(Junior) Associate - Tech & Data

We are looking for a Belgian qualified lawyer to join our Tier 1 Technology & Data team in Brussels.

Fieldfisher is a European law firm with market‑leading practices in some of the world’s most dynamic sectors, including technology, finance, life sciences and energy. We are an exciting, forward-thinking organisation working with clients ranging from social media platforms and telecom operators through to pharmaceutical and medical devices companies, energy suppliers and banks.

With more than 100 experts across our European network, our Technology & Data team is one of the largest and most specialized data and technology teams.

We assist multinational organizations and innovative start-ups on all aspects of GDPR, e-privacy, artificial intelligence, DSA, Data Act, NIS2, DORA and broader digital regulation, often on business-critical and cutting-edge projects.

What you will work on

Recent work of our Brussels team includes:

·         a large multijurisdictional AI advisory project for a payroll service provider;

·         defending a telecom operator before the DPA's Litigation Chamber;

·         acting for a global adtech company in an injunction proceeding before the ordinary courts;

·         providing strategic advice on anonymisation to a life sciences company;

·         delivering a workshop on the EU AI Act to a non-European central bank;

·         advising various clients on the NIS2 scoping assessment;

·         negotiating DORA amendments for a financial institution;

·         negotiating a SaaS agreement with the provider's life sciences customer;

·         drafting a Managed Service Agreement template for a telco operator.

Most of our advisory work is in English, while litigation and enforcement matters are conducted in Dutch and/or French.

A team you’ll enjoy working with

Beyond our Tier1 recognition, we pride ourselves on being a supportive, collaborative and down-to-earth team. We invest heavily in developing our lawyers through hands-on mentoring, direct exposure to clients, structured training and real opportunities to grow quickly in an evolving area of law.

We look for colleagues who enjoy teamwork, who are eager to learn, and who want to become trusted advisors in the technology and digital regulatory landscape.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:

·         Hold a Belgian Master in Law degree with excellent results;

·         Have an LL.M. or Specialised Master's degree in privacy or ICT law or significant working experience in an English-speaking technology or data environment;

·         Bring 2-3 years of experience of relevant experience from an international law firm;

·         Are fluent in English, Dutch and French;

·         Have a genuine interest in technology and digital;

·         Communicate clearly and confidently, both in writing and orally;

·         Work thoroughly with attention to detail, think analytically and can translate complex legal issues into clear, practical and actionable advice;

·         Are proactive, pragmatic, and comfortable with a good degree of autonomy;

Are a collaborative team player

Benefits

·         A place in a top ranking European Technology & Data practice;

·         A genuinely friendly and collaborative team culture;

·         High quality work for major national and international clients;

·         Personal guidance and structured professional development;

·         Opportunities to take ownership early on;

·         An attractive remuneration package and benefits.

Why you will love working with us

·         You will learn directly from top experts recognised in Legal 500, Chambers and Who’s Who Legal.

·         You will be trusted with responsibility early on, with support whenever needed.

·         You will work in a genuinely European team with cross‑border collaboration.

·         You will get regular opportunities to participate in high-profile internal and external conferences and to upskill your legal and technical knowledge.

·         We care about balanced workloads and sustainable careers.