Associate – Energy Team

Job title:

Associate – Energy Team

Company

Fieldfisher

Job description

The FirmWithin the EU Regulatory Department of the Brussels Office, the Energy and Utilities Team assists businesses in Belgium and abroad with a specific focus on energy & utilities (water, waste) and environmental matters including climate change. One of our key objectives is to assist our clients from a legal perspective in contributing to the transition towards renewable energy. Permitting, public procurement and competition law issues play part as well, since dossiers are often project related.Our team provides a wide range of legal assistance, including contract drafting, regulatory advice, and litigation. It often involves new market segments such as batteries, hydrogen, heat networks and interconnections. Key to good advice is having a multi-disciplinary team covering several topics.Our Energy and Utilities Team has developed an extensive knowledge in assisting clients in the Belgian and EU energy sectors. The ever-changing energy market requires constant adaptation and further training to deliver outstanding advice. Our Team is consistently ranked as a top-tier Team of the main legal directories over the last decade.Therefore, we are looking for an Associate who wants to play a role in this balanced, multi-disciplinary Team.RequirementsKey Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree in Belgian law with a strong academic record;
• A specialisation/background in Energy, Environmental (permitting) or Public Law is an asset;
• Working experience in Energy law is an asset;
• Genuine interest in the world of energy is key;
• Trilingual (Dutch, with a strong knowledge of French and English)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• You are proactive, a good communicator and good team player with a sense of initiative required in business life.

Responsibilities

• Independent legal research and legal analysis;
• Various duties including drafting and reviewing of contracts, drafting opinions, law-making and litigation;
• Internal presentations, presentations at client meetings, negotiations and external seminars;
• Full participation in the practical organisation of the Team.

BenefitsWe offer you the opportunity to work in a stimulating, international and enriching environment, within a strong Energy & Utilities Team in Brussels. We offer you interesting and challenging work and (internal and external) training, as well as the support necessary for your personal and professional development.Our Team members are all recognised legal writers and praised public speakers. You will be able to benefit from this experience and participate actively in these initiatives. You will be part of a talented Team and we will push you to steadily develop a personality within the Team. You will receive a competitive salary plus benefits, adapted to your level of relevant experience.

Expected salary

Location

Brussel

Job date

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 22:44:56 GMT

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