Junior HR Legal Consultant - Industries

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Are you passionate about international social security and labor law? Do you have a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of cross-border employment and international assignments? Are you interested in translating the international assignment complexities into Belgian social security and labor law? Then join our HR Legal team!

Join us to expand your skills and learn about all aspects of International Social Security & Labor law. We’ll provide the global scale, personal support, inclusive culture and technology to help you grow, lead and learn. We are proud that we’ve built a workplace where people can flourish, develop and be happy. At EY you will be empowered to take responsibility and encouraged to seize opportunities to grow your expertise and your career.

Industries: Our diverse client base spans multiple sectors, including transport, logistics, manufacturing, oil & gas, pharma, retail, service providers, etc. ensuring that your experience is both broad and rich.

The Opportunity: Your Next Adventure Awaits?

As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients with a wide range of international employment matters. You will focus on the complexity of social security law and provide comprehensive support from A to Z. Your responsibilities will include drafting essential documents such as employment contracts, assignment letters, and policies, ensuring that our clients are fully compliant with legal requirements across different jurisdictions.

Your Key Responsibilities

You will provide assistance with the following topic’s:

• International and National Social Security: Advising of clients in the context of cross-border employment set-ups and the applicable social security legislation, including assistance with all compliance obligations. Advising on the individual social security rights and benefits, including effects of cross-border employment.
• International Employment Law: advisory and implementation of salary split, secondment within EEA and abroad, assignments, international policies.

• National Employment Law: Consulting and drafting of employment agreements and policies, payroll and social documents, dismissal, etc. Assisting and consulting on the legal aspects of compensation and benefit structures (e.g. agreements around changes to salary packages, implementation of new benefits or work structures, etc.)

• Assistance with social inspections and performing due diligence in the framework of merger and acquisitions.

Our People Advisory Services Department is looking for a consultant to reinforce their Employment law and Social Security team.

Your Profile

You have:

• You have a master’s degree in law.
• You will obtain an additional degree in Social Law or you have proven knowledge of Social Law based on the chosen majors during your Law study.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication in Dutch and English. A good understanding of French is an additional benefit.
• You are a team player and confident communicator.
• You demonstrate drive and determination and are curious to learn new things.
• You want to become a trusted business advisor and an expert in national and international social law.
• You are able to start in [DATE].

What’s In It For You

• EY Family – you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Attractive remuneration package - We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.

• Mobility package - You’ll be able to opt-in for the mobility budget. In return for giving up your (right to a) company car, you’ll receive a monthly budget from EY as compensation. This budget will allow you to use your employer-provided compensation for alternative transportation means or similar benefits, incl. reimbursement of housing costs (on condition you live within 10km of your main place of employment).
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.

• Inspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth - You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by a counselor. We offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance.
• Fun - By joining our EY- teams, you can participate in team activities, and companywide events and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work drink.
• Sustainability - We have a fleet of hybrid and electric cars. Our flex plan makes it possible for you to choose the most sustainable option for you. You can also opt for a train subscription or lease a bike.
• Diversity & Inclusion - At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.
• Location - All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking space. They all have parking spaces and charging stations are provided.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.