As an associate in real estate law, you will join a pleasant team of hard‑working and dedicated lawyers. You will assist clients with a variety of real estate law matters, including:

-        Lease law

-        Real estate transactions

-        (Project) development

-        Planning and environmental law

-        Construction and energy law

-        Dispute resolution and litigation

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. You will join a Kortrijk/Ghent based real estate team with a well‑balanced mix of two junior, three senior lawyers and a partner. The team embraces an open‑door policy and a feedback‑oriented, collaborative working environment that stimulates professional growth and supports well‑being.

You are committed to delivering high quality, clear and pragmatic legal advice, and you take pride in the quality and timeliness of your work. You will benefit from regular feedback and mentoring, enabling you to further develop your expertise in real estate law and related practice areas.

As part of KPMG Law, you will join a strong team of in total 15 real estate lawyers and more than 100 lawyers and legal professionals overall. You will also work closely with KPMG, which offers a unique multidisciplinary working environment and the opportunity to develop your expertise beyond the legal aspects of client matters.

-        You hold a master’s degree in law. An additional qualification or an international experience is an asset.

-        You have 4 to 6 years of relevant professional experience as a real estate lawyer.

-        You are fluent in Dutch, English and French.

-        You are a real team player.

-        You take ownership of your files, are well‑organised and able to manage priorities and deadlines in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

-        You have strong analytical and writing skills and are capable of independently drafting and reviewing sound legal advice, conclusions, contracts, etc.

-        You are client‑oriented and continuously assess and proactively address the legal (and strategic) needs and interests of clients.

-        You collaborate with colleagues and come up with creative solutions to complex legal issues, in order to deliver high‑quality advice on time to a wide variety of clients.

You value feedback, are open to collaboration across practice areas and contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture 

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 law and M&A, commercial law, employment law, banking & finance law, real estate law and public law. They are known for their effectiveness, proactivity, and creativity.

For several years in a row, KPMG Law’s real estate team has been ranked by The Legal 500 as a leading law firm in real estate and construction law and is praised for its particular expertise in the retail industry.

Collaboration is a key aspect of KPMG Law's approach. We work closely with other professionals within the (international) KPMG network.

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, continuous support and feedback for career growth, and clear promotion pathways. We provide state-of-the-art tools and resources, such as advanced AI tools, IT systems, libraries, and databases, to enhance efficiency and productivity. We also invest in legal, commercial and self-development training and welfare.

In summary, KPMG Law is a forward-thinking legal firm that combines technical expertise, collaboration, and a supportive environment that delivers.