Competition Litigation Associate/Senior Associate

Douglas Scott are representing an elite US law firm in the search for a standout Competition Litigation Associate or Senior Associate (3-7 PQE) to join its London office. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team at the forefront of complex, high-stakes antitrust disputes, working on matters that shape the evolving competition landscape in the UK and beyond.

The Team

The London competition practice is widely recognised for its strength in contentious antitrust matters. The team is regularly instructed on standalone and follow-on damages actions, cartel investigations, and abuse of dominance cases. Acting for a prestigious client base including multinational corporates, financial institutions, and private equity sponsors, the practice is involved in some of the most significant UK and cross-border competition disputes.

The Role

You will play a key role in advising on a broad range of competition litigation and regulatory matters, including:

• High-value follow-on and standalone damages claims
• Collective proceedings before the Competition Appeal Tribunal
• Regulatory investigations and enforcement actions
• Strategic advisory work relating to competition risk and disputes

This position offers early responsibility, direct partner exposure, and the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile cases from the outset.

The Ideal Candidate

• 3‑7 years’ PQE gained at a leading law firm or competition practice
• Strong experience in competition litigation and/or antitrust disputes
• Excellent academic background
• Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills
• Commercially minded with a collaborative approach

Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Contact: Abigail McGinty | Senior Recruitment Consultant

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