Legal Officer

At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction.

But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that. 

Would you like to deploy your legal expertise in a young, energetic, fast paced family? Vistra Netherlands is looking to recruit a Legal Officer for our Corporate client portfolios.

Scope

Would you like to deploy your expertise in a young, energetic and dynamic family? In this role you can develop your knowledge of Dutch law and regulations in the broadest way possible and collaborate with and learn from experienced colleagues in a variety of fields.

In your day to day activities you will work with a tight team of Legals working on the same portfolio as you are, along with dedicated financials and relationship managers. You will work together to ensure high client satisfaction, solve complex questions and provide a full range of corporate services. In addition, you will be able to spar with experienced legal team members on other portfolio’s and expand your knowledge and grow together.

Key responsibilities

• Review transactional documentation relating to (re)financings, acquisitions, mergers, restructurings and other corporate matters;
• Identify, in relation to such transactions, potential legal or compliance issues, risks, understand deal terms and implications and translate into Vistra (transaction) clearance summary with follow up actions (if necessary);
• Prepare the resolutions, agreements, power of attorney and other documents related to legal transactions and coordination and clear coordination with involved law / accounting / audit / tax firms, notaries, Dutch chamber of commerce, etc.;
• Prepare the legal documentation for approval and adoption financial statements as well as assistance of auditor;
• Identify legal and compliance risks on an ongoing basis, concerning all client entities in the Vistra Corporates portfolio;
• Handle day-to-day management of client entities and corporate legal matters in accordance with Dutch corporate law and regulations;
• Corporate and compliance client files are being maintained properly, through timely and accurate drafted, reviewed and revised corporate legal documentation;
• Ensure, together with your colleagues, that deadlines of statutory / corporate legal matters are met;
• Proactively identify any potential (Director's) liabilities;
• Proactive and professional (verbal and written) communication with clients, shareholders, advisors and other relevant parties concerning legal matters;

Key requirements

• Structured, detail-oriented person, with a high focus on quality and client satisfaction;
• Excellent command of the and English language, verbal and written;
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);
• Sound knowledge of Book 2 Dutch Civil Code and basic accounting knowledge;

• Minimum 1 years relevant experiences in providing Legal support in a Corporate environment;
• Experience in working with (international) clients is beneficial;
• Completed Master in Law (Dutch Law with emphasis on company law, Notary law or Fiscal law).

Company Benefits

A challenging position in an ambitious organization where no day is the same. A company with a view to the future where you can grow together with and, above all, put your own stamp on. In addition, we offer:

• Market conform remuneration and benefits (e.g., allowance to travel to work).
• 8% holiday allowance & 26 days off per year plus 1 flexible public holiday. The option to buy (max. 5) vacation days.
• Collective pension scheme, non-contributory, option to voluntary save extra with a maximum of 5,4%.
• Vistra Bonus Plan, based on Vistra Group performance and individual performance.
• Learning and training, i.e., via our digital learning environment ‘Vistra Skills Platform’.
• Work laptop.
• The possibility to work partially from home and a fee to set up your home office.

We care about you, so we offer:

• Our Well-being program (Open Up).
• Employee discounts via Benefits at Work.
• Bike riding via the bike scheme.
• Free coffee, tea, soft drinks and fresh fruits in our office.

Around the world, our staff volunteer time as well as raise funds for groups and organizations in their local communities. Vistra supports employees’ charitable efforts by encouraging engagement in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and projects to improve our impact as a company. You could participate in team volunteering activities to support your communities, with one day per year being paid for. Don’t have the time? With Payroll Giving it will be easier and more financially attractive for you to donate to charity.

We value interdepartmental collaboration, work as ONE Vistra throughout the world and of course get to know each other better outside of work at our DoMiBo’s (Thursday Afternoon Drinks). We look forward to getting to know you better as well!

If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journey!