Company description

Vialegis operates in the recruitment and staffing industry, specializing in the placement of permanent and temporary legal professionals. Our core expertise covers lawyers in private practice, in-house legal counsels, tax specialists, compliance officers, notarial lawyers, paralegals, and other profiles requiring a law degree. Since 2020, we have also been placing senior HR professionals, and we are gradually expanding into legal-related areas such as compliance, tax, and risk.

Our strong results are driven by our unique positioning as a recruitment firm “for and by lawyers.” All of our recruiters have a legal background, which allows us to connect with candidates as peers and speak the language of our clients. This creates trust and enables us to assess not only technical skills but also ambition, communication style, and cultural fit. By prioritizing quality over volume and maintaining close relationships, we differentiate ourselves from more transactional, keyword-driven approaches.

As a true first mover in legal recruitment in the Benelux, we have built the largest and most established network of legal professionals in the market. Over the years, we have developed deep expertise and credibility, supported by the most experienced team of consultants in the field. This legacy gives us a unique competitive edge: we know where to find talent, how to approach it, and how to create lasting matches that benefit both candidates and clients.

We focus on leveraging our Benelux presence, strengthening our role as long-term career advisors for candidates, and increasing our visibility in the legal community through networking events and close personal contact. These efforts ensure that we remain top of mind for both legal professionals and hiring managers.

We have also adapted to industry challenges such as talent shortages and rising competition by committing to speed, quality, and transparency. With a 48-hour turnaround, proactive candidate follow-up, and clear communication, we maintain a high proposal-to-start success rate for Legal Interim Management. In Search & Selection, we emphasize a candidate-driven approach, positioning ourselves as career coaches who guide professionals towards roles that align with their skills and long-term goals.

Customer satisfaction and loyalty are at the heart of what we do. We nurture long-term relationships through open communication, regular follow-up, and deep understanding of our clients’ needs.

We are committed to building a strong community of clients, candidates, and colleagues, supported by high engagement and alignment. At the same time, we continue to invest in technology and innovation to be tech-enabled. And above all, we safeguard the quality and human touch that set Vialegis apart, combining the strength of technology with a Human First approach.

More about Vialegis

Our client

Our client is an international service provider active in the Benelux region, with a strong focus on technology and innovation. The organization consists of several business units and support functions and is part of a broader European and global structure. Within this framework, collaboration, compliance, and consistent corporate governance are key priorities. The legal department plays a central role by providing both strategic and operational legal advice, coordinating legal activities, and ensuring adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Function

As a Head of Legal Benelux & France – Business and Corporate Legal you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all legal activities across the Benelux region. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on legal work, ensuring effective legal support for corporate governance, commercial operations, and business support areas. The position requires a strong balance between legal precision and business pragmatism, providing actionable legal advice that supports strategic objectives while managing risk.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Legal Affairs

Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide range of legal documents and consulting or IT service agreements.
Ensure appropriate approvals for non-standard contractual terms and business considerations.
Maintain and update standard legal templates and documentation.
Coordinate input from internal departments such as Data Protection and Intellectual Property.
Assess legal risks for business opportunities and provide guidance to internal approval committees.
Review public and private tender documentation, identify key risks and obligations, and propose risk mitigation strategies.

Corporate Legal & Governance

Serve as secretary to the board of directors and governance bodies, ensuring adherence to corporate governance best practices.
Prepare and maintain accurate board documentation, minutes, and compliance records.
Manage supplier and IT vendor contracts, ensuring alignment with corporate and regulatory requirements.
Draft, review, and negotiate intercompany and third-party agreements.

Legal Advisory & Risk Management

Provide legal advice on a wide range of topics, including technology, artificial intelligence, and commercial law.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments that may impact business operations.
Identify, assess, and mitigate potential legal risks within corporate activities.

Operational Legal Support

Participate in contract negotiations and provide practical legal interpretations.
Draft formal legal communications and explanatory notes on complex matters (e.g., public procurement, commercial law, contract law).
Coordinate pre-litigation and litigation matters in collaboration with the global legal network.

Leadership & Collaboration

Collaborate closely with international legal counterparts to ensure consistency across regions.
Manage relationships with external counsel and business partners.
In the future, lead and mentor a regional legal team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.

Profile

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal degree.
Admission to the bar in Belgium, France, or another relevant jurisdiction within the Benelux region.
At least 8 years of experience in business and corporate legal practice, preferably within the IT or technology sector and a multinational environment.
Proven experience in international and European legal contexts, including European law and public procurement.
Knowledge of EC Financial Regulation and strong expertise in IP/ICT matters.
In-depth understanding of corporate governance principles and best practices.

Soft Skills

Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural, and dynamic business setting.
Customer- and results-oriented mindset.
Persistent, methodical, stress-resilient, and highly attentive to detail.
Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Motivated, flexible, and open-minded, with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
Capable of managing tight deadlines and balancing multiple priorities.
Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to foster teamwork and maintain a positive attitude.

Languages

Excellent command of English (required for daily work).
Strong communication skills in both English and French.

Nice to Have

Knowledge of Dutch and/or Spanish is considered an asset.

Offer

What We Offer

A challenging and varied role within an international, innovative, and fast-paced organization.
The opportunity to lead and shape the legal function in the Benelux region, with strategic impact across business units and corporate governance.
Collaboration with talented colleagues in a multicultural and dynamic environment.
Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
A competitive and market-aligned compensation package.
Flexible working arrangements and support for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
The chance to contribute to meaningful projects in technology, IT services, and corporate governance.