PQE Competition Associate

• 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.

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.

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.

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

Requirements

• 2-6 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