Our client, a highly regarded City law firm, is actively seeking a skilled Competition Associate (3-5 PQE) to join its dynamic London team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on a broad spectrum of complex and high-profile competition matters on behalf of a prestigious client base, offering unparalleled exposure and clear professional development.
The practice advises on the full spectrum of antitrust matters, encompassing multi-jurisdictional merger control, FDI screening, behavioural and dominance issues, market investigations and competition litigation. You will gain significant experience across key sectors including financial services (notably private capital and PE), pharmaceuticals, media & telecoms and consumer goods.
What This Role Offers You:
* Premium Work: Engage in challenging, sophisticated competition matters, acting on FTSE 100 and Global 500 clients.
* Direct Impact: Enjoy significant responsibility and direct client exposure from an early stage, providing a platform for quick professional growth.
* Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a structured hybrid working model and a firm culture that prioritises sustainable working practices and employee well-being.
* Clear Progression: Defined pathways for career advancement within a thriving and expanding practice.
Key Requirements:
* Qualified lawyer with 3-5 year's post-qualified experience in E&W or equivalent common law jurisdiction (e.g. Australia or New Zealand).
* Strong competition law experience gained within a leading law firm.
* Solid grounding in merger control and FDI work; additional exposure to contentious competition matters is advantageous.
* Excellent academic record, strong analytical skills and a keen commercial awareness.
For more information, please contact Harrisonstiles@hydrogengroup.com