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Legal Director | Estate Planning

Permanent
On-site
Hasselt, Belgium
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Welcome to Gentis, the driving force behind tomorrow's STEM careers! We are more than just a recruitment agency, we are a team of industry-leading recruiters who are passionate about helping candidates reach their full potential.

Our mission is to create a more sustainable future by connecting the best talent with the most exciting opportunities. Our global reach, from Europe to North America, Africa, and the Middle East, puts us at the forefront of placing candidates in strategic technical roles, both temporary and permanent.

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the world? Do you want a rewarding career that challenges you and allows you to grow? If so, you've come to the right place. At Gentis, we transform careers into legends. Are you ready to start your next professional adventure?

About the job

An established and well-respected advisory firm with decades of experience provides specialized services to businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth families. With multiple offices across Belgium and a team of several hundred professionals, the firm delivers expertise in financial, tax, legal, strategic, and business-related matters, combining high-quality service with a strong personal approach.

Within its dedicated Family Office team, the organization offers tailored guidance to family businesses, entrepreneurial families, and private clients. The team supports clients in gaining clarity over complex wealth structures and assists with the transfer of family businesses, always taking into account financial, legal, tax, and interpersonal aspects to ensure balanced and sustainable solutions.

To support its growth, the firm is currently seeking a Director Estate Planning.

Role:

  • Manage client dossiers related to wealth structuring and estate planning
  • Analyze complex situations and independently propose solutions and alternatives
  • Prepare advisory reports in collaboration with internal specialists
  • Maintain relationships with external stakeholders such as notaries, bankers, and other advisors
  • Review legal documents, including draft deeds and contracts
  • Stay up to date with legal, tax, and market developments
  • Contribute to the business development of the practice

Profile:

  • Master’s degree in Law or Economics; additional specialization in taxation or estate planning is an asset
  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in wealth planning within a financial institution, law firm, or notarial environment
  • Strong expertise in inheritance law, matrimonial property law, gift and inheritance tax, and business structuring/transfer
  • Knowledge of corporate law and corporate taxation is a plus
  • Client-focused with a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset
  • Strong interpersonal skills, team spirit, and proactive communication style
  • High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information
  • Adaptable and flexible in a dynamic environment

Offer:

  • A challenging and diverse position within a leading independent advisory firm
  • Continuous learning opportunities and access to a strong internal knowledge network
  • Flexible and personalized compensation package
  • A collaborative and supportive company culture that values initiative and innovation
  • A modern and comfortable working environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance

Job location

Hasselt, Belgium

Job summary

Payroll Country

Belgium

Location

Hasselt Belgium

Our recruitment process

  • Phone Interview

    First contact with our Talent Acquisition team!

  • Personality Test

    The recruiter profession requires a specific set of soft skills. This test will help determine if you have the necessary qualities.

  • Interview w/ Manager/Team Leader

    A great opportunity to get to know your future manager!

  • Trial Day

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