Junior Jurist Cluster West

At Countus Groep, we invest in your growth. You will get plenty of room to develop through training, knowledge sharing, and our Countus Academy. Your development is central, in the direction that suits you.

Additionally, you can count on:

• An immediate permanent contract;

• A good salary from € 3,707.31 to € 5,295.33 gross per month (based on 40 hours), plus 8.4% holiday allowance;

• At least 30 vacation days (on a full-time basis) and the possibility to (re)purchase these;

• Decide for yourself how much you work! Employment for 24, 32, 36, or 40 hours per week is possible. Additionally, you get the possibility to schedule your own workdays and hours;

• An employee participation scheme and excellent pension and mobility schemes;

• An extensive range of training, an attractive work-from-home policy and vitality program, including a bicycle plan and discounts on your gym membership and health insurance.

With us, you work vitally, agilely, and with pleasure, with room for initiative and balance.

At Countus, your own development comes first. Because when you do what you are good at and what makes you happy, that ensures a healthy work culture. We strive for entrepreneurship within the organization and there are plenty of opportunities. If you show that you want to take them, we will help you do so. Through training, through projects, and through each other. We call that developing together. #ruimtevoorontwikkeling

Additionally, you can count on:

· An immediate contract for an indefinite period;

· A good gross salary up to € 5,162.65 per month (based on 40 hours) plus 8.4% holiday allowance;

· The possibility to decide for yourself how much you work! Employment for 24, 32, 36, or 40 hours per week is possible. Additionally, you get the possibility to schedule your own workdays and hours;

· An employee participation scheme, through which you can buy certificates in Countus;

· A good mobility scheme

· An excellent pension scheme in which Countus covers the largest part of the premium.

Countus Regio West: no two days are the same! From our offices in Emmeloord, Dronten, and Zeewolde, we help agricultural entrepreneurs and SMEs achieve their ambitions every day. You will work together with various entrepreneurs, issues, and colleagues. Within Regio West, we are involved, professional, and we help each other to move forward together.

Your impact as a Junior Jurist

As a Junior Jurist at Countus, you will get the space to apply your legal knowledge in practice and to further develop yourself. You will work for entrepreneurs in the agricultural sector and SMEs and deal with various legal issues. From drafting agreements and prenuptial agreements to preparing advice regarding inheritance law and corporate law: no issue is the same.

You will work closely with experienced jurists within Cluster West and receive the guidance you need to become increasingly independent. You will have contact with clients, collect relevant information, and contribute to legal advice and files. This way, you will gain a broad view of the profession and discover where your legal interests lie.

Your activities take place within our offices in Emmeloord, Dronten, and Zeewolde.

Working at Countus Cluster West

Within Cluster West, you work from our offices in Emmeloord, Dronten, and Zeewolde. At these locations, colleagues with various specialisms work together, from Accountants and Tax Specialists to Jurists and Business Advisors. Together, we support agricultural entrepreneurs and SMEs with diverse issues.

The three offices each have their own atmosphere and character. In Emmeloord, you work in the largest office in the region, with over 55 colleagues. Dronten has approximately 17 colleagues and stands for a combination of professionalism, collaboration, and a good atmosphere. In Zeewolde, approximately 20 colleagues work in an open and informal environment, where independence and collaboration go hand in hand.

Wherever you work, within Cluster West, you are not alone. You get plenty of opportunities to share knowledge, brainstorm with colleagues, and further develop yourself. With 25 offices and various expertise teams within Countus, there are also plenty of opportunities to grow or further specialize.

Ready to set your legal career on fire? Want to work in a dynamic environment where professionalism goes hand in hand with a dose of conviviality? We are looking for a jurist who wants to grow with us, reach new heights, and shine together with us. So, are you ready for a journey full of legal discoveries and challenges? Step on board and let's explore the future of the legal profession together!

You will be involved in, among other things:

· Supporting experienced jurists with various legal issues;

· Drafting and elaborating agreements and prenuptial agreements;

· Collecting and processing information for inheritance tax and gift tax returns;

· Preparing legal advice and advisory assignments;

· Contributing to files within, among other things, family and corporate law;

· Having contact with clients and colleagues regarding legal issues.

What you bring

What will you do?

· Providing support to the senior jurists;

· Elaborating prenuptial agreements;

· Collecting information for inheritance tax and gift tax returns;

· Drafting draft agreements;

· Preparatory work for advisory assignments.

Of course, we won't let you do this alone, and you will be supported in this by our current jurists. They will teach you all the intricacies of the profession and support you where necessary. As a junior jurist, you are an essential part of our team and help our clients face legal challenges and achieve business success. You get the chance to grow, to learn, and to contribute to the legal practice of our offices in Emmeloord, Dronten, and Zeewolde.

You are enthusiastic about the law and want to further develop yourself as a jurist. You are curious, work accurately, and enjoy investigating various legal issues. You dare to ask questions, think actively along, and search together with colleagues for practical solutions for clients.

As a jurist at Countus, you get the chance to give your legal career a kickstart! You will work together with experienced legal experts and you will deal with diverse legal matters. You will engage in conversation with our clients, draft various agreements, and write advice. On one hand, this involves the business aspects relevant to entrepreneurs (think of advice regarding the restructuring of organizations, drafting corporate contracts, loan, rental, or management agreements). In addition, personal aspects for an entrepreneur can play a major role (think of advice regarding prenuptial agreements, (living) wills, or the settlement of an estate).

What do we offer you?

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and eager-to-learn jurist who is ready to make a meaningful contribution to our legal team. You have a natural curiosity and the determination to continuously improve and deepen your legal knowledge and skills. You are proactive and take the initiative to tackle and solve legal challenges. You are not afraid to ask questions and strive to find practical solutions.

Where will you work?

In 100 years, Countus has grown into the leading accounting and advisory organization in four sectors: Agro & Agri, Healthcare, Recreation & Hospitality, and SMEs. We work from 25 branches, which means we are close to our clients. We advise clients regarding annual accounts, tax returns, payroll administration, and acquisitions. Additionally, our Expertise Teams support entrepreneurs throughout the Netherlands from our head office in Zwolle. They also serve as sparring partners for colleagues at local branches. Due to this great diversity of specialisms in-house, there is plenty of room for you to develop yourself and take on new tasks/projects. Growth begins with your initiative!

As one of the larger branches within Countus—with over 55 colleagues—Countus Emmeloord is a beautiful mix of market entrants and experienced colleagues. Our branch is a full-service office in which all specialists are present. This includes Accountants, Tax Specialists, Jurists, Business Advisors, Business Economists, and Assistants. Due to the presence of all those diverse specialisms, we have a lot of knowledge in-house, and the Emmeloord office might just be the perfect location to get started! Based on the experience you gain, you can make a motivated choice for yourself regarding which specialism suits you and in which you want to further develop.