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Legal Counsel - Commercial Law - Tobacco industry

Dilbeek Permanent View Job Description
As Legal Counsel for the BeLux region, you will provide high-quality legal and strategic advice across commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters. You will play a key role in driving the legal agenda within the BeLux market and supporting broader Cluster objectives.

Updated on 02/06/2025

  • Heart of shaping legal strategy in a fast-evolving and regulated sector
  • Join a multinational group committed to transformation & innovation

About Our Client

A global leader in its sector, this innovative and forward-looking company is transforming its business model to build a more sustainable future. With operations in regulated markets, the business emphasizes integrity, compliance, and innovation across its operations.

Job Description

  • Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements (e.g., distribution, service contracts).
  • Provide strategic legal advice to support business compliance with local and international regulations.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders across Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, and Operations.
  • Manage and mitigate legal and reputational risks across the BeLux cluster.
  • Oversee commercial litigation and support regulatory engagement.
  • Contribute to regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, competition law, anti-bribery).
  • Promote legal best practices and innovative ways of working.
  • Support and influence global and regional legal strategies at the local level.
  • Coordinate with external legal counsel and regulatory authorities.



The Successful Applicant

  • Lawyer or Legal Counsel with from 4 to 15 years of experience in commercial law (in-house or private practice).
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to influence senior management and cross-functional teams.
  • Experienced in navigating regulatory frameworks in sectors like Tobacco, Food, Pharma, or FMCG.
  • Fluent in English and perfect knowledge of French or Dutch
  • Strategic, pragmatic, and adaptable under pressure



What's on Offer

  • Join a dynamic and supportive legal team with regional and global exposure
  • Work in a highly regulated and intellectually stimulating environment
  • Take part in strategic decision-making at a senior level
  • Attractive compensation and development opportunities within a global group
Contact
Aristote Lotoko
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6731125

Job summary

Sector
Legal & Tax
Sub Sector
General Counsel - In-house
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Dilbeek
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Aristote Lotoko
Job Reference
JN-042025-6731125

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