and top-notch medical technologies across Europe.

• You will have the opportunity to work in an international, highly professional company that has been growing significantly over the years.

• You will become part of a team of down-to-earth and passionate professionals.

• In this newly created role, you will be empowered with significant trust and responsibilities.

• You will be working from brand new offices in the vibrant city center of Mechelen.

• Duomed offers a stimulating and challenging working atmosphere.

What your future may hold

As the sole paralegal, you will encompass various responsibilities requiring strong organizational skills, a proactive attitude, and total integrity.

• You will provide support related to commercial contracts, including initial reviews of NDAs, management of a group-wide contracts database, contracts lifecycle management, implementation and maintenance of template agreements, and assistance with contract review and negotiation where needed.
• You will support general corporate housekeeping activities for all Duomed group entities.
• You will support finance-related questions such as reviewing parental guarantees, managing KYC and AML requests.
• You will maintain an overview of the group insurance portfolio and assist with its management.
• You will support M&A transactions, including due diligence, tracking closing and post-closing actions, and supporting post-merger integration activities.
• You will provide general administrative support to the Legal Department, including executing legal documents, ensuring smooth task progress, setting priorities, and managing stakeholders for proper delivery and efficient time management.

You will report to the Legal Manager North & Central Europe of Duomed by Palex.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant in-house legal experience or experience at a business law firm.
• A university-level bachelor’s or higher degree; a Belgian master’s degree is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of Dutch and English, with good proficiency in French.
• Enthusiastic, eager to take on challenges, and committed to high-quality service.
• Strong social and communication skills to build relationships and communicate effectively and concisely. Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Hands-on, proactive, flexible, and solution-driven approach.
• Team player capable of working autonomously.

Our Client

Duomed by Palex is a leading medical technology distributor operating in 10 European countries, headquartered in Belgium. Since 1977, Duomed has grown significantly and is organized across divisions including Surgical & Interventional, Hospital Solutions, Endoscopy, and Medical Device CRO. Since October 2024, Duomed is part of the Palex group.

Offering a comprehensive portfolio through exclusive long-term distribution contracts, Duomed provides medical equipment, technical support, IT integration, clinical training, and CRO services. The company aims to deliver the best solutions for professionals and patients.

Interested?

Apply immediately via the website or contact Sylvie Gerlo for more information. Contact Sylvie by mail: [e-mail] or call [phone].

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