Associate – Competition
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Competition Solicitor to join a top UK Law firm and an expanding Competition team in London. This role is ideal for lawyers seeking to accelerate their career within a top-tier practice, working closely with leading specialists on complex, high-value and strategically important UK, EU and multi-jurisdictional competition matters.
Title: Associate
Location: London
Salary: Up to £130,000
Previous Experience – 2+ PQE with UK and/or EU competition law
The Role
You will be advising an impressive client base including FTSE-listed companies, global brands, multinationals and fast-growth innovators across sectors such as technology, financial services, automotive, energy & infrastructure, retail and consumer goods. The work offers genuine breadth across both contentious and non-contentious matters, providing exposure to some of the most sophisticated competition mandates in the market.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on UK, EU and cross-border merger control, including Phase 1 and Phase 2 reviews
- Acting on antitrust and cartel investigations
- Providing practical, commercially driven competition compliance advice
- Supporting clients on competition litigation and regulatory appeals
- Advising on the National Security and Investment Act within corporate transactions
- Engaging directly with clients and contributing to business development initiatives
About You
- 2+ years’ PQE with strong grounding in UK and/or EU competition law
- Broad experience across antitrust advisory, merger control and investigations
- Strong communication skills and confidence in client engagement
- Excellent academic credentials and a keen interest in competition law developments
Why This Role?
You will have the opportunity to work on high-value UK, EU and multi-jurisdictional competition matters and be part of a well-established team known for excellence in both advisory and contentious work.
This role offers clear long-term career progression and opportunities for profile-building. Apply for more information.
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