Job Description

We are hiring for our client, a leading global law firm, who are seeking to appoint a Competition Associate in London to join their highly regarded Competition, Regulation and Trade team. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented associate looking to join a practice known for delivering market-leading expertise across a full spectrum of complex, high-profile and international competition matters.

Working closely with partners and senior lawyers, the successful Competition Associate will support on high-level non-contentious work, including merger control, antitrust, and foreign direct investment, while also gaining experience in contentious matters such as competition litigation and private enforcement.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Join a top tier competition practice in London, working on cross-border, cutting-edge mandates

2. Opportunities to engage in both non-contentious and contentious competition matters

3. A global platform with a clear progression path

The Role:

• Advise on a wide range of non-contentious competition matters including merger control, foreign direct investment, antitrust investigations and regulatory advice

• Support on contentious matters, especially in relation to private enforcement and appeals

• Engage in client contact and relationship management with a variety of high-profile international clients

• Draft and contribute to legal precedents, client alerts, marketing material, and knowledge sharing across the group

• Work closely with partners and senior lawyers across different jurisdictions to deliver exceptional legal advice

The Person:

• 2–5 years’ post-qualified experience within a reputable UK or European competition practice

• Solid academic background (minimum 2:1 or equivalent), with strong analytical and drafting skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage client relationships and work within an international team

• Demonstrated interest in competition and trade law and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment

• Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business development

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary package + bonus

• Opportunity to work in a truly international, market-leading team

• A collaborative and supportive environment committed to career progression

• Exposure to complex, high-value legal work at the forefront of competition law

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage?

For further information and to apply for this Competition Associate job, please contact Emma Zacharopoulou. Visit our website for a full list of legal opportunities across the UK & Ireland.

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Salary is usually negotiable; listed figures are a guide and based on experience and expertise.
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