We are looking for a talented Associate with 1 to 6 years' experience to join our Financial Services and Insurance practice in Antwerp.
You will become part of a highly regarded team advising Belgian and international banks, insurers, financial institutions, FinTech businesses and other market participants on complex disputes, regulatory enforcement and contentious financial services matters. Your work will combine strategic advice with litigation and other dispute-related work, including matters with a cross-border dimension.
Beyond the quality of the work, you would be joining a close-knit, supportive and ambitious team where collaboration, mentorship and knowledge-sharing are part of daily life. You will work closely with experienced practitioners while taking meaningful ownership of your matters.
If you are looking for high-quality contentious work, early responsibility and the opportunity to develop further expertise in a specialised and fast-evolving area of law, you might be the right fit for our team.
DLA Piper will invest in your long-term future to ensure you achieve your potential. This includes top-quality work, early responsibility, continuous development, and exposure to complex and high-profile matters within an international environment.
Main duties and responsibilities
As an Associate within the Financial Services and Insurance team in our Antwerp office, you will work on a broad range of litigation, regulatory enforcement and dispute-related matters. Working closely with the Partner and senior lawyers, you will take responsibility for defined workstreams and contribute to the effective management of complex matters.
Your role will involve:
- Advising clients on contentious financial services and insurance matters, including complex regulatory and commercial disputes
- Managing and supporting litigation, arbitration and regulatory enforcement proceedings
- Drafting procedural documents, legal opinions, submissions and strategic client communications
- Analysing complex legal and factual issues and translating them into clear, pragmatic advice
- Supporting clients during investigations, negotiations and settlement discussions
- Coordinating matter workstreams and working closely with colleagues across practice groups and international DLA Piper offices
- Attending client meetings, hearings and negotiations
- Contributing to business development initiatives, legal publications and knowledge-sharing within the team
- Supporting the development of junior colleagues through day-to-day guidance and feedback
About you
Candidates should be able to demonstrate that they have/are:
- Obtained a Belgian Master's degree in Law, with a strong academic track record
- Qualified to practise as a lawyer in Belgium
- 1 to 6 years of relevant experience in dispute resolution, commercial litigation, financial services, insurance or regulatory matters
- Fluent in Dutch, with an excellent command of English and French
- Strong legal, analytical and drafting skills, with close attention to detail
- Able to manage files and priorities independently while knowing when to seek input
- A proactive, pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A genuine interest in financial services, insurance and contentious regulatory work
- A collaborative team player who enjoys working in a dynamic and international environment
- Keen to take ownership and develop quickly through hands-on experience
About us
We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.
At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.
Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.
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At DLA Piper, we aim to make meaningful progress and build an inclusive culture where anyone affected by disability, neurodiversity or a long-term health condition has an equitable and accessible chance of success. If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.
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We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That’s why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-Engagement Screening
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.
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Our hiring approach enables us to learn about the professional and person you are, and gives you the opportunity to learn about us. Your recruitment experience can differ depending on the type of role you are interviewing for. You will always meet your direct Line Manager for your role, as well as peers and close collaborators for the position. For some of our roles we may also use assessment tools, practical exercises, and panel presentations. Your Recruitment Business Partner will inform you of the recruitment process at the start of any recruitment process, but please let us know if you have any questions prior to making an application.
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