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Division We are the Legal Division of the Euroclear Group holding company. A dynamic team of lawyers with a great team spirit!  Responsibilities will be to provide legal advice and support on a wide range of matters, including: Corporate & regulatory matters (regulatory analysis in particular in regard to corporate governance, AML, UN/EU/OFAC sanction programs and embargoes etc), that impact and relate to settlement services.  Having experience in a post-trade environment is a plus. Disputes, (potential) claims and litigation, investigations and regulatory issues. You will lead and participate to all phases of the case, from initial case assessment, investigation, and gathering of documentation to drafting responses to queries, reviewing draft pleadings, following up court cases, reviewing possibilities of settlement. While doing so you will closely collaborate with business clients, risk colleagues, other lawyers and external counsel.  A good knowledge of the financial industry is a must. Role: As a litigation lawyer, you will: Assist the business in pre-litigation phase: advise and assist in the identification of a blocking issue and resolution of potential conflicts, claims and reputational issues. Assist with drafting answers to queries / claims, resolving potential liability, advising on mitigating actions, advising (internal) clients and management on the legal merits; Co-Ordinate the fact finding, gathering of relevant documentation and ensure follow up with outside counsel; Review draft pleadings and summons, following up on court cases with outside counsel Report to senior management on legal risks presented by investigations and issues and advising on an appropriate strategy Closely handling and supervising outside counsel on all aspects, ranging from legal strategy to budget As a regulatory lawyer your tasks will include: Advise(internal) clients and management on the legal framework; Prepare regulatory impact analysis on practical use cases; Detailing the services offered by Euroclear vis-à-vis clients, counterparts, service providers, other Euroclear group entities; collaborating with the lawyers of the Legal Division within all entities of the Euroclear Group . Close partnership with internal business teams from corporate secretariat, compliance, product management, operations, etc.  .  Technical skills:  We are looking for a Belgian qualified lawyer:  With minimum 5 years of confirmed experience in litigation preferably in a law firm (specialized in the financial sector) or as in-house counsel of a bank, broker or other financial institution; Significant experience in handling internal investigations and complex litigation and regulatory enforcement matters Knowledge of Belgian law and market practices in the financial world Proficient in French or Dutch or German and English Soft skills:  We value the below: Excellent interpersonal skills in order to optimally interact with business partners, risk partners, outside counsel Attention to detail and analytical Pragmatic, risk aware and capable to take initiatives  Flexible and proactive Able to deliver high quality support consistent across jurisdictions, in a timely, pragmatic, cost efficient and effective fashion, and to build a proven understanding of the business of the Euroclear Group. Patiently defending own opinions or interests in any professional circumstance (assertiveness) Expressing well-founded opinions and positions and understanding their consequences (judgement) Acquiring approval of others with good arguments, appropriate influencing methods and a certain “natural authority” (persuasion) Acting with consideration of the dynamics in the organization (organizational sensitivity) Why join us Embark on your new adventure at Euroclear! And work at the heart of the global capital markets. We connect over 2,000 financial institutions across the globe. As an open and resilient infrastructure, we contribute to the stability of the financial markets. We help clients cut through complexity, lower costs, and mitigate risks of financial transactions. At Euroclear, we have a clear ambition to use our key role to facilitate and accelerate a balanced global financial system.  What We Offer: Work closely with inspiring, encouraging and engaged colleagues from more than 80 different countries. Practice your talents in a highly professional international environment. Join a learning and development environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing and training. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. New ways of working Find your own efficient balance within our hybrid working model, where you can connect at the office and also benefit from remote working.  Great Place to Work for All We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, and strive to be a phenomenal Place to Work for All. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of any aspect that makes them unique (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, ...). If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, you can let the recruiter know during your application process. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #LI-CM1  #J-18808-Ljbffr