Social Law expert

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You approach people management and employment law in a truly human way - with empathy, respect, inclusivity, and listening intently to understand your audience. In addition, you know that great HR legal advisory is transformative. With your expertise in social law and employment regulations, and a desire to enrich and elevate the impact of our People & Purpose Centre of Expertise, you will find a match for yourself here.

As an HR Legal Advisor within our People & Purpose Centre of Expertise, you'll be part of a small, dynamic HR legal team that serves as the trusted advisor to Deloitte Belgium's business units and enabling functions. You'll work closely with our Senior Manager HR Legal, supporting the organisation in navigating complex employment law, social security, and reward-related regulatory challenges.
Your role bridges the gap between legal compliance and practical HR solutions. You'll be the go-to expert for our HR Business Partners (HRBPs), leaders, and internal stakeholders on all matters related to social law, employment regulations, and people strategy. You'll combine deep legal expertise with a pragmatic, business-focused mindset to deliver solutions that protect the organisation while enabling our people strategy.

Legal, Regulatory & Policy Compliance

• Advise on the application of social law (employment, social security, reward), ensuring Deloitte Belgium remains compliant with evolving regulations
• Develop and update HR policies and procedures to reflect legal requirements and best practices
• Follow-up on and provide practical guidance on the implementation of new regulations and their impact on our workforce
• Support the organisation in anticipating and managing regulatory risks

Advisory & Stakeholder Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for HR legal matters for dedicated Business Units
• Provide expert advice to HRBPs and the HR Services team on concrete employment cases, disputes, and complex people-related situations
• Support leaders and employees with guidance on employment contracts, terminations, restructuring, social dialogue and other HR-related legal matters
• Liaise between the organisation and external law firms in case of (potential) litigation

Reporting & Compliance Management

• Prepare and manage reporting on HR legal matters for internal stakeholders and external compliance requirements (e.g. Ecovadis, CSRD and Pay Transparency reporting)
• Maintain documentation and records related to employment law compliance
• Contribute to the organisation's broader compliance and risk management framework

Community & Knowledge Sharing

• Actively participate in the People & Purpose community, sharing expertise and best practices
• Support the development of HR legal guidance and resources for the broader organisation
• Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes and legal advisory services

Your Background

• You hold a Master's degree in Law, with a specialisation or strong focus on social law 
• You have 3 - 6 years of relevant experience in social law or HR legal advisory, either in-house or in a legal/consulting environment
• You have a solid understanding of Belgian social legislation
• You are fluent in Dutch and English, with working knowledge French

Your Skills & Attributes

• You have excellent communication skills and can translate complex legal concepts into practical, business-focused advice
• You are a reliable team player with a flexible mindset, comfortable working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• You demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail
• You are proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• You have a genuine interest in people matters and a desire to make a positive impact on employee experience
• You are client-focused and relationship-oriented, with the ability to build trust with internal stakeholders

Your Mindset

• You are passionate about social law and its practical application in a business context
• You thrive in dynamic environments and are comfortable with ambiguity and change
• You are committed to continuous learning and staying current with evolving regulations
• You want to join a team where teamwork is paramount and authenticity is celebrated, allowing everyone to thrive

We provide industry-leading audit and assurance, tax and legal, consulting and related services. We are committed to driving innovation across offerings to help our clients address their challenges, while giving our professionals opportunities to learn and grow in this era of transformation. 
In Belgium, +5000 dedicated professionals active in +10 offices, take great pride in bringing multidisciplinary expertise to a wide variety of clients, from national and international companies, small, fast-growing and large organizations to public institutions and governmental authorities. 

Be the true you! We foster diversity and inclusion and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Explore, question and collaborate while building a career that inspires and energises you.
Never stop growing! Diversity of thought makes us stronger. At Deloitte, we tailor a personalized learning experience, offering you the opportunity to grow at your own pace and achieve maximum impact.
We practice what we preach! As a Purpose-led organisation, at the heart of everything we do is a set of timeless principles and unifying values. 
Life looks different for each of us, so we created a varied benefits package that you can tap into: 

• My Benefits My Choice, a flexible rewards plan tailored to your lifestyle and priorities
• Sustainable transport options offered by Mobility@Deloitte
• Flexible work arrangements for all and initiatives supported by Parents & Caregivers @Deloitte
• Wellbeing tips and activities powered by Energise@Deloitte
• Topped off with other health benefits and insurance opportunities

Empowering our employees with flexible work arrangements remains essential in today's reality: 

• Hybrid workplace: combination of home office and on-site (+10 offices in Belgium or client's premises).
• Part-time employment: all our jobs are open to full-time or part-time work under a 90% or 80% regime.

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