Competition litigation associate (3–5 pqe)

Competition Litigation Associate (3–5 PQE) – London An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 3–5 PQE Competition Litigation Associate to join a highly regarded Magic Circle firm in London, known for handling complex, high-profile disputes with a strong cross-border dimension. The team advises on a wide range of competition litigation matters, including follow-on damages claims, collective actions, and cartel-related disputes before the CAT and High Court. Clients include major global corporates and financial institutions across diverse sectors. This role offers the chance to work in a close-knit team environment where associates are given meaningful responsibility from the outset, collaborating directly with partners and senior lawyers on landmark cases. The work is varied and intellectually stimulating – spanning multi-jurisdictional disputes and strategic litigation. Key Requirements: UK-qualified lawyer with 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience Strong academic background Solid grounding in competition litigation, ideally with exposure to CAT proceedings and private enforcement Experience at a leading international or US law firm preferred Commercially astute, collaborative, and motivated to grow within a high-performing team What Makes This Role Stand Out: High level of partner access and mentorship Collegial, ambitious team culture Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cases shaping competition law Exposure to global disputes and cross-border strategy Contact: For a confidential discussion, please contact James Cockerill at Taylor Root via jamescockerill@taylorroot.com or message directly on LinkedIn.