Benelux Legal Counsel

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect and optimize organizations of all types and sizes. We're proud to serve as a trusted advisor and integrator, helping organizations across the globe implement smarter, innovative and seamless security solutions. Our 13,000+ colleagues in 40 countries are focused daily on our purpose to help make your world a safer place and our commitment to deliver an unparalleled client experience.

At Securitas Technology, we believe in celebrating our differences and creating a supportive environment where all voices are welcomed, appreciated and represented. Here, our colleagues are empowered to think big, fail fast and push the boundaries of innovation. As a purpose-led organization, we aspire to make a difference every day, and we’re looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

Securitas Technology’s leadership team represents some of the most experienced professionals across the security industry. These individuals serve our clients and colleagues with their commitment to our mission and relentless pursuit of excellence – both of which help cultivate our success.

We are seeking a skilled and business-oriented Legal Counsel to support our growing operations in Europe with a focus on the Benelux region (Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg). Reporting to the European Technology Legal Director, you will play a key role in providing high-quality legal advice, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing commercial contracts. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, cross-border environment, collaborating with business leaders and legal professionals across Europe.

The role is flexible in location, with a preference for candidates based in Belgium, Netherlands, or France. Frequent travel within the Benelux region and occasional travel across Europe is expected.

Role Overview

Commercial Contracts:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor, supplier, and SaaS contracts.

• Provide risk management advice related to contract execution.

Compliance and Legal Advice:

• Ensure the organization complies with regional and international regulations, including GDPR and competition law.

• Uphold the company’s compliance and ethics policies, ensuring alignment with corporate governance standards.

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to internal stakeholders, delivering business-oriented legal solutions.

Cross-Border Collaboration:

• Work closely with legal leaders and cross-functional teams, including finance and leadership, to address regional legal challenges.

• Foster collaboration across jurisdictions to streamline legal operations and improve efficiency.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Support negotiations with internal and external stakeholders, translating complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance.

• Partner with leadership to execute on strategic business opportunities.

Process Improvement:

• Drive innovation in legal operations by implementing modern, efficient practice.

Experience and Traits

• Education: Law degree in Belgian or Dutch law.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in legal roles.
• Leadership capabilities.
• Proven experience in negotiations with internal and external stakeholders concerning legal matters, including the ability to communicate technical legal matters in a non-technical way.
• Industry Expertise: Experience in the security, technology, or related industries is an advantage.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Environment: Experience of navigating a fast-paced, international corporate and working with and in matrixed organisation

Other personal characteristics:

• Demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving
• Ability to drive people
• Ability to effectively work and communicate in a complex environment
• Innovative and modern with a very challenging approach to all current practices to drive new efficiency
• Ability and expectation to travel cross border frequently.

Why Join Us?

This role provides a unique opportunity to engage in impactful legal work within a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Collaborate with talented teams across jurisdictions while driving modern legal practices and contributing to the organization’s success in the Benelux region and beyond.