As a Business Development (BD) Advisor at Liedekerke, you play a key role in driving the firm’s growth. You work closely with partners and lawyers on high-profile mandates, strategic client development and market positioning. You are not just supporting; you are advising, challenging and helping to win work.
Working in close collaboration with the other members of the Business Development team, you will play an active role in implementing the firm’s strategic business development initiatives across the Belgian offices (Brussels and Antwerp), as well as the firm’s offices in Africa (Kinshasa and Kigali) and in London.
Your key responsibilities include:
You will join a collaborative Marketing & Business Development (MBD) team of seven, composed of three Marketing colleagues, three Business Development professionals and one team assistant. The team works closely with partners and lawyers across the firm and plays a key role in driving strategic initiatives and client development.
Join Liedekerke as a Business Development Advisor and help shape the firm’s future.
Apply via our website with your CV and cover letter.
Questions? Feel free to reach out to Jolien Rooselaers at j.rooselaers@liedekerke.com.
Are you ready to shape the future of the financial services industry? Join our Financial Services Regulatory Team (FinReg Team) and dive into the fast-evolving worlds of and advise on the full range of financial regulatory matters, including banking, insurance, asset management, payments, fintech, crypto and sustainable finance.
Our team of four lawyers, supported by knowledge professionals, advises both Belgian and international clients, including leading banks, investment firms, asset managers, insurers, payment institutions, crypto exchanges, and innovative fintech players. Recognised in top legal directories, we tackle the most cutting-edge regulatory challenges.
As a starting lawyer within the team, you will receive tailored training and mentorship to develop into a leading expert, while enjoying extensive direct client contact from day one. This is your chance to make an impact in a dynamic and highly visible area of law.
Our FinReg team is currently looking for a Dutch-speaking junior lawyer!
As a member of our FinReg team, you will work closely with colleagues to deliver strategic legal advice and guidance to clients active in the financial services sector. Your work will cover a broad range of areas, including banking and funds regulation, payment services, crypto, ESG, and other relevant financial regulations.
In this role, you will also:
Practical information
Click "Apply" to kick-start your career at Liedekerke! Please submit your CV, a motivation letter, and transcripts of your bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or any other relevant qualifications. If your application is successful, the next steps will involve an interview with our partners and HR, a short assessment, and a follow-up discussion with team members.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our recruiter, Jolien Rooselaers, at j.rooselaers@liedekerke.com.
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Liedekerke is actively seeking passionate lawyers with a few years of experience to join our different teams!
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Don't forget to upload your CV, a cover letter clearly stating preferred practice area, and transcripts for each university year.
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Liedekerke’s White Collar Crime practice assists clients in complex (actual or threatened) criminal proceedings as well as in sanction proceedings conducted by other supervisory authorities. The team also advises companies on various criminal law aspects of business activities and supports them in the drafting and implementation of internal policies.
The team combines strong legal expertise with a pragmatic, hands-on approach and works closely with other practice groups within the firm.
We are looking for a lawyer with 2 to 3 years of experience in corporate criminal law to join our team. You will be involved in a wide range of matters, from start to finish, across various legal areas. You will regularly collaborate with colleagues from other practice groups.
Liedekerke places great value on a multidisciplinary and transversal way of working, ensuring that lawyers can rely on strong internal support and on the expertise of the firm’s leading specialists when handling complex matters.
Interested candidates are invited to apply via our website by uploading their CV, motivation letter, and academic transcripts.
Our Regulatory department
At Liedekerke, our Regulatory practice stands out as one of the leading teams in Belgium. With 24 passionate lawyers, we advise and represent federal and regional authorities as well as private clients on a wide range of regulatory matters. Our expertise covers administrative law, environmental and energy law, zoning and urban planning, and public procurement.
From permits, waste and soil, and water regulations to large-scale infrastructure and urban regeneration projects, we work on cases that directly shape the future of cities, communities, and the environment. Joining our team means contributing to impactful projects while building strong expertise in Environmental and Public Law.
We are currently recruiting a Dutch-speaking law graduate with a focus on Environmental Law.
Here’s what you can look forward to by joining the team:
Our new colleague:
Start date: Autumn 2026
Location: Brussels
Apply now via our website by submitting your CV, cover letter, transcripts from each university year and any other publications of interest. Applying can be done in your native language.
At Liedekerke, our internship program offers a unique opportunity to experience the daily life of a lawyer, translate theory into practice, and acquaint yourself with our firm.
