Job Description
Our
Brussels office is looking for an Associate with experience in Corporate law and M&A to strengthen our growing team.
Your role
Imagine advising an international client on the acquisition of a Belgian target, coordinating the transaction from the first structuring discussions all the way through to closing, while working closely with colleagues in Brussels and the Netherlands.
Envision being the go‑to person for a client setting up a new company, guiding them through incorporation, governance choices and shareholder arrangements, and remaining their trusted advisor as the business grows.
Your responsibilities include
- Coordinating mergers and acquisitions, from initial structuring to closing
- Setting up companies and advising on corporate governance matters
- Coordinating transactions with internal and external stakeholders (clients, notaries, advisors, etc.)
- Providing transactional advice, including:
- Shared transfers
- Joint ventures
- Investments and divestments
- Due diligence
- Acting as a trusted advisor on corporate law questions. For example, you receive a call from a client who needs quick, pragmatic advice on a corporate restructuring or shareholder issue and you will provide clear guidance they can act on immediately.
You will work with both national and international clients.
Collaboration & team dynamics
- You work closely with other departments in both transactional and advisory matters
- In the context of transactions, you involve all relevant departments from the outset, including close collaboration with our Dutch offices
- You regularly advise and coordinate with other departments on corporate law matters and consult colleagues when specific expertise is required
- Within the Corporate team, you participate in twice‑weekly internal meetings to discuss ongoing files, business development initiatives and interesting legal topics
Skills & Requirements
Who you are
- You are a self‑reliant professional with a strong team spirit, who enjoys working in a professionally demanding environment.
- You take a pragmatic, efficient approach and communicate clearly without unnecessary complexity
- You are open to business development and actively contribute to the growth of the practice
- You are a reliable and engaged colleague
Your skills and experience
- Belgian Master’s degree in Law
- At least 4 - 7 years of relevant experience in corporate law
- Dutch speaking and strong language skills in English and French
- Business‑minded, with a focus on pragmatic and workable solutions
- Able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively
- An empathetic team player who values collaboration
What
do we offer?
- A challenging role in one of the largest law firms in Europe
- Exposure to high-profile (inter)national cases
- Direct client contact and early responsibility
- Continuous learning and development, including seminars, training programmes and coaching
- Opportunities to take up additional mandates, such as practice assistant roles or contributing to publications
- A firm with a strong European culture and a long‑standing CSR policy, embedded in every management decision
- A workplace where diversity, equal opportunities, climate awareness and personal development are key priorities
- An attractive and competitive salary package, aligned with your experience and responsibilities, including a comprehensive set of benefits (eligibility to a bonus, an Iphone with subscription and laptop, the reimbursement of your Bar Fee and of your hospitalisation insurance.
- Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility to work from home
- Free soup and fresh fruit every day
- A barista machine available in the office for quality coffee moments
- Beautiful offices with inspiring views and direct access to a large park — perfect for summer walks or spontaneous picnic moments
- Free parking space available
- Once‑a‑month after‑work gatherings and annual office events such as our winter party, sports day, garage party and more.
- Various committees to get involved in (e.g. Think Party, Think Healthy, Think Green…)
NautaDutilh wishes its workforce to reflect the rich diversity of society at large. We therefore encourage everyone to apply, regardless of ethnic origin, skin colour, gender, age, sexual orientation, philosophical conviction or disability.
Are you a person with a disability? We are prepared to make the possible adjustments so that you can easily participate in the recruitment process and work comfortably within our organisation.
About the company
NautaDutilh is an independent Benelux law firm and one of the largest law firms in Europe, with over 400 lawyers, civil law notaries and tax advisers in offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Luxembourg, New York and Rotterdam.
Our Brussels office counts 75 lawyers and 30 business support professionals. Teamwork, creativity and independent thinking are at the heart of our culture, and we are proud of our 300-year tradition of excellence.
