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In the context of BESIX Group NV/SA diversification efforts in start-ups, renewable energy and public/private partnerships we are currently looking for a Corporate Legal Counsel. As such you will:
* advice on corporate law and corporate governance related issues.
* draft and negotiate various legal instruments (non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, memoranda of understanding, joint bidding agreements, consortium and shareholder agreements, shareholder loans, etc.), and more in general review and draft all required contractual documentation in the (bidding and) negotiation phase.
* conduct and coordinate legal due diligence.
* provide legal advice and assistance throughout the project execution, including follow up on any claims, in close cooperation with the relevant project team.
* conduct litigation (judiciary and arbitral proceedings).
* manage outside counsel, notaries, advisors, etc. in this field.
* participate in monitoring legal compliance, keeping up to date with new regulations, analyze their impact on operational activities and ensure their implementation.
Perform a variety of corporate housekeeping tasks for BESIX Group NV and its affiliates, such as:
* contribute to the proper organization of corporate bodies’ meetings throughout the group: agenda, invitations, documentation set, minutes, decision statements, etc.
* draft and review all documents relevant in such context.
* ensure proper incorporation of corporate entities, compliance with filing requirements, etc.
* contribute to the management of the group’s corporate housekeeping classification and documentation tools.
* ensure a proper follow up of group mandates and delegations of powers.
* advice both group level managers and committees and operational entities on any corporate law and governance issues.
* draft and review corporate law related documentation in project development and M&A contexts.
In this role you will report to the General Counsel (functional) and the General Manager of BESIX Invest (operational).
Functie-eisen
* University degree in law, with a strong academic track record; any additional degree is a plus.
* At least 7 years of relevant and demonstrated experience in corporate law, either in a major law firm, with a notary public or within a company, preferably in an international context.
* Knowledge of and/or interest in project finance, public private partnerships, renewable energy and complex projects.
* Fluent in French, English and Dutch; any other language is a plus.
* Able and willing to combine a “business enabler” role with an outspoken intellectual independence, with a view to promote a sound and sustainable legal framework for BESIX’ operations.
* Strong analytical skills; rigorous, methodical, attention to detail.
* Outstanding drafting and negotiation skills.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Team player; driven by collective results rather than individual achievements.
* Self starter; capable of multi-tasking in a demanding and deadlines-driven environment.
* Impeccable personal and work ethics.
You are willing to work from our HQ in Brussels, but with telework flexibility.
Aanvullende informatie
A career at BESIX is a lot more than just a job, it's about being part of our changing and innovative world. Your skills, ambition and passion will contribute to the development of our different businesses and allow us to succeed in the challenges of the coming years.
Working for the BESIX group allows you to be a part of a dynamic, creative and entrepreneurial company. It gives you a safe and collaborative working environment with ambitious and innovative goals for the world of tomorrow, but also for your career and personal development.
We are looking for different kinds of personalities, mindsets, backgrounds and genders to build the iconic and sustainable projects of tomorrow.
Are you ready to make an impact and leave a positive legacy for years to come? If you are passionate about our purpose to Excel in creating sustainable solutions for a better world, come and join our caring BESIX family. Together we will co-create our future.
Working at BESIX brings a lot of great benefits including:
* An attractive remuneration package including a salary in line with the market and a range of employee benefits such as flexible mobility advantages, extra-legal pension, medical care insurance, work-life balance program (such as teleworking, child care, flexible work schedule, mobile working), Health Management (sport, health check-up program, …);
* Career development programs that serve not only to ensure that you are constantly learning and improving but also that give you the possibility to expand your career horizon;
* A dynamic, creative and safe working environment with innovative colleagues supporting your endeavors (ideas, projects, goals, ambitions);
* Possibility to work on complex projects within both a local and international environment;
* The choice to remain locally anchored for the coming years or to seek an exciting international career opportunity within the group.