(Senior) Associate Lawyer in Employment Law

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Employment Tax

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

Contribute to creating a better tomorrow

The only way we can tackle the challenges of this fast-changing world is with passionate people. Led by our purpose of building trust and solving important problems, we come together at PwC Legal to address the biggest issues facing the world in a way that drives positive impact.  Are you eager to join a team fuelled by open and curious minds? People who are passionate about their work and create new solutions for a new day? Then you’re at the right place. 

Bring your talent. Learn new skills. Make a positive impact.

At PwC Legal, you’ll be an essential part of a multidisciplinary team of over 90 passionate lawyers and law professionals working together to provide clients with end-to-end legal solutions. You’ll have the support and flexibility of a growing network of over 3,500 lawyers across 95 countries, the broadest geographical coverage of any legal services group in the world. Now that’s an opportunity to really make a difference!

Your impact

Our Employment Law team consists of experts in restructuring and general labour law advice, compensation and benefits matters, new ways of working and international employment. You will support the team in advising clients on all kinds of individual and collective labour law issues. In your junior years, you’ll gain experience in all domains while gradually focusing on a specific area of expertise, depending on your preferences.

About you

• Between 1 and 3 years of experience in social law.

• Master’s degree in law, with a specialisation in social law.

• Manama in Social Law is a strong plus.

• Graduating this academic year or maximum two years’ experience.

• Fluent in French or Dutch and English.

• Great team spirit.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Client oriented with very good analytical and writing skills.

• Motivated, dynamic and able to work both independently and in a team.

Life at PwC Legal

Our culture and workplace are something we’re proud of. Here’s a sneak peek at some of what you can look forward to.

• A distinctive multidisciplinary law firm life,  due to our close collaboration with many different PwC experts. This helps us find the best integrated legal business solutions to our client’s complex challenges.  

• A dynamic and stimulating working environment offering a full range of traditional legal services and new legal solutions, combining our legal expertise and sound business understanding, in Belgium and beyond. 

• An attractive and well known client base in a wide variety of sectors, which will be opened to you for building your own client relations and growing your career within our firm.

• Continuous learning and training to further develop yourself at a personal and professional level.

• Growth potential and broad opportunities to learn every day, with colleagues having the best intentions for you to grow and flourish under their wings.

• Work-life balance and well-being: an extensive health and well-being programme that includes access to professional sport coaching, sports communities and mental health resources. We encourage a healthy lifestyle with regular wellness challenges and various catering options at our cafeteria. 

• Diversity & inclusion: we believe that diversity makes PwC Legal stronger. It helps us solve important problems and deliver added value to our clients. We encourage an inclusive culture where people can be the best versions of themselves. 

• Team events such as Last Friday Drinks, quarterly themed parties, team-building and celebrations, as well as time spent on community days and charity activities.

• Competitive remuneration and reimbursement of bar fees.

Equal Opportunity Employer statement

At PwC Legal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic environment. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all candidates and lawyers, regardless of race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace drives innovation and strengthens our ability to serve our people, clients and communities. Join us in fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Additionally, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.

Willing to discover an exciting world within a fast-growing law firm? Join our ambitious and dynamic team! Let’s build something great together.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Employee Compensation and Benefits, Employment Law Counseling, Global Mobility, Human Resources (HR) Transformation, Immigration Law, International Employment, Labor and Employment Law, Legal Practices, Legal Services, Reward Strategies, Social Law (Inactive), Social Security, Social Security Law, Worker's Compensation

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Communication, Complying With Regulations, Conflict Resolution, Contract Drafting, Contractual Agreements, Corporate Litigations, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Employee Relations, Employee Terminations, Employment Claims, Employment Law Counseling, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Compliance, Human Resources (HR) Policies, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Labor Contract Interpretation, Labor Laws, Labor Negotiations, Labor Policy, Labor Relations {+ 10 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date