Vacature Legal Counsel in Brussel

Our client is a fast growing company active in the insurance sector.

Legal Counsel

Functieomschrijving

As Legal Counsel (m/f/x) you will be responsible for:

Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice and guidance to management and other personnel on wide range of topics, including insurance policy interpretation, regulatory compliance, contractual obligations, employment;
Insurance Policy Drafting and Review: Draft and review insurance policies, contracts, and other legal documents to identify potential risks, ensure accuracy, and mitigate liabilities;
Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in insurance laws and regulations in Belgium, assess their impact on the company and colleagues in the Compliance team, and help to implement necessary compliance measures;
Litigation Management: Manage external legal counsel and represent the company in litigation matters, including escalated disputes with policyholders, regulatory and law enforcement agencies, court authorities and other parties;
Training and Education: Conduct training sessions and workshops for employees to increase awareness of legal issues and requirements affecting business;
Risk Management: Observe and uphold risk management strategies to minimise legal exposure and protect interests.

Robert Half BV and Robert Half Project Sourcing BV process the data from applicants that is required to carry out the application process. You can find more information on data protection, in particular on your rights, at Toon website https://www.roberthalf.com/be/en/privacy.

Profiel

The required profile for the Legal Counsel (m/f/x) position:

Degree (or equivalent) in Law [and admission to the Brussels Bar] is essential. Advanced certifications or relevant professional qualifications in insurance law are highly desirable;
Minimum of 6 years experience practicing law in a similar role. Experience working in the regulated financial services industry, ideally within the insurance industry. Ideally at least two years at a law firm and prior in-house experience;
Familiarity with Belgian insurance regulations, including IDD, Solvency II, and GDPR;
Excellent knowledge of legal principles, practices, and industry standards, with the ability to apply them in a practical and business-oriented manner;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify risks, and recommend appropriate actions and practical solutions;
Strong project management and stakeholder management skills;
Fluency in English and French or Dutch is required, with the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms. Other European languages considered an asset;Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to explain complex concepts (sufficient to conduct business in the insurance industry) in English and Dutch or French, both written and verbal to non-technical audiences;
Proven track record of managing legal matters independently and collaboratively within a team environment;
Ability to be pragmatic and understand and communicate legal requirements as well as effective risk mitigation strategies and implications of non-compliance;
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing and managing multiple tasks simultaneously;
Ability to work in a changing, fast paced international business;
Credibility, professionalism and confidence to implement best practice independently with a proactive attitude;
Ability to make the judgement to balance commercial and compliance risks to achieve positive outcomes;
Ability to work with the business to achieve its goals within the relevant regulatory environment including delivery of difficult messages to senior leadership where necessary;
Skilled in managing assigned tasks in an assertive, efficient and timely manner.

Aanbod

Interested in this position of Legal Counsel (m/f/x) at a young and dynamic company? Apply today.

Praktische informatie

Robert Half Belgium
Robert Half Belgium

Avenue Arnaud Fraiteur 15-23, 2nd floor block B,
1050 Brussels

Functietype:

Consultancy

Sector:

Financiën en Verzekeringen

Standplaats

Brussel

Vereisten

Master (Licentiaat; Universiteit of Hoger Onderwijs Lange Type) Engels

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