Lawyer, Chemicals

ClientEarth

  • Brussel
  • € 5.036 per maand
  • Contract
  • Voltijds
  • 16 dagen geleden
Lawyer, ChemicalsClientEarthBrussels, BelgiumSalary: €5.036 gross per month
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Contract Duration: 12 months
Hours: Full Time
Closing Date: 8 September 2025
First Interview Dates: Starting from the 17th of SeptemberAbout the roleDo you want to be part of making sure people and the environment are protected from harmful chemicals? We are hiring a lawyer to be part of the Resources, Energy and Mobility System, working on projects related to Chemicals.The role will involve analysing complex legal questions and policy scenarios and producing high-quality outputs, including public facing briefings. In particular, the Lawyer will be involved in matters relating to the implementation, enforcement and protection of the EU’s REACH Regulation, the Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation and other laws relevant to the control of chemical pollution. There will be a strong focus both on carrying out advocacy with decision-makers to secure adoption of ClientEarth’s recommendations, and on providing legal support to other NGOs.This is a new position created due to a newly received 3-year funding and will start with a defined employee contract of 12 months. We will of course inform the post holder about possible extensions to this initial 12 months ahead of time.Meet your ManagerIn this role you will be managed by . Tatiana joined ClientEarth in 2018 and is based in Brussels. Tatiana has worked in several areas whilst in ClientEarth, including marine wildlife conservation and plastic pollution.Main Duties
  • Carrying out legal research evaluating potential improvements to existing laws regulating chemicals at EU and Member State level;
  • Drafting legislative proposals and proposed amendments to primary or secondary legislation;
  • Coordinating and executing advocacy campaigns with partner NGOs. This will involve, among other tasks, the preparation of briefings explaining the benefits of particular policy choices, public speaking, media interviews, meetings with policy makers, responding to public consultations in coalition or on behalf of ClientEarth.
Role requirements
  • Law degree;
  • Significant and relevant legal practice experience, which could be in a law firm but relevant experience in an inhouse role, in an NGO, public authority or academia is also valid;
  • A good understanding of EU administrative law and of EU political and legislative processes;
  • A good understanding of EU chemical law and policy, REACH in particular.
Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that . If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.Further InformationHave a question about this job? Please visit for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.Flexible working: We are proud to be a accredited Employer. Visit our for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based. as well as .ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. .Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in Belgium.ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.Deadline 8 SeptemberDon't forget to mention EuroBrussels when applying.Share this JobMore Job SearchesUnsubscribe any time: more atConsumers, Public Health and Food Safety (17) Economic and Monetary Affairs (15) Energy (10) Environment (14) External Relations and Development Aid (3) Human Rights and Democracy (9) Internal Market and Business Regulation (10) Justice, Freedom and Security (10)"Thank you for the easy and professional service you gave us. We had a very good response."

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