Junior Legal Consultant - Financial Services

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At EY, we’re not just another professional services firm. We’re the only major player with a dedicated Financial Services practice (EY FSO) across EMEIA. We have over 16,000 professionals working together to shape the future of Banking, Insurance, Wealth & Asset Management, Payment Institutions and FinTech. Our comprehensive services and deep market knowledge enable our consultants to understand and meet our client’s needs effectively.

Within EY, Our Financial Services Legal & Regulatory team blends legal and regulatory expertise with business insights to advise top-tier financial institutions. We work on high-impact projects, tackling the evolving legal and regulatory challenges in banking, insurance, asset management, payment services, etc.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits?

EY Legal & Regulatory is looking for ambitious and talented legal and regulatory consultants who accumulated a few years of relevant experience and are eager to (further) specialize in financial regulatory topics.
If terms like ESG, AML, MiFID, sanctions, and PSD3 not only ring a bell but also spark your interest, then you're the candidate we're eager to meet!

Your profile

• A Master’s Degree in (Belgian) law
• Interest in/affinity with financial law and regulations (such as banking and insurance) and the relevant laws and regulations impacting them (e.g. AML, MiFID, ESG etc)., with the willingness to learn further in that direction
• Fluency in Dutch and/or French and English
• Good communication skills
• Strong team spirit, balanced by a healthy sense of autonomy
• Available to in September 2027.

Your Key Responsibilities

• You will join a team of legal and regulatory professionals who offer support to the Financial Services Industry, including banking, asset management, insurance, and payment services
• You will, in the context of broader projects, collaborate with experts across the different areas of the Financial Services Industry value chain, such as risk management specialists, strategy consultants,
• You will collaborate with top-tier financial institutions (both on an ad-hoc basis as on a loaning of staff basis)
• You will also have the opportunity to mentor and support more junior team members

As a Consultant, you will work closely with clients to help them navigate complex new and existing regulations, ensuring compliance while driving business success. You will provide strategic legal advice, contribute to regulatory implementation projects, and collaborate with financial institutions' compliance and legal teams.

Your work will cover key regulatory topics such as:

• Financial Crime (AML, Sanctions, Market Abuse, Fraud)
• Banking & Capital Markets (MiFID, MiCAR)
• Payment Services (FinTech, PSD3, digital finance)
• Asset Management
• Insurance (IDD incl. Value For Money, DORA, FiDA)
• Compliance & Governance (Fit & Proper, Board effectiveness)
• Data Protection, Privacy & Emerging Technologies
• Sustainable Finance & ESG Compliance

You’ll be at the forefront of regulatory change, working in multidisciplinary teams across Belgium and EMEIA. Your role will include client interaction, business development, and helping shape the future of EY’s Legal & Regulatory services.

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.
• 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.
• Mobility package - As from 1 January 2025, 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).
• 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.