Competition Associate

The Opportunity

Our client, a prestigious Silver Circle City law firm, is seeking a bright Competition Associate to join their highly regarded Competition, Regulation and Trade 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:

• 1.5-4 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.

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