Environment Lawyer

Environment & Planning Lawyer | 2-5 years | Brussels

Join a leading independent Belgian law firm with a strong reputation for its expertise across a broad range of legal practices.

Why apply

Join a well-established Belgian business law firm with a strong reputation in regulatory and environmental law.
Work on a varied portfolio of challenging matters, including high-impact cases involving major industrial players and public authorities.
Take on responsibility from day one, with direct client contact and the opportunity to play an active role in the development of the practice.
Enjoy an attractive remuneration package and additional benefits in a centrally located Brussels office.

Your responsibilities

Advise domestic and international clients on a broad range of environmental law matters, with a particular focus on industrial activities.
Handle regulatory matters relating to permits, waste management, soil, water, climate and packaging.
Advise on Belgian and European legislation governing chemical substances, electrical and electronic equipment, deforestation-related commodities, food products and environmental claims.
Provide strategic legal advice and assist clients in negotiations with public authorities, stakeholders and other industry players.
Represent clients in administrative and judicial proceedings before the competent authorities and courts.
Manage your own files independently while working closely with colleagues on complex, high-profile matters.

Ideal profile

You have 3 to 5 years of experience as a lawyer, with a solid background in environmental law.
You have experience advising industrial clients, ideally including international companies.
You are a native Dutch speaker with an excellent command of English.
You are comfortable managing files independently and taking ownership of complex matters.

The offer

A full-time, self-employed position in a leading independent business law firm.
A broad and intellectually stimulating environmental law practice.
Early responsibility, meaningful client exposure and opportunities for professional growth.
A supportive team culture that values collaboration, expertise and personal development.
An attractive compensation package with additional benefits.
A central Brussels location within walking distance of the main railway station.

Benefits