Senior associate antitrust (EU-qualified)

A&O Shearman; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A&O Shearman LLP Belgium is seeking an EU-qualified senior associate to join our antitrust practice in Brussels. The team advises on all aspects of competition law before the European Commission, EU courts and national authorities.

You should have a Master of Law from the EU, EU training, 6-8 years in antitrust at a reputable firm, and an excellent command of English; knowledge of French and/or Dutch would be a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law within the EU with strong academic results.
• Completed EU legal training.
• 6-8 years' experience in the antitrust department of a reputable law firm.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken); knowledge of French and/or Dutch is a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsabilités

• Join our antitrust practice in Brussels and support complex Belgian and cross-border matters.
• Advise on competition law before the European Commission, EU courts and national authorities.
• Contribute to high-profile cartel cases, behavioural antitrust issues and merger filings.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Entrepreneurial mindset

Formation

Master of Law (EU)

Description du poste

A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future.

We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients.

Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing.

What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.

Role purpose

To support our continued growth A&O Shearman LLP Belgium is currently looking for an EU-qualified senior associate to join our antitrust practice in Brussels.

Our antitrust practice group consists of 18 specialist lawyers and advises on all aspects of competition law and represents clients before the European Commission, EU courts and national competition authorities. We have consistently been involved in some of the most complex and high-profile cartel cases, behavioural antitrust matters and merger filings.

Who we are looking for

• You have obtained a Master's degree in Law within the EU with strong academic results.
• You have completed your legal training within the EU.
• You have 6-8 years' of experience in the antitrust department of a reputable law firm.
• You have an excellent command of English (written and spoken), knowledge of French and/or Dutch would be a plus.
• You demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, with a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset.

What we can offer you

• You will join a closely integrated team, working on complex and high-profile Belgian and cross-border matters.
• You will benefit from early responsibility and direct exposure to top-tier clients and transactions.
• We make a long-term commitment to the development of our lawyers, with varied and intellectually stimulating work.
• You will have access to national and international secondment opportunities, allowing you to gain experience in other teams and cultures across the firm.
• We provide dedicated local and global training programmes, including professional skills development and language training.
• You will be supported by specialist know-how lawyers, dedicated business teams and advanced systems.

In addition, we offer a work environment designed to support both performance and wellbeing:

• We provide a modern, purpose-designed office space, with a mix of collaborative areas and quiet working zones.
• We offer technology and infrastructure that support flexible and hybrid working.
• We have an in-house café with a barista.
• We provide access to a gym and optional personal training.
• We organise regular social events and team activities, fostering a strong community culture.
• We support flexible and hybrid working arrangements, depending on business needs and team requirements.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and welcome applications from all eligible candidates.

As part of our recruitment process, and in order to comply with our legal obligations and internal policies, we require successful candidates to undergo a background screening. The screening also involves providing information on your criminal history through a separate private statement. We will only process information that is necessary and relevant to the position you are applying for. Access to this statement will be strictly limited to the local recruitment officer responsible for your application. Your background screening data will be deleted at the latest six months after receipt. Please see our data privacy notice for more details. If you have any questions, feel free to contact [e-mail].