Associate International Trade Law & Investment Controls (m/f/d)
In our award-winning Regulation & Governmental Affairs practice, you will work alongside Dr. Tobias Zuber and Dr. Bärbel Sachs on highly sophisticated legal questions and continue to develop your own profile in the process. Whether you are at the beginning of your career or already bring experience, you will always be part of the team.
That is how we work. We believe in a culture of collaborative excellence where shared success and individual growth go hand in hand and drive each other forward. See for yourself. Get to know our Brussels team in person. We look forward to meeting you.
We advise comprehensively on all aspects of international trade law, in particular in the areas of trade compliance including export controls, sanctions and customs law, foreign investment screening, trade barriers and market access, as well as WTO law.
Our core strengths include:
- Export controls and supply chain-related legislation
- Sanctions
- Customs law and market access regulations
- Foreign investment screening
- WTO law
- Trade barriers and trade defence instruments (including anti-dumping and anti-subsidy law)
- Bilateral and regional free trade agreements
- Internal compliance programmes, as well as related training, audits and monitoring of existing programmes
- Representation before administrative authorities and in legal proceedings in all of the above areas, including before German, European and international courts
What we offer
- A supportive, high-performing and genuinely collaborative team environment.
- The opportunity to work on complex international matters from our Brussels office, closely connected with colleagues across our German and international offices.
- Early responsibility, meaningful client exposure and hands-on involvement in sophisticated cross-border work.
- Excellent long-term career prospects and tailored opportunities for professional growth.
- A first-class training and development programme designed to strengthen your individual profile and further your substantive interests.
What we are looking for
- Strong legal credentials and excellent written and spoken English and German.
- Additional academic qualifications, such as an LL.M. or doctorate, are valued but not required.
- A keen interest in business-driven legal issues and the commercial context in which our clients operate.
- An international mindset, intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for complex cross-border matters.
- A collaborative approach, entrepreneurial attitude and the confidence to take ownership early on.