Paralegal

For one of our clients – a well-established and highly regarded company in the financial sector – we are currently looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join their Legal Department based in central Brussels. You will become part of a compact and dynamic team of three people, reporting directly to the Head of Legal. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a high-level environment with exposure to a broad range of legal and compliance matters. As a Legal Assistant, you will support the legal team with both administrative and substantive legal tasks, ensuring the smooth handling of daily legal operations:

Your Responsibilities as Paralegal/ Legal Assistant:

• Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and proofreading of various legal documents (NDAs, service agreements, commercial contracts, etc.).
• Maintain and update the legal documentation archive and databases.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure proper documentation follow-up.

• Perform KYC/AML checks for new clients and ensure all required documentation is collected and compliant.
• Carry out due diligence and risk assessments on clients and third parties.
• Ensure conformity with internal compliance policies and regulatory standards.

• Coordinate with internal departments such as Compliance, Finance, and Operations to streamline legal procedures.
• Prepare files, reports, and documents for internal use or external stakeholders.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and help monitor regulatory developments.

Your Profile:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law or Legal Studies.
• Experience: At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in a similar position (law firm, corporate legal department, financial institution).
• Languages: Fluency in Dutch and French is mandatory (both written and spoken).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Discretion, integrity, and a good understanding of confidentiality in legal matters.
• Proactive and flexible, with a willingness to learn and grow within the role.

What We Offer:

• A permanent contract within a respected and stable company in the financial sector.
• A diverse and hands-on legal role in a supportive, close-knit team.
• An attractive salary package, including competitive fringe benefits (meal vouchers, group insurance, etc.).
• A central location in Brussels with easy access by public transport.
• Career growth opportunities and ongoing training.

Robert Walters is the trading name of Robert Walters People Solutions NV. All legal requirements can be found here.