Competition Associate 2 PQE

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed international law firm is seeking a Competition Associate for its London office. The role involves advising on complex UK and EU competition matters and provides unique opportunities for collaboration with global clients. Candidates should possess at least 2 years' post-qualification experience and a proactive approach to business development. This is an exciting chance to further your career in a competitive legal environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and benefits package

Attractive bonus structure

Exceptional opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• 2+ years' PQE in competition law from a leading firm or regulator.
• Strong academic background.
• Ability to handle complex legal and regulatory issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on UK and EU competition matters including merger control and investigations.
• Draft, negotiate, and review documentation and submissions to regulators.
• Support senior team members in high-value, cross-border transactions.

Skills

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent jurisdiction

Job description

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We are hiring for our client, a top-tier international law firm renowned for its expertise in high-profile, cross-border matters. This Competition Associate job offers an excellent opportunity for a driven legal professional with 2+ years' post-qualification experience (PQE) to join their London-based team. This is a rare opportunity to work with global clients on market-leading competition law matters while benefiting from a supportive and ambitious environment.

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Leading international law firm with global reach and prestige

Competitive package with attractive bonus structure

Work on complex, high-value competition matters with international clients

The Role:
* Advise on a broad range of UK and EU competition matters, including merger control, cartels, investigations, and state aid
* Provide strategic legal advice to global clients across diverse sectors
* Support senior team members in high-value, cross-border transactions
* Draft, negotiate and review relevant documentation and submissions to regulators
* Contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives

The Person:
* Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent jurisdiction
* 2+ years' PQE in competition law gained from a leading firm or regulator
* Excellent technical skills, with the ability to handle complex legal and regulatory issues
* Strong academic background
* Team-focused with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

The Reward:
* Highly competitive salary and benefits package
* Attractive bonus structure
* Join a collaborative and inclusive team at a prestigious global firm
* Exceptional opportunities for career development and progression

Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage:
To apply for this Competition Associate job, or to explore other legal opportunities across London and the wider UK market, please contact Emma Zacharopoulou. At Hunter Savage, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy with a deep understanding of the legal profession. We partner with leading firms to match high-calibre talent with roles that align with their career ambitions.