Senior Consultant Legal & Regulatory - Financial Services

EY; Diegem; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inspiring, international career path

Extensive training opportunities

Flexible work environment

Competitive salary package

Job summary

A global consulting firm located in Belgium is seeking a Senior Consultant Legal & Regulatory for Financial Services. The role involves helping clients comply with complex regulations, offering strategic legal advice, and working with compliance teams across financial institutions. Candidates should have a Belgian Master's degree in law, 2-5 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of financial regulations. Excellent communication skills and fluency in Dutch and/or French are required.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of professional experience in a law firm, consultancy, public body or financial institution.
• Strong desire to learn about financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Help clients navigate complex regulations and ensure compliance.
• Provide strategic legal advice to financial institutions.
• Collaborate with compliance and legal teams.

Skills

Strong knowledge of financial regulations

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

In-depth analytical capability

Fluent in Dutch and/or French

Team player in a fast-paced environment

Education

Belgian Master’s degree in Law

Job description

Senior Consultant Legal & Regulatory – Financial Services

As a Senior Consultant, you will work closely with clients to help them navigate complex new and existing regulations, ensuring compliance while driving business success. You will provide strategic legal advice, contribute to regulatory implementation projects, and collaborate with financial institutions’ compliance and legal teams.

Key Regulatory Topics Covered

• Financial Crime (AML, Sanctions, Market Abuse, Fraud)
• Banking & Capital Markets
• Payment Services (FinTech, PSD3, digital finance)
• Asset Management
• MiFID
• Insurance (IDD incl. Value for Money, DORA, FiDA)
• Compliance & Governance (Fit & Proper, Board effectiveness)
• Data Protection, Privacy & Emerging Technologies
• Sustainable Finance & ESG Compliance
• Corporate Law

Who You Will Be Working With

• Team of legal and regulatory professionals supporting the Financial Services industry
• Collaboration with risk management specialists, strategy consultants and other experts across the value chain
• Direct interaction with top-tier financial institutions, on an ad‑hoc basis or through staff loans
• Opportunity to mentor and support junior team members

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Belgian Master’s degree in Law
• 2–5 years of professional experience in a law firm, consultancy, public body or financial institution
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations or a strong desire to learn
• Capability to conduct in‑depth, creative analysis and propose pragmatic solutions for clients
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Fluent in Dutch and/or French, with excellent written and oral English
• Team player who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving and international environment

What We Offer You

• Inspiring, international career path at a global leader
• Collaboration with a dynamic, close‑knit team of young and experienced professionals and colleagues from other departments and offices
• Extensive training in financial regulations, consulting, and leadership skills
• Access to cutting‑edge technology and innovative legal solutions
• Working for national and international top‑tier clientele and shaping industry regulations
• A competitive package, including benefits, adapted to your level of experience
• A flexible work environment supporting your career and personal priorities
• Excellent public transportation connections

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability‑related adjustments or accommodations you may need.