Junior Global Trade Consultant

At EY, our Tax professionals are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their financial strategies. We provide expert guidance to businesses and individuals, ensuring they remain compliant and achieve their financial objectives in a constantly evolving tax landscape.

Industries: You will not focus on a specific sector, you may work for clients active in the following sectors: Transport, logistics, manufacturing, oil & gas, pharma, retail, service providers, etc.

Shape the future with confidence.

The Opportunity: Your Next Adventure Awaits?

We are looking for Junior Consultants to join our Global Trade team in Diegem. We integrate customs advisory, global trade management systems and cross-border trade solutions. We offer support and advice on customs, international trade policy & compliance, excise and energy taxation, and sustainability topics.

Our focus is on both tax & legal compliance as well as on cost reduction strategies but also seeking operational efficiencies and improving working capital. Our clients are situated in all industries, public administrations and non-profit organizations.

In our team we have people with a legal and/or an economic background; also commercial engineers considering the nature of our work, bringing together supply chain, operational, tax and financial experience.

Your Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Assist and advise clients regarding customs, import & export matters;
• Help clients to operate more effectively in moving goods around the world by developing and implementing strategies to manage duty cost by utilizing free trade agreements, special programs, and transactional structuring;
• Work project based for large corporations as well as SME's, possibly including travel, with a focus on compliance but also achieving cost effectiveness and efficiencies;
• Be responsible for handling a varied portfolio of client assignments, participating in client meetings, and developing your relationships with your clients;
• Be integrated within a young and dynamic department, building up a network of relationships with colleagues in your office and other countries;
• Leverage technology and AI-enabled tools to support research, analyze data, increase efficiency, and deliver innovative solutions to clients.

Your Profile

• You will obtain a Master degree in Law / Applied Economics / Commercial Engineering;
• You are interested in indirect taxes, such as VAT, environmental taxes, local/regional taxes, etc.
• You are able to communicate fluently in English and Dutch, knowledge of French or any other European language is a clear asset.
• You are client and market focused with a hands-on attitude.
• You are a team player with excellent communication skills, you have the mindset of an entrepreneur.
• You are a motivated learner, eager to explore new challenges.
• You have an open, enthusiastic and flexible mindset, looking for opportunities to exceed expectations and take ownership of projects assigned to you.
• Data analytics, IT skills are a plus.
• You have a strong affinity with AI and genuine interest in applying new AI trends in a professional context.
• You are able to start in September 2027.

What's In It For You

• EY Family - you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Attractive remuneration package - We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.
• Mobility package - You'll be able to opt-in for the mobility budget. In return for giving up your (right to a) company car, you'll receive a monthly budget from EY as compensation. This budget will allow you to use your employer-provided compensation for alternative transportation means or similar benefits, incl. reimbursement of housing costs (on condition you live within 10km of your main place of employment).
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• Inspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth