Competition Associate

A forward thinking, innovative global law firm are looking for bright, enthusiastic Junior Competition Associate to join their thriving team. This Top 50 firm attracts the highest calibre of talent for a reason, thanks to their diverse mix of expertise, market insight, industry leading Partners and world class international service.

The Firm

Based in offices around the globe, this firm is fully committed to achieving the goals of their clients. Employees enjoy an inclusive, collegiate culture that is open, fair and transparent.

They are supportive of hardworking, talented individuals looking to progress and can offer career changing opportunities to Lawyers who really put in the work.

The platform they offer is unrivalled. Clients include Listed and Private Companies, Institutions and High Net Worth Individuals.

They are a full-service firm covering a broad range of sectors including Competition, Corporate, Commercial Litigation & Arbitration, Employment, Pensions, Finance as well and International Trade & Real Estate.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity working in the firms Competition team which sits within their wider Corporate department.

Ideally you will be a Junior Associate with an interest in or has had some exposure to UK & EU Competition law including EU & UK merger control, behavioural work, cartels, market investigations and abuse of dominance.

It is not essential but any experience within public procurement and state aid would be a big advantage.

This role may require some travel to the EU on occasion and possibly wider international travel.

The firm believe that development and support is crucial to the long-term success of the business and you will therefore benefit from regular training and mentoring, growing key skills in BD and core practice areas.

Requirements

• A keen interest or exposure to aspects of Competition Law as a Junior Associate.
• Experience preparing and drafting competition documentation.
• Desire to work in a growing, entrepreneurial team.
• Excellent academics and commercially minded.
• Organised and able to prioritise a demanding workload working to strict deadlines.
• Must be able to demonstrate a collaborative and cooperative approach with the ability to develop strong relationships at all levels.