1-5 PQE Competition Associate

​Join a top-ranked Competition, Regulation & Trade practice at a prestigious global law firm, consistently recognized as a leader in the field. This role offers exposure to high-profile cases, professional development support and a strong platform for career growth in a firm known for its positive and collaborative environment.

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Position Overview

As a Competition Associate, you will play a key role in handling a wide range of matters involving UK, EU and international antitrust, cartel, and merger control laws. Working alongside a team of experts across their European offices, you will have the chance to take on meaningful responsibility, conduct your own advocacy where possible and gain valuable exposure to high-profile, cross-border work.

​Work on complex cross-border competition matters across the UK, EU, and beyond.

Take on significant responsibility and advocacy opportunities within a tier-one practice.

Collaborate with a dynamic team across five European offices in a supportive, positive culture.

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Responsibilities

Handle a diverse caseload of contentious and non-contentious competition matters

Assist with cartel and behavioural investigations, merger control and foreign direct investment

Provide antitrust advice to leading financial institutions and top companies

Support competition litigation, including private enforcement and appeals

Advise on regulatory matters, state aid, public procurement, WTO and trade issues

Plan, prioritise and delegate work tasks, updating supervising partners on progress

Build strong client relationships through excellent service and communication

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Requirements

1-5 PQE in a strong UK or European Competition practice

Excellent academic record with at least a 2:1 degree (or equivalent)

Strong legal skills, including complex drafting, negotiation and project management

Ability to manage costs, budgets and understand key drivers of law firm profitability

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with individuals at all levels

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For more information about this position, please get in touch with Rebecca Collins.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020 3778 0846
Job ID: AP0011

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