Kerim Van Oosten
About Kerim Van Oosten
Kerim Van Oosten serves as the General Counsel at VanMoof, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse legal background, having held various positions in prominent firms and organizations, and has completed multiple degrees in law.
Current Role at VanMoof
Kerim Van Oosten serves as the General Counsel at VanMoof, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing legal matters within the company, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing legal risks. He has been with VanMoof for a total of 10 months, contributing to the company's legal strategy and operations.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to his current role, Van Oosten held various legal positions across multiple organizations. He worked as Senior Legal Counsel (a.i.) at ASML for 2 months in 2023 and served as Senior Legal Counsel (a.i.) at SABIC for 6 months from 2022 to 2023. He also worked as an Interim Legal Counsel at DPA Professionals for 1 year during the same period. His experience includes significant roles at CORP. advocaten and Loyens & Loeff, where he practiced law for three years each.
Education and Qualifications
Kerim Van Oosten has a robust educational background in law. He is currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the University of Groningen, expected to complete in 2025. He holds a Master in Privaatrecht: Commerciële rechtspraktijk (Ondernemingsrecht) from the University of Amsterdam, achieved between 2013 and 2015. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor in de Rechten (LL.B) from the same university, completing his studies in 2013. He also completed Post Graduate Education in Civil and Corporate Law at Law Firm School from 2016 to 2019.
Leadership Roles
Van Oosten has demonstrated leadership in the legal community through his role as President and Founder of Vereniging Jonge Procesadvocaten from 2017 to 2021. He also served as Vice President at Juridische Faculteit der Amsterdamsche Studenten for 11 months from 2012 to 2013. These positions reflect his commitment to advancing legal practices and supporting fellow legal professionals.
Internship Experience
In 2015, Kerim Van Oosten completed an internship at Houthoff Buruma, where he gained practical experience in the legal field for one month. This internship contributed to his foundational knowledge and skills in law, complementing his academic achievements.