Legal Counsel - Commercial & Real Estate

Exciting opportunity for a commercially minded legal professional with 5+ years of experience who’s ready to step into a high-impact role in a fast-paced, international environment. Location: Hoofddorp (Amsterdam Area)

We’re currently supporting Basic-Fit, Europe’s leading fitness operator, in their search for a Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team.

The Opportunity:

As Legal Counsel, you’ll play a key role in supporting Basic-Fit's real estate expansion and commercial operations across multiple markets. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors on a broad range of legal topics -particularly in real estate, construction, and commercial contracting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate commercial lease and construction agreements

• Support real estate and operational teams with practical legal advice

• Assist in managing pre-litigation and litigation files, primarily from the tenant perspective

• Coordinate with external counsel and internal stakeholders

• Contribute to legal template development and compliance processes

What We're Looking For:

• Master’s degree in Law (LLM or equivalent)

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in private practice or an in-house setting in Europe

• Familiarity with real estate and commercial contracting (retail/tenant-side is a plus)

• Native level English and Dutch language skills required (with French being a bonus)

• Proactive, pragmatic, and eager to grow within a dynamic business environment

What You’ll Get:

• A broad, evolving legal role within a highly successful international company

• Growth opportunities and learning platforms to support your development

• Hybrid working, attractive benefits, and a competitive salary.

• A positive, informal culture with purpose and energy

Interested in learning more? We’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch directly for a confidential conversation.

Robert Walters Netherlands is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.