We provide various internship options:
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Belgium's largest independent law firm. Situated in the heart of the city, our offices serve as a dynamic backdrop for your professional development. As an intern, you'll delve into the intricate world of legal practice within our firm, collaborating on real cases within our specialised practice groups. This experience will allow you to meet and connect with members of our firm, potentially your future colleagues.These teams are already looking forward to welcoming you!
Are you interested in another area of law that is not listed? Apply anyway—you never know!
Are you:
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Don't forget to upload your CV, a cover letter clearly stating your availability and preferred legal areas for the internship, and transcripts for each university year.
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Our Africa practice serves Belgian and foreign clients in countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mali, Togo, Benin, Burundi, Burkina Faso, Angola, the Ivory Coast, Senegal, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and South Africa.
We offer our clients unparalleled experience and support from our offices in Brussels, Kinshasa (DRC) and Kigali (Rwanda), allowing our clients not only to seize opportunities but also to navigate and overcome the challenges of the African market.
Our offices in Kinshasa (RDC) and Kigali were established with the aim to enhance our capability to provide local legal support and operational assistance to companies and other stakeholders active across Francophone Africa (DRC and Rwanda in particular).
Our areas of expertise include amongst others corporate & commercial law, banking & finance law, mining & energy law, and much more. We have longstanding knowledge of OHADA law which applies uniformly in 17 countries.
We are currently looking for an Associate to join our Brussels or Kinshasa office.
Joining our Africa practice entails:
Our new colleague:
We are looking for a Dutch-speaking lawyer with a strong interest and expertise in environmental law in an industrial context.
Our regulatory practice – consisting of 25 lawyers – offers legal services ranging from advisory work to contract drafting and litigation. Our lawyers are particularly recognised for their expertise in environmental, energy, planning and zoning, and public procurement law, across all three regions. Our regulatory department offers full-service to its clients as part of an integrated firm, but also operates as a fully-fledged, standalone practice with its own client base.
For many years our environmental team, which forms part of our regulatory practice, is ranked top tier in several legal rankings.
We are currently looking for someone to join our environmental team. We advise clients on all possible environmental matters, such as permits, waste, soil, water, climate and packaging. We have a strong affinity with the industrial sector.
We also handle various regulatory issues. This includes matters relating to the regulation, at a national or European level, of chemicals, electrical and electronic equipment, deforestation-driven commodities, food, green claims (...)
We primarily provide strategic advice to our clients and assist in negotiations with other stakeholders. Where necessary, we represent our clients in administrative and judicial proceedings before all relevant courts and authorities.
Joining our team, you can expect:
We are looking for a talented associate who:
Location: Brussels
Start date: As soon as possible
Click “Apply” to launch your career at Liedekerke! Include your CV, a motivation letter, and transcripts of your bachelor’s and any master’s degrees or other relevant qualifications.
If your application is positively received, the next steps include an interview with the partners and HR, an assessment, and a follow-up discussion with members of the team. Questions? Contact our recruiter, Jolien Rooselaers, at j.rooselaers@liedekerke.com.
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A management assistant is an absolute necessity in any law firm. With your professional, constructive attitude, you provide the best support to our clients and attorneys. You are in charge of organising lawyers' schedules, liaising with clients, drafting and proofreading documents and fulfilling many important administrative duties.
The range of tasks is varied and includes:
Apply now to join Liedekerke as a Management Assistant!
Our support staff play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency, productivity, and overall client satisfaction. Their dedication allows lawyers to focus on delivering high-quality legal services, confident in the knowledge that they have a strong support network behind them.
Join Liedekerke's Business Services:
If you're keen on becoming a part of one of our Business Services teams but haven't found a suitable open position, why not apply spontaneously?
Liedekerke is actively seeking passionate lawyers to join our different teams!
If you're interested, click the "apply" button and reach out to us.
Don't forget to upload your CV, a cover letter clearly stating preferred practice area, and transcripts for each university year.
Join us on this exciting legal adventure!
Join our business support services as a school intern or student
Are you looking for a student job during the holidays or looking for an internship as student? Our Business Support departments are happy to welcome you!
Our non-legal staff play a vital role in helping us ensure we first rate legal service to our clients. As a business services member you may expect to be fully integrated and get the opportunity put theory into practice and learn from our professionals.
Apply now and get ready to discover working as a business professional in a Belgian law firm.
Law students seeking a legal internship can apply by following the link!
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