Junior Associate Business & Commercial Law (Kortrijk or Ghent)

Vacancy details

General information

Reference

2024-1091  

Position description

Job title

Junior Associate Business & Commercial Law (Kortrijk or Ghent)

Function

KPMG Law - Junior Associate

Roles & Responsibilities

We are looking for a junior associate with a keen interest in business and commercial law to join our team in Kortrijk or Ghent.

 

As a junior associate in our business and commercial law team you will work together with a team of dedicated lawyers to assist clients on legal issues related to:

  • commercial and civil contracts
  • (unfair) trade practices
  • economic law
  • distribution, agency & franchising
  • international trade
  • e-commerce

You will be involved in a broad range of projects and provide a wide scope of legal services to our national and international clients.

 

You will attend meetings with clients and maintain strong relationships with them.

 

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Location

Kortrijk

Skills & Qualifications

  • You (will soon) hold a master degree in law with a focus on economic law.
  • An additional qualification or an international experience is an asset.
  • A first professional experience in a law firm is an asset but not a requirement.
  • You are eager to learn and you have the ambition to excel in this legal field.
  • You have strong analytical and writing skills.
  • You speak Dutch and are fluent in English.
  • You are a real team player.

We offer

KPMG Law is a multidisciplinary legal firm that provides innovative and creative legal advice to help clients achieve their business objectives and navigate legal challenges. Our lawyers are highly knowledgeable and specialized in various fields of law, such as corporate and M&A, employment law, banking & finance, tax, real estate and commercial law. They are known for their effectiveness, proactivity, and creativity.

 

Collaboration is a key aspect of KPMG Law's approach. We work closely other professionals within the KPMG network, including tax advisors, accountants and financial consultants. This multidisciplinary approach makes are law firm unique and enables us to provide comprehensive solutions.

 

KPMG Law values its people and fosters a team-oriented and dynamic working environment. We emphasize professional development and offer attractive compensation packages, opportunities to work with major clients in various industries and continuous support for career growth. We provide state-of-the-art tools and resources, such as IT systems, libraries, and databases, to enhance efficiency and productivity. We also invest in training, welfare, and maintaining a friendly and sociable atmosphere.

 

In summary, KPMG Law is a forward-thinking legal firm that combines technical expertise, collaboration, and a supportive environment to deliver high-quality legal services to clients while nurturing the professional growth of our employees.

Contract type

Independent

Full time/ Part time

Full-time

Position location

Job location

Europe, Belgium, Kortrijk Office

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of experience required

No experience

Languages

  • Dutch (Very good knowledge)
  • English (Very good knowledge)