Corporate / M&A Legal Counsel

About the role

Aerospacelab, a vertically integrated small satellite manufacturer and earth observation services developer, is looking for an experienced Corporate / M&A Legal Counsel. The role sits at the heart of the group's transactional, strategic and corporate matters: acquisitions, fundraising, intra-group restructurings and governance of group entities across several jurisdictions. It is also a generalist in-house counsel covering the full range of legal issues arising from the group's activities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and execute M&A and external growth transactions: due diligence, structuring, negotiation and documentation (LOIs, SPAs, shareholders' agreements), and coordinate external counsel
• Support financing and investment documentation, investor and lender relations, cap table management and incentive plans
• Oversee corporate governance: boards of directors, general meetings, delegations of authority and filing obligations (UBO, registers)
• Handle regulatory aspects such as foreign direct investment screening, export controls and sector-specific compliance
• Handle day-to-day legal needs: commercial contracts, regulatory questions, intellectual property, support to operational teams and pre-litigation matters
• Advise on cross-border strategic projects and contribute to post-acquisition integration
• Work closely with Strategy, Finance and HR teams and the rest of the Legal department

Required profile

• Master's degree in law; LL.M. or international business law is an asset
• At least 5 years of corporate law and M&A experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house, with diversified business law experience (contracts, regulatory, commercial)
• Proven international experience in cross-border transactions and multi-jurisdictional coordination
• Experience in aerospace, defence or dual-use technology is highly valued
• Member of the Belgian Institute for In-House Counsel (IBJ-IJE) or eligible for admission

Required skills

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Proficiency in French and English; Dutch, German and/or another language is an asset
• Adaptability to a fast-changing technological environment, including generative AI tools used in line with confidentiality and export control rules

What we offer

• Permanent contract
• Flat hierarchy and fast-paced environment
• Flexible ways of working
• Salary package consistent with experience