AI Engineer

Are you excited about the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence and would you like to play a key role in the AI transformation of a leading international law and tax firm? Do you enjoy translating legal and business challenges into practical AI solutions that are actually used by professionals? And are you energized by the combination of AI, innovation, and knowledge management? Then this AI Engineer role at Loyens & Loeff could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As an AI Engineer, you will be part of the AI Solutions Team. The team develops and manages AI solutions for both our legal practice groups and business support departments. Together with other AI Engineers, Innovation Advisors, AI Architects, IT specialists, and business stakeholders, you will develop innovative solutions that contribute to the quality, efficiency, and future readiness of our services.

Your role as an AI Engineer

You are responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and continuously improving AI solutions that contribute to Loyens & Loeff's strategic objectives. You work at the intersection of technology, business processes, legal knowledge, and information management. You ensure that solutions are not only technically robust but also aligned with user needs and sustainably embedded within the organization. In addition, you will:

• collaborate with legal practice groups and business teams to identify, analyse, and prioritise opportunities for AI-enabled solutions;
• translate business challenges and user needs into clear requirements, solution designs, and implementation approaches;
• configure and optimise AI environments, workflows, and knowledge assets that support concrete business use cases;
• define standards for how legal knowledge and information assets are structured and used within AI solutions;
• advise practice groups on knowledge management approaches that make AI solutions easier to scale, maintain, and reuse;
• coordinate the intake, evaluation, and delivery of AI initiatives together with AI engineers, IT colleagues, and business stakeholders;
• design and execute testing activities to assess the quality, usability, and business value of AI solutions;
• gather user feedback, usage insights, and performance data and translate these into improvements and new opportunities;
• support adoption by developing guidance materials, demonstrations, and user documentation;
• monitor developments in AI and identify opportunities to expand the firm's AI solutions portfolio.  

This role is really for you, because you have:

• a bachelor's or master’s degree in Law, Information Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business & IT, Innovation Management, Knowledge Management, or a related field, combined with relevant professional experience;
• a strong interest in both technology and business processes and you enjoy working at the intersection of the two;
• the ability to analyse complex processes and translate them into practical and scalable solutions;
• a passion for working with users, understanding their challenges, and helping them realise value from new technologies;
• experience with AI tools, workflow design, process improvement, low-code/no-code platforms, and/or knowledge management in a professional environment;
• a solid understanding of the importance of well-structured and reliable information as the foundation for successful AI solutions;
• experience working in an international environment and strong English communication skills;
• excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously;
• strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders;
• the ability to independently lead workstreams and influence stakeholders across legal, business, and technical teams;
• a strong interest in how AI can transform legal and business services and the motivation to actively contribute to that transformation.

About the team

You will join the AI Solutions team, part of the Innovation department at Loyens & Loeff. This multidisciplinary and international team plays a central role in the firm's AI transformation and develops and manages AI solutions across all home markets.

A critical part of this role is the effective structuring, management, and utilisation of legal knowledge and information. The quality of AI solutions depends heavily on the quality of the underlying knowledge assets and information sources. The combination of AI technology, knowledge management, and innovation is what makes this role unique. You will work with colleagues from multiple disciplines to build solutions that create tangible value for legal and business professionals.  

What we offer

An opportunity to further develop your career at a leading international firm, unique in its offering and operating at the top of the market. You will work from our Amsterdam office in a driven and collaborative team where high-quality service, team spirit and collegiality are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a highly attractive employment package, including:

• a salary starting from €5,000 gross per month, depending on your knowledge and experience;
• 8% holiday allowance;
• 26 vacation days;
• a collective bonus scheme;
• pension plan through Cappital A.S.R.;
• a mobility allowance or lease car;
• plenty of opportunities for personal development and flexibility, including hybrid working.

Who are we?

Loyens & Loeff, as One Firm: Law & Tax, provides unique support to international and domestic companies, financial institutions and investors. More than a thousand lawyers, tax advisers and civil-law notaries work together to deliver smart and efficient solutions under Dutch, Belgian, Luxembourg and Swiss law. From our home markets and offices in London, New York and Paris, we have a particular focus on Private Equity & Funds, Real Estate, Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Energy & Infrastructure.

At Loyens & Loeff, we strive to create an inspiring, inclusive and enjoyable working environment where our colleagues can reach their full potential. As a high-performance organisation, we believe it is our "alchemy of talent", the combination of different talents, perspectives and experiences, that enables us to excel. That is why we actively foster a diverse and inclusive workplace in which everyone is encouraged to contribute their unique strengths.

Apply for this vacancy

Research shows that some candidates are less likely to apply when they feel they do not meet every requirement listed in a vacancy. At Loyens & Loeff, we value potential, motivation and diversity just as much as experience. Are you interested in this role but unsure whether your profile is a perfect match? We encourage you to apply anyway or contact Sophie Ravesteijn, Talent Acquisition Adviser, at sophie.ravesteijn@loyensloeff.com. We are happy to discuss the possibilities with you.

AI is becoming an increasingly common part of the application process. We therefore encourage the responsible use of AI during your application to Loyens & Loeff. AI may support you, but your motivation, ideas and personality should always remain at the centre of your application. You can read more about our AI policy in our FAQ.