The Opportunity
Our client, a prestigious Silver Circle City law firm, is seeking a bright Competition Associate (2-4 PQE) to join their top-ranked team in London. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge matters at the intersection of law, policy, and global commerce, within a team consistently ranked among the best in the field.
The Role
You will be involved in a broad range of non-contentious competition work, with the opportunity to support on contentious matters including private enforcement and competition disputes. The team advises across:
* General competition (antitrust)
* Cartel and behavioural investigations
* Merger control and foreign direct investment
* Competition litigation
* Regulatory matters
* State aid and public procurement
* EU, WTO and international trade
You’ll work closely with colleagues across Europe and Asia-Pacific, advising a diverse client base that includes global corporates, financial institutions, regulators, and governments.
Why Join?
* Top-tier practice: Join a market-leading team with a global footprint and a reputation for excellence in both advisory and contentious competition work.
* Diverse sector exposure: Work across a wide range of industries including energy, financial services, consumer goods, infrastructure, life sciences, and technology.
* Collaborative culture: Be part of a supportive, intellectually stimulating environment that values curiosity, initiative, and teamwork.
* Career development: Benefit from structured training, mentoring, and a clear path for progression within a firm that invests in its people.
The successful individual is likely to have:
* Ideally 2-4 years’ post-qualification experience in a leading UK or European competition practice
* Strong academic credentials (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) and a consistent record of achievement
* Solid experience in non-contentious competition law, with exposure to merger control, FDI, and behavioural matters
* Excellent drafting, analytical and project management skills
* A proactive, commercially minded approach and strong interpersonal skills
* A genuine interest in competition law and a desire to build a long-term career in the field
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re looking to accelerate your career in a dynamic and high-performing competition team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity in confidence.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge matters at the intersection of law, policy, and global commerce, within a team consistently ranked among the best in the field.