Corporate Legal Counsel (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Legal team is integrated in the General Counsel Corporate Governance & Corporate Secretary department.
• As a Corporate Legal Counsel you will work on advising the company on various corporate related legal matters and ensuring compliance with Belgian and EU regulations related to listed companies, anticipating and managing legal risks.
• You will be accountable for:
  • Corporate Governance: Give advice on corporate governance matters and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Anticipating legal risks and cross-functional skills
  • Corporate Finance: Give advice and support the Corporate Finance team on projects related to the funding and finance activities of the Solvay Group.
  • Stakeholder Management: Work closely with various internal departments, including Finance, Investor Relations,  HR, and Communications, to provide integrated and efficient legal support.
  • External Counsel Management: Coordinate with external legal advisors as required, ensuring cost-effective and strategic use of external legal resources.
  • Training and Development: Conduct legal training sessions for employees to promote understanding of legal risks and compliance requirements.
• We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.
   

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Belgian Master in Law.
• 5 to 7 years of experience as a corporate lawyer; experience as a company lawyer is a plus.

Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of Belgian corporate law, corporate governance, EU regulations and commercial law.
• Fluency in  English is essential. Proficiency in Dutch and French is a plus.
• Client-oriented and good at giving pragmatic advice.
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Behaviors:

• Able to translate complex legal matters in simple business terms.
• Able to identify potential risks in the department and solution-oriented.
• Hands-on approach, agility and ability to work autonomously.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Belgium base pay reasonably expected for this role is 95.000€ to 119.000€, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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